10 days in Istanbul Itinerary

A physical and cultural bridge between Europe and Asia, the transcontinental city of Istanbul serves as a living reminder of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Kariye Museum (The Chora Church) and Basilica Cistern. Get some historical perspective at Sultan Ahmed Mosque and Galata Tower. The adventure continues: take an in-depth tour of Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya), explore the world behind art at Istanbul Modern Museum, wander the streets of Ortakoy, and contemplate the long history of Historic Areas of Istanbul.

To find maps, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Istanbul road trip planning app .

If you are flying in from Egypt, the closest major airports are Atatürk International Airport and Sabiha Gökçen International Airport. In November, daytime highs in Istanbul are 17°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) so you can travel back home.