9 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.

Spend the 8th (Sat) floating through the air with a balloon tour. There's lots more to do: get engrossed in the history at Hagia Sophia Museum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Suleymaniye Cami , admire the striking features of Basilica Cistern, and stop by Taksim Square.

To see other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Istanbul attractions tool.

In November, plan for daily highs up to °C, and evening lows to °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.