13 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.

Get some historical perspective at Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya) and Sultanahmet District. Appreciate the collections at Topkapi Palace and Istanbul Modern. There's still lots to do: hunt for treasures at Kapali Carsi, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Suleymaniye Cami , see the interesting displays at Ural Ataman Classic Car Museum, and enjoy breathtaking views from Galata Tower.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Istanbul trip planner .

In October, daytime highs in Istanbul are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Thu) early enough to travel back home.