Pocket Rough Guide Istanbul: Travel Guide with eBook

This compact, pocket-sized Istanbul travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips and those trying to make the most of this captivating city. Light and easily portable, it comes equipped with a pull-out map and covers all the essential areas: Sultanahmet, Topkapi Palace to the Golden Horn, Grand Bazaar district, Northwest quarter and the land walls, Galata and the waterfront districts, Beyoglu and Taksim, Besiktas and Ortaköy, Asian Istanbul, the Bosphorus and Princes' Islands.

Inside you'll find curated recommendations covering main attractions, off-the-beaten-track adventures, child-friendly family activities, and chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas. Highlights include the Süleymaniye Mosque Complex, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Istanbul Modern, Grand Bazaar, and Galata Tower. Ready-made itineraries created for different time frames help you plan your trip, while the 'Istanbul at a glance' overview map with key areas makes navigation simple. There's also information on day trips for those wanting to venture further afield.

Practical travel tips cover how to get there and around, health guidance, tourist information, festivals and events, plus an A-Z directory and handy language section. You'll find independent, honest reviews of places to eat, drink and stay, along with accommodation options for different budgets. The guide includes aWhat's New section for repeat travelers and comes fully updated post-COVID-19. A free eBook download is available after purchase of the printed guidebook, making this the perfect companion both ahead of your trip and on the ground.