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Best Walking Routes in Istanbul: Explore the City!

by Yusuf Boz

Istanbul has magnificent views on many different areas for people who would like to have a walking tour through the stunning city. If you would like to enjoy the view of Istanbul and explore the impressive city more, you will be able to find the best walking tour Istanbul guide in the article that we prepared for you.

If you would like to plan your own walking route, there are many different alternatives that you will be able to choose. You can have some ideas and more detailed information about the districts that you can plan your walking tour below.

Taksim Square, Istiklal Street, and Galata Tower: Discover the Limitless Activities in Istanbul

Taksim Square and Istiklal Street are some of the most visited tourist places by people who would like to visit the famous places of Istanbul. When you arrive at Taksim Square, you can directly walk through Istiklal Street. You can discover the shops, stores, restaurants, bars and numerous places on Istiklal Street. After you explore the street, you will be able to reach the Galata Tower which is also one of the most visited historical places in Istanbul.

Best Walking Routes in Istanbul: Ending in Galata Tower
Best Walking Routes in Istanbul: Ending in Galata Tower

Karakoy, Kabatas, and Dolmabahce Palace: Have a Unique Time in the European Side of Istanbul

Karakoy is one of the most popular places by tourists and students in Istanbul. You will see various cafes, restaurants, and many different places. If you would like to start your walking tour in the morning, you have a breakfast experience in Karakoy. You will be able to visit the Istanbul Modern Art Museum on the same route. In addition to that, Dolmabahce Palace will be on your route as well, you can directly visit the Dolmabahce Palace and give a break around the palace for a coffee.

Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Eminonu: Feel the Traces of History & Visit the Symbolic Places of Istanbul

Sultanahmet is significantly one of the most visited districts of Istanbul every year by thousands of people. While you will be able to visit the symbolic historical place in Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, and Eminonu, you can also try the unique tastes of Istanbul. Especially, you can taste Sultanahmet Koftesi which is a famous and unique taste of Istanbul. While you will be able to enjoy the environment and see the traces of history, you will also discover various special places. You can find some of the historical places that you will be able to visit below:

Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Eminonu: Feel the Traces of History & Visit the Symbolic Places of Istanbul
Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Eminonu: Feel the Traces of History & Visit the Symbolic Places of Istanbul
  • Hagia Sophia Mosque
  • Blue Mosque
  • Grand Bazaar
  • Spice Bazaar
  • Beyoglu district of Istanbul

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Ortakoy, Bebek, and Rumeli Fortress: Enjoy the view of the Bosphorus

Ortakoy, Bebek, and Rumeli Fortress routes are one of the best routes to explore the magnificent view of the Bosphorus. You can plan your walking tour any time a day. You will be able to see that some people who live in Istanbul choose this route for their daily running for health as well. In addition to that, there are some special tastes that you can try on this route. If you would like to try Baked Potato or Kumpir in Turkish, you can try it in Ortakoy. During the walking tour, you will be able to explore many different places.

Best Walking Routes in Istanbul:  Ortakoy, Bebek, and Rumeli Fortress
Best Walking Routes in Istanbul: Ortakoy, Bebek, and Rumeli Fortress

Walking the Walls of Istanbul

The walls of Istanbul are also known as the Land Walls of Constantinople, Byzantine Walls, and also Theodosian Wall the history. People who would like to see the historical places in Istanbul, usually do not miss the Walls of Istanbul. You can also feel the traces of the history during the walking.

If you would like to have a walking experience through the Walls of Istanbul, you can start with the Golden Horn Park, Ayvansaray Ferry Stop and end with the International Peace Park.

Distance: 7 km

Kadikoy, Bahriye Street, and Moda: Discover the Most Popular Districts of the Asian Side of Istanbul

If you would like to discover the Asian side of Istanbul, you can start with the Kadikoy walking tour. You can plan your walking tour through Kadikoy, Bahriye Street, and Moda. You will be able to discover many different art galleries, restaurants, bars, shops, and numerous different places that you could be interested in. You will see some cafés in Moda and you can also enjoy the environment while you drink something as well. 

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