Istanbul spans distinct neighbourhoods around the Bosphorus. Group nearby sights and make a crossing part of the day, rather than repeatedly travelling across the city.
Planning your days
Sultanahmet suits a monument-focused first stay; Galata and nearby districts put you closer to a different evening scene. Give Kadıköy its own outing across the water. Include crossings in your plan rather than repeatedly changing sides.
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