Istanbul Cruises
Istanbul Cruises
Overview
Istanbul was fought over because of its value in the Silk Road by the Romans, Greeks, and Venetians until the Ottomans took over. It is located in the Marmara region of Turkey and it is divided between both Europe and Asia by the Bosphorus Strait. Although it is not the capital of Turkey it is still a major city, because it is the biggest industrial center and the financial capital of the country.
Things to Do
Iconic Neighborhoods
- Galata - This is one of the oldest neighborhoods of Istanbul, and it is known for being mostly Catholic and Latin. It is north of the Golden Horn and it is home to the Galata Tower.
- Ortakoy - “Middle village” in Turkish, this neighborhood was just a fishing village during the Ottoman period. It is in the center of a triangle between a church, a mosque, and a synagogue, representing the cultural and religious diversity.
Hotels
Hotel Mercure Istanbul Taksim
Address: Ömer Avni Mh., İnönü Cd. No:42 D:42, 34427 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Turkey
Phone: +90 212 924 27 27
1 mile from Cruise Terminal
CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul
Address: Gümüşsuyu Mahallesi, İnönü Cd. No:8, 34437 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Turkey
Phone: +90 212 377 88 88
1.3 miles from Cruise Terminal
Activities
- Walk around and appreciate the architecture of the many mosque in the area dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries. You can visit the Blue mosque, it's a very famous landmark and popular among tourists.
- Visit the 3,000 stores of the Grand Bazaar.
- Plan a visit to the Hagia Sophia. It was a church built in 537 AD before it became a museum.
- Have some relaxation time at a Turkish bath. There are several spas that date back to the 16th century.
Family Friendly
- Among the Egyptian Obelisk, the Column of Constantine, and the Galata Tower there are many other columns that adorn the city that you can visit.
- See all of Turkey in one place! Go to Miniatürk where miniature versions of landmarks stand in a model village.
- Admire the elegance and luxury of the Topkapi Palace.
Sports
Turkey National Football Team
Houston Astros
Ataturk Olympic Stadium : Ziya Gökalp Mah., Olimpiyat Stadı Yolu No:1, 34490 İkitelli/Başakşehir/İstanbul, Turkey
Driving Directions
Dentur Avrasya Kabataş
Ömer Avni Mh., 34427 Beyoğlu/Istanbul, Turkey
Multiple parking garages near the cruise terminal.
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