Best Things to Do in Darica | Activities, Attractions & More

An ancient mosque with multiple minarets at sunset, situated in a cityscape with residential buildings and hills in the background.

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Hagia Sophia

See this world-famous mosque in the middle of Istanbul

A cavernous subterranean chamber with numerous stone columns, arched brick ceilings, and dim, warm lighting reflecting on water.

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Basilica Cistern

Explore a 6th-century chamber built to hold 80,000 cubic meters of water

Historic palace complex with towers and domes surrounded by lush greenery, set near a river with a cityscape in the background.

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Topkapı Palace Museum

Learn about Turkish history in ornate rooms and explore Ottoman artifacts

A cityscape with domed buildings and minarets by the water, ferries, and seagulls flying overhead under a clear blue sky.

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Istanbul Bosphorus Cruises

Sail past palaces, admire bridges, and capture stunning views in Turkey

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Hodjapasha Cultural Center is a delightful piece of the city’s striking cultural mosaic, near the mighty Hagia Sophia Basilica and the magnificent Topkapi Palace. Transformed from a large 15th-century hamam (Turkish bath), the building now welcomes visitors under its high dome ceilings to showcase some of the best of this vast country’s traditions since 2008.

Historic mosque with multiple domes and tall minarets surrounded by greenery under a clear blue sky.

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The Blue Mosque

Visit the most important mosque in Istanbul with blue-tiled interiors

Historic palace with ornate facade and arched windows reflects in water; seagull in blue sky above, cityscape in background.

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Dolmabahce Palace

Visit the last Ottoman palace, walk the coast, and see ferries by Beşiktaş

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Hagia Sophia History And Experience Museum

Learn about the history and heritage of Hagia Sophia

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Istanbul Prince's Islands Tours

Experience the best of Istanbul and explore the Prince's Islands!

Sailboats on a blue river under a bridge, with a mosque and colorful buildings along the shoreline.

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Istanbul City Cards

Discover historic sites, cruise the Bosphorus, and enjoy cultural events in Istanbul

A traditional Turkish bath interior with marble columns, ornate archways, shelves with towels, and a hanging chandelier.

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Istanbul Turkish Baths and Hammam

Relax in warm pools and experience traditional cleansing rituals

Aerial view of an old stone mosque with multiple domes and a tall minaret, surrounded by red-roofed buildings and trees.

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Kariye Mosque

Admire the mosaics and explore ancient architecture

Two mascots, one blue-haired and one dressed as a Viking, hold small Turkish flags in front of a castle-like building.

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VIALAND Theme Park

Enjoy roller coasters and live entertainment in Istanbul's favorite theme park

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Theodosius Cistern

View ancient columns and walk through underground tunnels

Experience the thrill of a zipline ride while taking in stunning views of Istanbul.

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Istanbul Zipline

You should try a flight with Zippline, the perfect activity for adrenaline and adventure lovers in Istanbul. Zippline offers a unique experience by wearing a safety belt with a steel rope tied from a high point to a low point, with the help of your own weight and gravity. It's available at various locations around Istanbul.

A mosque with multiple minarets and a large dome, in front of an obelisk and trees, with people walking in a plaza.

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Sultanahmet Square

Only got a few hours in Istanbul? If there's one location to head for, it's Sultanahmet Square. As the historic heart of Old Istanbul, it has some of the most significant monuments in the city. From here you can easily get to most architectural landmarks, like the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia Museum and the Basilica Cistern. Sultanahmet Square contains many benches, fountains, and grassy areas. Trams run right through the area for easy access to local attractions.