
Rough Guides Pocket Istanbul: Travel Guide with eBook
Daniel Stables(Author)
ROUGH GUIDES (Publisher)
6th Edition
Will be published approx. on 1. October 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
168 pages
978-1-83529-542-7 (ISBN)
Description
This compact, pocket-sized travel guide to Istanbul is ideal for travellers on shorter trips and anyone wanting to make the most of the city. It's light, portable and includes a handy pull-out map.
This Istanbul guidebook covers: Sultanahmet, Topkapı Palace to the Golden Horn, Grand Bazaar District, Northwest quarter and the land walls, Galata and the waterfront districts, Beyoğlu and Taksim, Beşiktaş and Ortaköy, Asian Istanbul, The Bosphorus and Princes' Islands.
Inside this Istanbul travel book, you will find:
- Curated recommendations of places - expert picks of top attractions, hidden corners, family-friendly activities and relaxing spots in key neighbourhoods.
- Things not to miss in Istanbul - including Süleymaniye Mosque Complex, Topkapı Palace, Haghia Sophia, Ayasofya Hürrem Sultan Hamamı, Grand Bazaar, street-cart snacks, Basilica Cistern, lunch at Tarihi Sultanahmet Köftecisi, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Bosphorus cruise, dinner at Giritli and more.
- Ready-made itinerary samples - routes designed for different trip lengths and travel styles.
- Istanbul at a glance - an overview map with key districts and what to expect in each.
- Day trips - ideas for exploring nearby highlights such as Büyükada and Üsküdar.
- Practical travel tips - essential advice on transport, health, festivals, tourist information and an A-Z directory.
- Handy language section - themed basic Turkish vocabulary for greetings, numbers and food and drink.
- Independent reviews - honest recommendations on where to eat, drink and stay.
- Accommodation - a useful guide to hotels across different budgets.
- Pull-out map - removable, easy-to-use folding map with key sights marked.
- What's new - a brief update on recent changes in Istanbul.
- Free eBook download - included with the print edition.
This guide to Istanbul serves as the ideal companion both before and during your trip, providing a clear and reliable introduction to the city.
More details
Series
Edition
6. Auflage
Language
English
Publishing group
APA Publications Ltd
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 191 mm
Width: 100 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-83529-542-7 (9781835295427)
Schweitzer Classification
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Pocket Rough Guide Istanbul: Travel Guide with eBook
Book
01/2024
5th Edition
APA Publications
€12.50
Available immediately
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