I liked this clarifying video. I was in Istanbul back in 2016, and on my way to Taksim from Sultanahmet, I made the wrong turn and ended up in Tarlabasi. It was late at night, and it did look like walking in some areas of my own city (Lima, Peru) that I would think twice about entering during the evening. Anyway, I appreciated this part 2. Thanks!
I came with my family from US on 6/13 and still in Istanbul,First 8 nights we stayed Sultan Ahmed area,and now Bayrampasa for 10 nights and renting a van for round trip is $61 a day.We are going back sultan Ahmed area on Friday for 4 more nights that we will depart on Tuesday.The best place is Sultan Ahmed area to Fatih area because you don’t need a taxi nor a van everything is walking distance.
I was in Istanbul this August, Love it, everything in Turkey, I will Love to go back , and next time I am not going in Group, I found you advise and suggestions helpful, Thank you
The owner the channel shares incorrect information about SultanAhmet district. It is the center of istanbul. All the historical places are located in there. The video shares incorrect information about sultan ahmet in order to misguide tourists to unpopular locations.
Every time I go to Pakistan from Canada (my home) I take Turkish airlines and stay in Istanbul for several days. Having done so many times that I know some areas of Istanbul very well. I like Turkish food and soothing call to prayers, it is a very nice place for me. I even had a brush with an attempted robbery on the seaside park across from Sultan Ahmet. I have stayed at Taksim and Sultan Ahmet. Love it!
The owner the channel shares incorrect information about SultanAhmet district. It is the center of istanbul. All the historical places are located in there. The video shares incorrect information about sultan ahmet in order to misguide tourists to unpopular locations.
Thank you for making these videos. I agree with you in that sultanahmet is expensive and food there is horrible. However, it does have its charms being the old part of town and although its touristy it still has a nice vibe. Even Taksim and istiklal are very touristy. Just my opinion
@@IstanbulHacks I'm actually visiting Istanbul next month ia. Can't wait to try the kumpir. :) Also, whats the best way to go to the new istanbul mosque?
I have seen many different videos but the way your video works is very very useful and is very truly understandable now I need to know about some nice hotels and from least expensive to the most expensive one in Istanbul Asian side and European side
Very helpful video explaining the various areas. My wife and I are visiting for 6 days at the end of May 2023. We are staying at the Pera Palace Hotel which I think is in an area you recommend. We are saving a tour of Sultanahmet for our last day when we will be joined by another couple from Sydney. We have arranged a few other private tours with a local guide. One will take us over to the Asian side, one will be an evening tour taking in the views of the Old City by night and another incorporating a cruise on the Bosphorus and it has been suggested we visit the Balat area. Do you think Balat is a great area to visit? Would love to receive your comments. Cheers
We're coming from Australia and just booked 7 nights in Kadikoy, it looks amazing and I've spent hours upon hours walking the streets on google maps hahaha :) Sounds like I made the right choice!
@@aminabahrami4159 we were booked at Akin Suites but sadly with travel bans we can't leave Australia, and is likely we won't be able to go until 2022 :(
The owner the channel shares incorrect information about SultanAhmet district. It is the center of istanbul. All the historical places are located in there. The video shares incorrect information about sultan ahmet in order to misguide tourists to unpopular locations.
@@jameshets6780plenty of others have said the same thing. You’re probably right, they say this to fuck with tourists. Lol what a bunch of morons right? Lmao. Thanks to you you saved the day. Great job man!
Thanks very informative. We 3 girls not so young anymore lols are planning to visit Turkey. My preference is to visit religious sites and mainly the places where not much tourists go, to know more about locals.
This video is better than other videos with fancy editing that don't really provide useful information. I am visiting Istanbul soon, and I bookmarked these videos. Is there a hop-on, hop-off tourist bus in this area? Edit: The big bridge connecting Asia and Europe, is that a nice place to stay? Anything going on there?
Very helpful. Someone commented in my fb post told me not to stay in Sultan Ahmed but stay at Taksim ot Kadakoy instead. I look out and come across your detail video. Will cancel my accomodation in Sultan Ahmed now and might move to Taksim :)
First time visit Istanbul. Restaurants near Blue Mosque / Hagia Sophia are surprising expensive. My first meal was 660 TL. Then i discover food price are very vary depending on location.
I can understand your thinking because you are a local and thinks as a local. I live in NYC and I stay away from Times Square, the Empire State building area and all those touristies areas, but if you are a visitor coming for a brief stay, I couldn't tell you or anyone to stay in New Jersey, or the Bronx or Brooklyn because its cheaper. First of all, what are going to do in those areas. Walk through a nice park? You can do that on your hometown. In the case of Istanbul, personally, I have been there so many times, and I just go for a short visit. Of course, I want to be able to walk everywhere, and the area of Sultanahmet or Taksim are the most appealing. Sure, there are places where they would scam you or the food is lousy, but that's part of the beauty to be a bit adventurous and find the right places to eat and to shop. The Grand Bazaar is a tourist trap, but as I said, you can find wonderful merchants with great and unique merchandise. I have relatives in Tarabya which is very close to the Black Sea on the Bosphorus. Yes. Its gorgeous, but if my stay in Istanbul is just for a few days, I want to walk around ancient history. If I'm going to stay in a suburb just because is cheaper, I might as well stay home. Its free and no hazzle. Be adventurous and rub elbows with the colorful tourists from all over.
Thanks for the videos !! What about staying close to the new airport and Belgard area to just chill and enjoy Turkey vibes and maybe visit the nature spots ?? Thanks !!
Hi. Very informative video. I will be visiting turkey in a couple of weeks, can you suggest a few non touristy places which are extremely beautiful and not very tourist filled.
Thank you and super insighting both part 1 and part 2. I am coming to Istanbul for the 5th time but the first time with my parents. I ofted stay in Kadikoy but what would you suggest my parents are mobile and in there early 60s. I feel taking the ferry over to the tourist it much easier
Man you videos are very nice and so much informative and simple....can you suggest any good hotel in Kadikoy area, which can cost may be around 500 liras..
So far the best informative vlog on Istanbul. Thanks. Do you recommend Air B&B. Often pictures and reality do not match. Bad reviews galore!! I plan to travel to Istanbul with wife and infant child in Mid-April. Can you recommend a hotel or Air b&B in Karakoy or Kadikoy ($60-$100)
In 2017 I had a very bad experience with airbnb choosing an apartment in Fatih. Sofa beds and very bad hygiene. I've stuck to hotels ever since. Going again next week this time at a hotel.
Thanks very much for the video, really helpful. I’m coming to Istanbul in the middle of March. Can I ask, will it be cold then? And importantly: Too cold to sit on the terrace with a beer?
Going to Istanbul on Easter holidays from UK. I am disabled so which hotel should I stay in Istanbul not very expensive but like breakfast at same hotel. Can you suggest please.
Just what I was looking for! We're going to be there in the summer a family of 5! Do you have any tips that you can share im traveling with teenagers an a toddler so any tip can help!! TIA!
how we can go from Kadikoy to sultan Ahmet? Do we take the metro? or we have to take a boat every time we want to cross the sea? and would it be expensive to travel every day from and to Kadikoy to taksim or sultan Ahmet?
How about staying in a hotel fraser in umraniye ?? Would i be able to commute easily to European side everyday .. So glad i found ur video Plz plz do reply Thanks in advance ❤
If I have to choose between Decamondo Galata and Sirkeci Mantion … and I travel with 2 old people (71 years) and 1 child (11 years) … where I should stay? We will be in Istanbul for 4 nights.
Would you say Seven Hills restaurant is worth it? I was going to stay in Sultanahmet for the amazing views from the hotels there but I changed my mind after your video. Hope to book something on the Bosphorus. Seven Hills restaurant though?
Nice video and great explanation. What do you think of 1- Findikli area (Mimar Sinan University area). Is it good there? 2- Zeitenburnu area (near radisson blue)?
Quite informative; does "istiklal street" run through the "sisili" area ? and is istiklal street different from "istiklal road", or are these terms used interchangeably ???? Also; are Istanbul "area maps", for different areas readily available? If so; typically from where ?? Thanks.
Istiklal doesn't run through sisli, sisli is a different area 2 stops away in the metro. I don't think there are many area maps available, maybe you can find one at your hotel.
@@IstanbulHacks thanks for info : ...... and despite this, I have an address of a place where I'm due to go in a few months, which reads:.... "MERKEZ, ISTIKLAL STREET, SISILI"....
Tarlabasi area was dangerous 6-7 years ago. Now Tarlabasi area is destroyed and there is a big construction there. Ömer Hayyam Caddesi, Aynalicesme Caddesi, these areas are "family" areas and very quiet, and many local shops and many markets here.
@@IstanbulHacks Actually, Tarlabasi area is not the one you marked as red. It was in the middle part of your red mark. It was really dangerous, before destroyed. Now very nice buildings are there but still under construction. When you check the booking.com in map view, you can see in some area, there are no hotels. That area was real Tarlabasi.
I will be travelling with my in laws who are very elderly. I know some areas are very hilly and need to do a lot of climbing. Which area we should stay if we don't want do a lot of hills/steps climbing and still quite close to the Metro?
Hotellino Istanbul is the ideal budget hotel. All top tourist attractions within walking distance. Metro station just opposite the road. 5 mins to the tram. Free breakfast. The best part is, despite its smacked in the touristy part of Istanbul, it’s located in a quiet corner where you can have a good night rest each time you walk home. Yes I mean home. That’s how the staffs treat you. Very much at home. A very clean one at that.
Hello brother I’ve got a question, I’m thinking of staying in Istanbul around the kalamis pier Is that area ok and is it easy to get around to and from there ?
Excellent vlog- informative for best stay transportation and shops in the city. But Could you do Izmir and places to hike, bike, and small best eatery's in country sides. Some are not interested in night life or tourism but the beauty of the outdoors, waterfalls, mountains etc.
Hi, Ive booked a hotel in atasehir for my family (young kids) We wanted somewhere a little quieter, but wanted to know best way to travel from here as we will be away from most toursity areas. Also can't wait for your next videos!
Much thanks for the recommendations very helpful. Would you please recommend me a hotel in kadekoy or in other areas that you recommended as beshiktach. Cheers
The owner the channel shares incorrect information about SultanAhmet district. It is the center of istanbul. All the historical places are located in there. The video shares incorrect information about sultan ahmet in order to misguide tourists to unpopular locations.
@@jameshets6780 : Thank you. There is so much contradictory information. I am going to Turkey in late March 2023 for two weeks. I have to do some more reading on Turkey on where to stay in Istanbul.
@@christopherfernandes4401 I suggest that you have already a list of places you want to visit in Istanbul. And then find a hotel near those places. You will save money on transportation in this way.
Thank you for this quite informative....coming over christmas to new year.which area would you recommend one to stay where there are cafes,malls,walking around is safe, cafes with views,affordable and easy to access.my travel agent recommends novotel instabul,kent hotel,lightworld business hotel...am a on a budget but still want to have a modern feel of your lovely city..pls give your insight
@@MohammedAbbasPLUS hi I stayed at Sofitel hotel in taksim.was a great experience overall and I plan to go back there soon.instabul is worth visiting I must say
Good video! Coming to Istanbul for study in the fall. The school is Istanbul kultur university in Ataköy/Bahcelievler . Do you think staying in Taksim area and taking metro every day will work?
I wouldn't stay in Taksim, its not a nice place to live anymore. Maybe Sisli is a better option for you, you can take the metrobus straight to Bahcelievler
I'm a solo backpacker and have 24hr layover in Istanbul before flying to another country. Should I just stay near Taksim for that 1 night or its good to stay in Sultanhamet? I prefer a lively night life area and close to bus station.
After 9pm there is a lockdown so the streets won't be that busy. If its just one day i think you should stay in sultan ahmet, at least you will be able to see the tourist sights easily
Thanks for your videos!! It has been very helpful! I have a question :) If my accommodation is in Kadikoy but I want to stay a few hours later at night in another area of Istanbul, what is the best way to return to the Asian part? I understand there are no ferries at night. Thanks in advance!
hello, what do you tell me about bakirkoy? i found a new hotel there that i liked to stay, i have 5 days in istanbul and our purpose is to see the main points with a private guide, we don't like parties or crowded places, but I am afraid of staying too far from the historical city center and spending time on transport, tks in Advance ;)
Thank you for your video I have a question what is the difference between Antalya and Istanbul because I am with my family and with my kids what your recommendation is I like the food and shopping and look around
@@IstanbulHacks oooo ok thank u sir. I think Antalya is more for European country because they don’t have a Sun in their country in America there’s a lot of sun 😎
your Instagram account is still active or not ? it seems not to be updated for long time . Thanks for your info. I will be going in April. and I love experience local life with local people,
Hi just watched both of your videos. Very helpful, in your experience how many days should you use to explore Istanbul both on the European side and Asia side.
I’m coming to turkey for surgery and staying near Atakoy Towers. Can you tell me what kind of area that is? I’m coming alone and kind of nervous but excited.
Thank u so much u have abundance of knowledge. Can u help me pls can u name 5 no go areas in istanbul both European and asian side? And 5 conservative areas in Istanbul apart from fatih, and uskudar. I need these info for my research. Many thanks
I recently rented an Airbnb that’s right on Demirbas sk. and Tarlabasi Blv. So technically 2 mins walk to the double street you talked about and 8 min walk to Istikal sk. Is that part dangerous? Should I be worried since I’m a woman. Btw thank you for the info 🙏
finally! a video where there's no bs vlogger trying to just show off their trip to turkey. thank you for the tips! really helpful in planning.
Normally I do not comment on any video, but the way you explained is the best one....
I liked this clarifying video. I was in Istanbul back in 2016, and on my way to Taksim from Sultanahmet, I made the wrong turn and ended up in Tarlabasi. It was late at night, and it did look like walking in some areas of my own city (Lima, Peru) that I would think twice about entering during the evening. Anyway, I appreciated this part 2. Thanks!
You were correct. Kadikoy was pleasant, convenient and good value. I both rented rooms in budget hotels and an apartment by the week.
I came with my family from US on 6/13 and still in Istanbul,First 8 nights we stayed Sultan Ahmed area,and now Bayrampasa for 10 nights and renting a van for round trip is $61 a day.We are going back sultan Ahmed area on Friday for 4 more nights that we will depart on Tuesday.The best place is Sultan Ahmed area to Fatih area because you don’t need a taxi nor a van everything is walking distance.
Would never listen to an US citizen
Taxi drivers are robbers
@@UchihaItachi-wx6kx🙄🙄🙄
Did not see first video, I am an 82 year old Senior! Thank you!
I was in Istanbul this August, Love it, everything in Turkey, I will Love to go back , and next time I am not going in Group, I found you advise and suggestions helpful, Thank you
The owner the channel shares incorrect information about SultanAhmet district. It is the center of istanbul. All the historical places are located in there. The video shares incorrect information about sultan ahmet in order to misguide tourists to unpopular locations.
Great visual!!! Don’t worry about the complainer, yes you clearly showed where one should stay in Asia. 👍👏
Every time I go to Pakistan from Canada (my home) I take Turkish airlines and stay in Istanbul for several days. Having done so many times that I know some areas of Istanbul very well. I like Turkish food and soothing call to prayers, it is a very nice place for me. I even had a brush with an attempted robbery on the seaside park across from Sultan Ahmet. I have stayed at Taksim and Sultan Ahmet. Love it!
I’m glad you had a nice time
The owner the channel shares incorrect information about SultanAhmet district. It is the center of istanbul. All the historical places are located in there. The video shares incorrect information about sultan ahmet in order to misguide tourists to unpopular locations.
Do you know about grand Naki hotel
thanks for the informative content. really well appreciated!
Great video - clear and objective information. Visiting in 2025. A big "thumbs up" from me.
Thank you for making these videos. I agree with you in that sultanahmet is expensive and food there is horrible. However, it does have its charms being the old part of town and although its touristy it still has a nice vibe. Even Taksim and istiklal are very touristy. Just my opinion
Ye it does have a charm for a day or 2, and i agree Taksim is very touristy, and is getting worseevery year. I hate that place these days.
@@IstanbulHacks I'm actually visiting Istanbul next month ia. Can't wait to try the kumpir. :)
Also, whats the best way to go to the new istanbul mosque?
@@mrpullafastone It's delicious :) Which mosque? Çamlıca ?
@@IstanbulHacks yes, please
@@IstanbulHacks also, i am thinking of visiting bursa and sogut for 2 days. Any suggestions? I am thinking of hiring a car from taksim
Thanks for your update which we have found very useful and clear and we really do appreciate the advice.
Great Video! Can you recommend a certain hostel in Kadikoy? Or what is the area in Kadikoy you can recommend to stay in?
Thanks for this informative video, Istanbul is quite large and I was struggling to decide where to stay.
Thank you, extremely straightforward and useful.
Thanks for videos.that is enough info for us. I m going in may I need few more information
I have seen many different videos but the way your video works is very very useful and is very truly understandable now I need to know about some nice hotels and from least expensive to the most expensive one in Istanbul Asian side and European side
Very helpful video explaining the various areas. My wife and I are visiting for 6 days at the end of May 2023.
We are staying at the Pera Palace Hotel which I think is in an area you recommend. We are saving a tour of Sultanahmet for our last day when we will be joined by another couple from Sydney.
We have arranged a few other private tours with a local guide. One will take us over to the Asian side, one will be an evening tour taking in the views of the Old City by night and another incorporating a cruise on the Bosphorus and it has been suggested we visit the Balat area. Do you think Balat is a great area to visit?
Would love to receive your comments.
Cheers
How did you arrange private tours please
Another EXCELLENT video - Short and direct to the point.
THANK YOU.
We're coming from Australia and just booked 7 nights in Kadikoy, it looks amazing and I've spent hours upon hours walking the streets on google maps hahaha :) Sounds like I made the right choice!
What hotel did you stay? We are coming there in a month and I have no idea where to go
@@aminabahrami4159 we were booked at Akin Suites but sadly with travel bans we can't leave Australia, and is likely we won't be able to go until 2022 :(
Hah I hosted my Aussie friends in Kadıköy in 2019, they lovee it 😃
The owner the channel shares incorrect information about SultanAhmet district. It is the center of istanbul. All the historical places are located in there. The video shares incorrect information about sultan ahmet in order to misguide tourists to unpopular locations.
@@jameshets6780plenty of others have said the same thing. You’re probably right, they say this to fuck with tourists. Lol what a bunch of morons right? Lmao. Thanks to you you saved the day. Great job man!
Thanks for that. Great breakdown without extra fluffy talk. Very informative . Its 2024 , wonder if this will hold true now?
Thanks very informative. We 3 girls not so young anymore lols are planning to visit Turkey. My preference is to visit religious sites and mainly the places where not much tourists go, to know more about locals.
This video is better than other videos with fancy editing that don't really provide useful information. I am visiting Istanbul soon, and I bookmarked these videos. Is there a hop-on, hop-off tourist bus in this area?
Edit: The big bridge connecting Asia and Europe, is that a nice place to stay? Anything going on there?
Very helpful. Someone commented in my fb post told me not to stay in Sultan Ahmed but stay at Taksim ot Kadakoy instead. I look out and come across your detail video. Will cancel my accomodation in Sultan Ahmed now and might move to Taksim :)
Just came back from Istanbul few days ago, I stayed at Sultan Ahmed area and I love it b/c walking distance from attractions sites.
First time visit Istanbul. Restaurants near Blue Mosque / Hagia Sophia are surprising expensive. My first meal was 660 TL. Then i discover food price are very vary depending on location.
Your statement with Kadiköy was funny haha , thank you for all your suggestions. Greatings from Germany :-)))
I can understand your thinking because you are a local and thinks as a local. I live in NYC and I stay away from Times Square, the Empire State building area and all those touristies areas, but if you are a visitor coming for a brief stay, I couldn't tell you or anyone to stay in New Jersey, or the Bronx or Brooklyn because its cheaper. First of all, what are going to do in those areas. Walk through a nice park? You can do that on your hometown. In the case of Istanbul, personally, I have been there so many times, and I just go for a short visit. Of course, I want to be able to walk everywhere, and the area of Sultanahmet or Taksim are the most appealing. Sure, there are places where they would scam you or the food is lousy, but that's part of the beauty to be a bit adventurous and find the right places to eat and to shop. The Grand Bazaar is a tourist trap, but as I said, you can find wonderful merchants with great and unique merchandise. I have relatives in Tarabya which is very close to the Black Sea on the Bosphorus. Yes. Its gorgeous, but if my stay in Istanbul is just for a few days, I want to walk around ancient history. If I'm going to stay in a suburb just because is cheaper, I might as well stay home. Its free and no hazzle. Be adventurous and rub elbows with the colorful tourists from all over.
I ain’t reading all that. I’m happy for you tho or I’m sorry that it happened
@@IstanbulHacks Sorry for what? There is absolutelly nothing to be sorry.
Thanks so much for the tips and I really loved your clip !
Thanks for the videos !! What about staying close to the new airport and Belgard area to just chill and enjoy Turkey vibes and maybe visit the nature spots ?? Thanks !!
It’s very far from everything
Many thanks for all the information. It's been very useful to me.🙏🙏
Thanks for watching :)
Hi. Very informative video. I will be visiting turkey in a couple of weeks, can you suggest a few non touristy places which are extremely beautiful and not very tourist filled.
Thanks for the information. I hope soon that Turkey will reopen and allow all tourist from around the world to come
Thank you and super insighting both part 1 and part 2. I am coming to Istanbul for the 5th time but the first time with my parents. I ofted stay in Kadikoy but what would you suggest my parents are mobile and in there early 60s.
I feel taking the ferry over to the tourist it much easier
The best video ever! Thank you so much.
I’m glad it was helpful, thanks for watching
Man you videos are very nice and so much informative and simple....can you suggest any good hotel in Kadikoy area, which can cost may be around 500 liras..
Hi i am wondering where did you stay and how was your experience?
So far the best informative vlog on Istanbul. Thanks. Do you recommend Air B&B. Often pictures and reality do not match. Bad reviews galore!! I plan to travel to Istanbul with wife and infant child in Mid-April. Can you recommend a hotel or Air b&B in Karakoy or Kadikoy ($60-$100)
Can you please share your experience if you did end up going there?
In 2017 I had a very bad experience with airbnb choosing an apartment in Fatih. Sofa beds and very bad hygiene. I've stuck to hotels ever since. Going again next week this time at a hotel.
Excellent video… very helpful
Thanks for information. Which hotel you will recommend for a couple in Galata area? With a good view and nice breakfast.
Thanks very much for the video, really helpful. I’m coming to Istanbul in the middle of March. Can I ask, will it be cold then? And importantly: Too cold to sit on the terrace with a beer?
Going to Istanbul on Easter holidays from UK. I am disabled so which hotel should I stay in Istanbul not very expensive but like breakfast at same hotel. Can you suggest please.
Excellent information. What is the transportation facilities to move around if we stay in Karakoy?
Well-illustrated map. Thanks.
Thank you for very informative video
Good stuff ....thanks for sharing
Just what I was looking for! We're going to be there in the summer a family of 5! Do you have any tips that you can share im traveling with teenagers an a toddler so any tip can help!! TIA!
You should probably stay on the European side, travelling with children may be harder
Very informative. Thank you! Any recommendations for nice boutique hotels?
Thank you for an informative video. Where would you recommend I stay if I am coming to do wholesale shopping in Merter?
I stayed in a nice little hotel in Osmanbey. Very easy to get to the Metro.
Could you please name the hotel ?
Would a stay near the galata tower be safe for solo female travelers or would you recommend somewhere else? Your videos are very helpful!
Yes it’s safe :)
how we can go from Kadikoy to sultan Ahmet? Do we take the metro? or we have to take a boat every time we want to cross the sea? and would it be expensive to travel every day from and to Kadikoy to taksim or sultan Ahmet?
How about staying in a hotel fraser in umraniye ?? Would i be able to commute easily to European side everyday ..
So glad i found ur video
Plz plz do reply
Thanks in advance ❤
If I have to choose between Decamondo Galata and Sirkeci Mantion … and I travel with 2 old people (71 years) and 1 child (11 years) … where I should stay? We will be in Istanbul for 4 nights.
Hello. Thanks for your videos🙏 it’s very informative. Could you please make some comments on Bagcilar, how good is to stay there?
It used to be dodgy, i think its not that bad anymore. I don't really know much about it sorry
Great video. Really like the blocks on map. is kadikoy still your recommended place to stay?
It depends on how long you're here and what type of holiday you enjoy. I prefer being away from all the tourists so i like kadikoy
Sir plz recommend place to stay in kadikoy
Would you say Seven Hills restaurant is worth it? I was going to stay in Sultanahmet for the amazing views from the hotels there but I changed my mind after your video. Hope to book something on the Bosphorus. Seven Hills restaurant though?
Hi i am wondering where did you stay and how was your experience?
Nice video and great explanation.
What do you think of
1- Findikli area (Mimar Sinan University area). Is it good there?
2- Zeitenburnu area (near radisson blue)?
Quite informative;
does "istiklal street" run through the "sisili" area ? and is istiklal street different from "istiklal road", or are these terms used interchangeably ???? Also; are Istanbul "area maps", for different areas readily available? If so; typically from where ?? Thanks.
Istiklal doesn't run through sisli, sisli is a different area 2 stops away in the metro. I don't think there are many area maps available, maybe you can find one at your hotel.
@@IstanbulHacks thanks for info : ...... and despite this, I have an address of a place where I'm due to go in a few months, which reads:.... "MERKEZ, ISTIKLAL STREET, SISILI"....
Hi. Great video. Was looking at staying around mahmut bay or bahceliever. Do you know these areas?
Thanks. Not good places to stay as a tourist they are quite far
@@IstanbulHacks dude... you are a legend! Love your city! Got married there! Keep up the good work!! 👍
@@colinroscoe2599 Thank you , Not my city btw I just live here :D
Tarlabasi area was dangerous 6-7 years ago. Now Tarlabasi area is destroyed and there is a big construction there. Ömer Hayyam Caddesi, Aynalicesme Caddesi, these areas are "family" areas and very quiet, and many local shops and many markets here.
Ye i used to go there a lot 5 years ago and i didn't think it was that dangerous at all to be honest
@@IstanbulHacks Actually, Tarlabasi area is not the one you marked as red. It was in the middle part of your red mark. It was really dangerous, before destroyed. Now very nice buildings are there but still under construction. When you check the booking.com in map view, you can see in some area, there are no hotels. That area was real Tarlabasi.
Plz suggest good hotel in kadıköy to stay with family ??
I will be travelling with my in laws who are very elderly. I know some areas are very hilly and need to do a lot of climbing. Which area we should stay if we don't want do a lot of hills/steps climbing and still quite close to the Metro?
any good budget hotels to recommend?
I don’t know about hotels sorry. I’ve never stayed in one here
Hotellino Istanbul is the ideal budget hotel. All top tourist attractions within walking distance. Metro station just opposite the road. 5 mins to the tram. Free breakfast. The best part is, despite its smacked in the touristy part of Istanbul, it’s located in a quiet corner where you can have a good night rest each time you walk home. Yes I mean home. That’s how the staffs treat you. Very much at home. A very clean one at that.
Hello brother I’ve got a question, I’m thinking of staying in Istanbul around the kalamis pier Is that area ok and is it easy to get around to and from there ?
Excellent vlog- informative for best stay transportation and shops in the city. But Could you do Izmir and places to hike, bike, and small best eatery's in country sides. Some are not interested in night life or tourism but the beauty of the outdoors, waterfalls, mountains etc.
Hi,
Ive booked a hotel in atasehir for my family (young kids)
We wanted somewhere a little quieter, but wanted to know best way to travel from here as we will be away from most toursity areas.
Also can't wait for your next videos!
Hey, I think taxi is the best option or maybe using a bus
@@IstanbulHacks thanks for the quick reply, local taxi or is there a app for me to not get ripped off lol
@@21eesa haha check my taxi video 😊
Much thanks for the recommendations very helpful. Would you please recommend me a hotel in kadekoy or in other areas that you recommended as beshiktach. Cheers
I don't know about hotels sorry
Very useful information. Thank you.
Thanks for watching
The owner the channel shares incorrect information about SultanAhmet district. It is the center of istanbul. All the historical places are located in there. The video shares incorrect information about sultan ahmet in order to misguide tourists to unpopular locations.
@@jameshets6780 : Thank you. There is so much contradictory information. I am going to Turkey in late March 2023 for two weeks. I have to do some more reading on Turkey on where to stay in Istanbul.
@@christopherfernandes4401 I suggest that you have already a list of places you want to visit in Istanbul. And then find a hotel near those places. You will save money on transportation in this way.
Do you have video about top roof bars and restaurants?
I'll add it to the list
Thank you for this quite informative....coming over christmas to new year.which area would you recommend one to stay where there are cafes,malls,walking around is safe, cafes with views,affordable and easy to access.my travel agent recommends novotel instabul,kent hotel,lightworld business hotel...am a on a budget but still want to have a modern feel of your lovely city..pls give your insight
Hi i am wondering where did you stay and how was your experience?
@@MohammedAbbasPLUS hi I stayed at Sofitel hotel in taksim.was a great experience overall and I plan to go back there soon.instabul is worth visiting I must say
Hi, we are travelling to Turkey for the first time, please let me know about the Titanic Business Hotel Orta Kaptaniderya Cd. No37.
Thanks for your suggestion bro.
Thanks for watching mate
The best. Part 2.
can you share the Google My Maps you made for this video (with all the areas)? thanks!
Good video! Coming to Istanbul for study in the fall. The school is Istanbul kultur university in Ataköy/Bahcelievler . Do you think staying in Taksim area and taking metro every day will work?
I wouldn't stay in Taksim, its not a nice place to live anymore. Maybe Sisli is a better option for you, you can take the metrobus straight to Bahcelievler
i am finding it hard to find the one day tour video of istanbul you were talking about
which area has the best dentist/dental clinic?
I will stay for 5 days and a family of 3. How it would be to stay in Karakoy?
Please compare between Karakoy and Kadikoy (Asian side)?
@@dabdethiopia Karaköy will be better for 5 days
I'm a solo backpacker and have 24hr layover in Istanbul before flying to another country. Should I just stay near Taksim for that 1 night or its good to stay in Sultanhamet? I prefer a lively night life area and close to bus station.
After 9pm there is a lockdown so the streets won't be that busy. If its just one day i think you should stay in sultan ahmet, at least you will be able to see the tourist sights easily
Great informative video.
Nice video.
Thanks for your videos!! It has been very helpful! I have a question :) If my accommodation is in Kadikoy but I want to stay a few hours later at night in another area of Istanbul, what is the best way to return to the Asian part? I understand there are no ferries at night. Thanks in advance!
Thanks for watching. You can take the metrobus from Mecidiyeköy. I have made a video about the metrobus
@@IstanbulHacks OK!! Thank you!
How to go to Hotel from Airport ? Taxi or any local transportation is available ? Thanks from Canada
Check my videos on how to travel from the Airport. You can take a bus to the main areas
Great vídeo, would you recommend any place in Antalya for a long tem? Thank u
Sorry i've only been there for holidays and don't know that city well
hello, what do you tell me about bakirkoy? i found a new hotel there that i liked to stay, i have 5 days in istanbul and our purpose is to see the main points with a private guide, we don't like parties or crowded places, but I am afraid of staying too far from the historical city center and spending time on transport, tks in Advance ;)
You are the best
Thank you for your video I have a question what is the difference between Antalya and Istanbul because I am with my family and with my kids what your recommendation is I like the food and shopping and look around
Istanbul is a busy city. Antalya is more for a beach holiday
@@IstanbulHacks oooo ok thank u sir. I think Antalya is more for European country because they don’t have a Sun in their country in America there’s a lot of sun 😎
Great video!
Is it an area for the clothes sellers (suits, women dresses etc.)?
Wholesale? There are many in the Laleli area close to sultan ahmet
I want to getvthe hotel around taksim square with the family. Which should be closest to istiklal street. Can you recommend us something?
your Instagram account is still active or not ? it seems not to be updated for long time .
Thanks for your info. I will be going in April. and I love experience local life with local people,
Yes, still active. @IstanbulHacks :)
Hi just watched both of your videos. Very helpful, in your experience how many days should you use to explore Istanbul both on the European side and Asia side.
Around 5-6
Hi, what area would you recommend for good shisha cafes?
Please can you tell me something about grand Naki Hotel in sultan ahmet
Thanks a lot! Very informative;
I’m coming to turkey for surgery and staying near Atakoy Towers. Can you tell me what kind of area that is? I’m coming alone and kind of nervous but excited.
Not much to do there and quite far from tourist spots,They do have metros/metro tho. Istanbul is safe don't worry :)
@@IstanbulHacks I’m not really into tourist spots. Could you recommend something that is different? Is there a botanical garden in turkey?
Thank u so much u have abundance of knowledge. Can u help me pls can u name 5 no go areas in istanbul both European and asian side? And 5 conservative areas in Istanbul apart from fatih, and uskudar. I need these info for my research. Many thanks
That sounds dodgy :D
I recently rented an Airbnb that’s right on Demirbas sk. and Tarlabasi Blv. So technically 2 mins walk to the double street you talked about and 8 min walk to Istikal sk. Is that part dangerous? Should I be worried since I’m a woman. Btw thank you for the info 🙏
It should be fine if you're not too deep inside Tarlabasi
Can you tell me he best are to go rug shopping ot a specific store that I won't get taken at? I will only be there for a 12-hr layover. Thank you.
Sorry "the best area"
nakkasrug.com/contact-us/ This where my family bought a rug from, they were very happy. Real Turkish rugs are not cheap, just to let you know
CAn you also give some hints as to places you recommend. Specific places? Hehe the names of the hotels? Thanks
Haha I don’t know about hotels sorry 😄
which hotel is best for family in kadikoy please. thanks