Coses per fer a Istanbul

The Basilica Cistern offered an incredibly stunning experience; it's hard to imagine such a magnificent ancient reservoir hidden beneath the city. The skip-the-line ticket was a lifesaver, saving us from long waits under the scorching sun, and the entry process was smooth. With the audio guide, we learned about the history of its construction and the stories behind it. The tall stone columns were neatly arranged, and the lights reflected on the water, creating an absolutely captivating atmosphere. The Medusa column is a classic highlight here, both mysterious and unique. Walking through the damp corridors, a profound sense of ancient history enveloped us. The overall pace of the tour was comfortable, feeling both fantastical and awe-inspiring, full of mystery. It's a must-see attraction when visiting Istanbul.

Visiting Hagia Sophia was the main purpose of this trip. It was a shame that both the exterior and interior were under renovation. Nevertheless, it was truly wonderful to experience the profound historical significance of this cultural heritage site, with its frescoes and even graffiti from when it was used as a mosque after being an Orthodox church, all preserved as they were. Although there's a mobile Japanese audio guide, I had to infer a lot because many parts of the AI voice's Japanese were incomprehensible. The speaking speed was also slow, so I set it to 1.5x speed, which made it sound normal. Still, I believe you can't talk about sightseeing in Istanbul without seeing Hagia Sophia. I'm glad I went.

Vam poder gaudir d'unes vistes precioses de l'estret del Bòsfor en un lloc meravellós fins a la posta de sol. Es poden veure el Palau de Dolmabahçe, Rumeli Hisarı i la Torre de la Donzella des del mar mentre es passa pel pont. El xef Ahmet ens va preparar un te calent i ens va donar mantes. La safata de fruites i galetes, així com les patates fregides i les torrades addicionals, també estaven delicioses. Amb el servei de begudes inclòs, és un tour amb una excel·lent relació qualitat-preu que recomanaria. No dubteu a demanar begudes o menjar addicional! Gràcies també pel bonic imant de regal! Aquesta és la meva tercera vegada a Turquia, però aquest creuer és el millor per gaudir tranquil·lament mentre s'escolta música. Gràcies per l'excel·lent servei, xef Ahmet!!

Dolmabahçe Palace is truly stunning, living up to its reputation as the New Palace. The entire palace stands by the water, with its pristine white marble architecture facing the Bosphorus Strait. Its exterior is grand and magnificent, making every photo opportunity a perfect shot. Purchasing the skip-the-line ticket saved us from long queues, allowing for smooth entry. Coupled with the audio guide, we were able to understand the historical stories behind it. Inside, the palace is opulent, with giant crystal chandeliers dazzling brightly and abundant gold decorations adding to its splendor, creating a powerful visual impact. Strolling along the corridors, one can experience the luxury of late Ottoman European court life while also enjoying views of the strait. The overall experience was excellent, the pace of the visit was comfortable, and the architectural aesthetics were impressive. It's definitely a must-visit when in Istanbul.

It's very convenient because it allows you to skip a rather long line.

Un viatge en ferri fantàstic. No m'esperava aquest nivell de meravella d'un simple passeig en vaixell. Per a aquells que vulguin experimentar tant el costat europeu com l'asiàtic, aquest viatge és ideal. Però porteu una jaqueta, ja que fa molt de vent. En general, INCREÏBLE!

Com que era temporada alta i viatjava amb la meva mare, vaig reservar un bitllet de via ràpida per comoditat. Normalment, quan viatjo sola, aprofito al màxim els museus i palaus amb audioguies, així que vaig reservar l'opció de via ràpida (amb audioguia inclosa), però vaig descobrir que no incloïa la secció de l'harem. Si hagués hagut de comprar l'entrada per a l'harem per separat a la taquilla interior, hauria costat 1040 lires, uns 35.000 wons addicionals, així que probablement hauria estat millor comprar un tour guiat des del principi. El palau és molt gran i té moltes coses a veure, i només explorar-lo pel meu compte em va portar 3 hores. A més, vam visitar-lo un diumenge i hi havia llargues cues a cada secció. Per això, vaig pensar que hauria estat més eficient si un guia ens hagués assenyalat els llocs clau i les coses imprescindibles. L'audioguia inclosa en aquest bitllet no és la narració oficial del palau, sinó una versió molt més concisa. Si un vol estudiar a fons i visitar-lo sol, la versió oficial seria millor, però en un dia com el nostre, gaudint de les belles i rares relíquies, de totes maneres no escoltem la narració, així que no hi va haver cap problema. Els bitllets es bescanvien a l'interior del punt de trobada (Bistrot) i un amfitrió ens acompanya personalment a l'interior del palau a l'hora establerta. Va ser agradable poder arribar una mica abans, prendre una copa i esperar còmodament, i com que parlaven anglès de manera clara i fàcil d'entendre, vaig pensar que un tour guiat en anglès hauria estat encara millor. En resum, és millor tenir un tour guiat, per senzill que sigui, i ja que hi aneu, recomano un tour que inclogui la secció de l'harem. No obstant això, no em penedeixo d'haver-lo explorat lliurement, i el Palau de Topkapi era tan magnífic que vaig ser molt feliç. Amb les seves vistes panoràmiques, l'arquitectura i les relíquies i joies del seu interior, és una atracció turística imprescindible que recomano visitar malgrat el preu car de l'entrada!

It's very convenient; you can enter the attraction immediately without waiting in line, saving time and hassle. You receive your e-ticket right after booking, and there's even a mobile audio guide that you can continue listening to at home within the validity period. The complimentary sightseeing boat tour is also fantastic; you get to see many classic buildings along the river. I chose the 5 PM slot, which was perfect for watching the sunset—absolutely beautiful! ❤️

After searching for various discount tickets, I found this one, which included Harem admission, to be the best value, so I purchased it. It's a shame it's not available through the Turkey Pass. On the day of the tour, I met a kind English-speaking guide at 9 AM. I wanted a mobile guide, so the guide showed me a QR code, which I downloaded. The audio guide was essential because Topkapi Palace is so vast. The Harem's interior was also very clearly displayed, and I'm now planning to watch 'Magnificent Century.' There are few shops inside Topkapi Palace, so it's best to bring your own drinks and snacks. I ended up staying at the palace for four hours, and by the end, I was parched. The lemonade I had at the shop after exiting was absolutely the best. The Treasury and the Chamber of Holy Relics were all neatly displayed, and time flew by. You can buy Harem admission tickets inside the palace, but I think this coupon is a great deal. Although the guide spoke English, they were very considerate, so even with my broken English, I had a great time. I only had the guide explain the Harem, and after leaving the Harem, I explored the rest of the palace freely. It was a wonderful memory.