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A white ferry crossing the Bosphorus beyond a stone balustrade, with wooded hills and waterfront houses behind

Istanbul

Where timeless heritage meets contemporary luxury.

Destination Guide

Discover a city where centuries of history unfold alongside a vibrant contemporary culture. Explore magnificent Ottoman palaces, Byzantine landmarks, lively neighborhoods, and the city's remarkable culinary scene. From private cruises along the Bosphorus to encounters with local artisans, Istanbul offers an extraordinary blend of heritage, creativity, and modern sophistication.

The vast domed interior of a Byzantine-era mosque with large calligraphy roundels and hanging chandeliers

Signature Experiences

  • A cushioned aft deck on a private yacht cruising past waterfront mansions and a suspension bridge

    Private Bosphorus Cruise

  • Rows of lit marble columns rising from still water beneath brick vaults in an underground cistern

    After-Hours Basilica Cistern

  • A marble colonnade and tiled walls around a courtyard with a domed fountain, cypress trees and a glimpse of the sea

    Ottoman Heritage Tour

  • A marble hammam with an octagonal heated platform, wash basins and star-shaped skylights in the dome

    Turkish Hammam Ritual

Where to Stay

The Peninsula Istanbul

An exceptional waterfront retreat on the Bosphorus, combining contemporary luxury with Istanbul's historic charm.

Aerial view of The Peninsula Istanbul and its waterfront pool on the Bosphorus at dusk

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus

A beautifully restored Ottoman palace offering refined luxury, lush gardens, and spectacular Bosphorus views.

The illuminated palace façade and fountain courtyard of Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus

Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul

An iconic Ottoman palace hotel celebrated for its royal heritage, grand architecture, and magnificent waterfront setting.

Aerial view of Çırağan Palace Kempinski lit at dusk on the Bosphorus, with the bridge beyond

The Bank Hotel Istanbul

A stylish boutique hotel in historic Karaköy, blending contemporary design with the character of a former bank building.

The historic stone façade of The Bank Hotel in Karaköy with green awnings over arched windows

Where to Dine

MICHELIN Guide Selected

Gallada

A spectacular rooftop restaurant at The Peninsula Istanbul, blending Turkish and Asian flavors with panoramic Bosphorus views.

A candlelit table on GALLADA's garden terrace at night, with the lit Bosphorus bridge beyond

One MICHELIN Star

Nicole

An intimate Michelin-starred restaurant offering refined seasonal tasting menus and contemporary interpretations of Turkish cuisine.

Tables laid with white linen in Nicole's dining room at night

MICHELIN Bib Gourmand

Karaköy Lokantası

A beloved Istanbul institution celebrated for traditional Turkish dishes, classic mezes, and its iconic turquoise-tiled interior.

The illuminated entrance of Karaköy Lokantası with its blue-tiled interior

MICHELIN Guide Selected

Aheste Restaurant

An intimate restaurant in historic Pera, celebrated for creative mezes and contemporary interpretations of Turkish cuisine.

The warmly lit entrance of Aheste in Pera, with an open dining room behind ivy and potted plants

Suggested Length of Stay

3–4 Nights

A hotel bedroom with floor-to-ceiling windows looking across the Bosphorus to a wooded shore
Two armchairs and a lantern on a waterfront terrace at blue hour, with lit boats on the Bosphorus

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