Impressive neoclassical palace with lavishly decorated interior. Interesting to tour the ceremonial suites, harem and apartments of the crown prince.
Formerly a chariot racing circuit during Byzantine times. Now a pleasant landscaped park.
Superb collection of modern art set in an impressive location on the banks of the Bosphorus.
Colourful bustling heart of the old city. Beware of pick pockets and over zealous shop keepers.
Bustling thoroughfare lined with trendy cafes. Wonderful mix of modern and traditional architecture.
Beautiful Ottoman palace housing many magnificent artifacts including calligraphy and a huge collection of antique carpets.
Beautiful mosaic and fresco laden church, now a museum. A great example of Byzantine art.
Excellent collection of exhibits tracing the history of Istanbul and the Ottoman empire.
Originally a 6th century Byzantine church and HQ of the Eastern Orthodox christian church. Was converted to a mosque by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1453 & then to a museum by Ataturk in 1935.
Sits proudly on top of one of Istanbul's seven hills. One of the grandest and most beautiful of all of the Ottoman mosques.
Impressive 15th century palace. This thriving royal court would have been filled by sultans, courtiers, eunuchs and concubines. Wonderfully lavish interiors and great views across the Bosphorus.
Eccentric museum filled with cyborg body parts, vampire cocoons and terminator heads.
Excellent exhibits of currency from the use of cowrie shells through to credit cards.
Lovely baroque interior featuring a remarkable altarpiece.
Small enough that you will not have big queues getting through security.
Only church to have a pissoir incorporated into its structure.
No longer the primary residence of the royal family. An impressive room has its ceiling clad with the wing cases of 1.4 million Thai jewel beetles.
Excellent rundown of the history of chocolate in Europe. Chocolate making demonstrations and samples are highlights.
A must visit when in Brussels. Seat of the most powerful and controversial organisation in Europe.
Ringed by 48 bronze statuettes representing the city's medieval guilds.
