Bosphorus European Shore
The European side of the Bosphorus is home to majestic palaces, luxurious waterfront mansions, historic fortresses, and lively seaside districts.
Whether you’re strolling through Ortaköy’s vibrant squares, exploring the grandeur of Dolmabahçe Palace, or enjoying a Bosphorus-side meal in Arnavutköy, our guides provide expert recommendations on the best attractions, dining spots, and cultural highlights along Istanbul’s stunning European shoreline.
Garipce Village, Istanbul Guide: Best Things To Do & See
There are places in Istanbul that feel loud from the moment you arrive, and then there are places like Garipçe Village that greet you...
Kabatas Istanbul Guide: Things to Do, See, Bosphorus Cruises
Kabataş is one of those places where Istanbul instantly feels close and familiar. You step out toward the waterfront and the Bosphorus breeze hits...
Explore Bebek Istanbul: Best Things To Do, See And Eat
Bebek has a way of slowing you down the moment you arrive. Maybe it is the open curve of the Bosphorus, maybe it is...
Arnavutkoy Istanbul Guide: Best Things To Do, Eat And See
Arnavutköy feels like a neighborhood that time gently protected. The moment you step onto its narrow streets or walk along the waterfront, you sense...
Rumeli Feneri Guide: Lighthouse, Views And Things To Do
Rumeli Feneri is one of those places that makes you pause the moment you arrive. The Bosphorus widens, the air shifts, and suddenly the...
Rumeli Kavagi Guide: Things To Do, Seafood, Beaches And Tips
Rumeli Kavagi feels like a small secret at the very edge of Istanbul. The moment you arrive, the pace drops. The air shifts. Fishing...
Istinye & Yenikoy Istanbul Guide: Top Sights, Dining, Coast Walks
Some corners of Istanbul feel busy the moment you arrive. Istinye and Yenikoy are the opposite. These two neighbourhoods stretch quietly along the Bosphorus,...
Emirgan Istanbul Guide: Best Things To Do, See And Experience
Emirgan is one of those Istanbul neighborhoods that surprises you by how quickly it changes your mood. The moment you step onto the Bosphorus...
Rumeli Hisarı Guide: Fortress, Things To Do, Views And Tips
Rumeli Hisarı is one of those places where Istanbul feels both ancient and completely alive at the same time. You walk in and the...
Sariyer Istanbul Guide: Best Things to Do & Coastal Highlights
Sarıyer feels like the moment you step out of the city without ever leaving it. The Bosphorus widens here, the air cools a little,...
Besiktas Istanbul Guide 2026: Best Things To Do, Eat, Where To Stay
There is a funny thing about Besiktas Istanbul. First timers often hear the name because of the football team or Dolmabahçe Palace, then arrive...
Ortakoy Istanbul Guide 2026: Best Things To Do, Eat And See
Most first time visitors think they already know Ortakoy. They have seen the postcard shot of Ortakoy Mosque, the Bosphorus Bridge, maybe a perfect...