14 days in Istanbul Itinerary

A physical and cultural bridge between Europe and Asia, the transcontinental city of Istanbul serves as a living reminder of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Ulu Cami and Little Hagia Sophia. Get out of town with these interesting Istanbul side-trips: Gebze (Ballikayalar Tabiat Parki & Ballikayalar Kanyonu), Bursa (Koza Hani & Bursa Archaeological Museum) and Buyukada Tabiat Parki (in Buyukada). And it doesn't end there: snap pictures at Bosphorus Bridge, wander the streets of Beyoglu, see the interesting displays at Rahmi M. Koc Museum, and admire the landmark architecture of Fatih Mosque and Complex.

To see traveler tips, photos, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Istanbul trip itinerary planner.

In February, daytime highs in Istanbul are 11°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.