This blog written by a young and passionate French-Turkish team, will help you visit the real Istanbul. With us, you will discover the multiple facets of Istanbul, its so varied districts, its unequalled history, its current events which are always as ebullient as its night life, its rich gastronomy, without forgetting the districts of the Bosphorus too often neglected by the tourists
Do you have a question? Would you like to discover the most atypical districts during one of our walks in small groups? Create a tailor-made trip to Istanbul or elsewhere in Turkey? We are here for you.
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Taste the flavours of two continents, Beşiktaş and Üsküdar We, at Tooistanbul.com, and Turkish people, are truly passionate about food, and one of the things we worship...
Discover the emblematic monuments of Istanbul Istanbul is a multi-millennial city having been the capital of 3 great empires: the Byzantine Empire, the Eastern...
Between tradition and modernity, a district with a strong and assertive culture - Yeldeğirmeni - Moda - Kadıköy Kadıköy, the center of the Asian side of the city, is...
Journey through History - Fatih, Fener, Balat, Beyoglu Historically Byzantium, Constantinople, and finally Istanbul has been a bridge for the people between Europe and...
Discover with us the Bosphorus at sunset During this 3-hour cruise, you will discover the Bosphorus Strait which is for us the main wealth and beauty of Istanbul, it is...
Sailing in Istanbul What is better than to spend a day sailing in Istanbul? After several days of visits in the summer heat of Istanbul, you may want to take some fresh...
WEATHER, WHAT TO SEE, WHAT TO DO IN MARCH 2025 IN ISTANBUL? In March, Istanbul begins its transition towards spring, with days gradually becoming milder. Although...
WEATHER, WHAT TO SEE, WHAT TO DO IN FEBRUARY 2025 IN ISTANBUL? In February, Istanbul feels the full grip of winter, with cool temperatures and persistent humidity. Days...
WEATHER, WHAT TO SEE, WHAT TO DO IN JANUARY 2025 IN ISTANBUL? In January, Istanbul is fully immersed in winter, with cool temperatures and often humid air. Occasional...
All our advice and recommendations for a beautiful New Year's Eve in Istanbul As every year, we share our recommendations for celebrating the New Year in the only city...
WEATHER, WHAT TO SEE, WHAT TO DO IN DECEMBER 2024 IN ISTANBUL? In December, Istanbul gently transitions into winter, with cool temperatures ranging between 5°C and...
WEATHER, WHAT TO SEE, WHAT TO DO IN NOVEMBER 2024 IN ISTANBUL? In November, Istanbul fully enters autumn, with a cooler atmosphere and a touch of melancholy in the air....
WEATHER, WHAT TO SEE, WHAT TO DO IN OCTOBER 2024 IN ISTANBUL? In October, Istanbul begins to take on its autumnal colors, with a calming atmosphere and milder weather....
WEATHER, WHAT TO SEE, WHAT TO DO IN SEPTEMBER 2024 IN ISTANBUL? As summer slowly gives way to autumn, September is a great month to visit Istanbul. The city, still...
Weather, what to see, what to do in August in Istanbul ? Although it can get very hot during the day, Istanbul in August offers a vibrant and lively experience, ideal...
What are the most beautiful swimming pools in Istanbul? Summer in Istanbul is very warm, especially in July and August. During your stay, you will wonder how you can...
From May to October, summer settles in Istanbul, and the temperature rises. It is now out of question to lock up in bars or closed clubs, Istanbul residents want to go...
Visit Istanbul: the Bosphorus Coming to Istanbul without visiting the neighborhoods alongside the Bosphorus would be a big loss. Most of the tourists only do a boat...
Where to go out at night in Istanbul? Istanbul is a city that never sleeps, if you like to party you will not be disappointed! With over 16 million inhabitants in...
Where to have a drink in Istanbul? The nightlife in Istanbul is as vibrant as its days. If you're looking to unwind with a drink in hand, you'll be delighted to...
updated on february 6 Before your arrival Before telling you about the means types of transportation to make go from the new airport in Istanbul to your...
updated on february 6 There are nearly 18,000 taxis ("Taksi") in Istanbul, you can easily recognize them thanks to their yellow, turquoise or black color. Taxis are...
updated on february 6 Public transportation in Istanbul Istanbul stretches over 5,000 km ² therefore moving is not always easy because it is one of the most congested...
Visit Istanbul: Sultanahmet The Sultanahmet district is the historic district of Istanbul. There are so many things to visit that you can easily spend the week there,...
Discover Istanbul's top gastronomic and fine dining restaurants, where tradition and innovation converge to provide an extraordinary culinary experience. Rich in...
Other specialties of Turkish cuisine How to think about childhood without remembering grandma’s delicious dishes? The variety of caterers, "esnaf lokantası", serving...
A guide to the best Istanbul street food You will quickly notice that in Turkey and especially in Istanbul, there is not a settled time to eat. Restaurants are open at...
The spices most used in Turkish cuisine Turkish cuisine is very spicy, and even if most of them are not cultivated in Turkey, there is a real market dedicated to them....
A little history about the wine in Turkey… The land in Turkey is among the oldest cultivated lands in the world according to archaeological excavations, and the...
Turkish desserts Sweets, candies and other delicacies of Turkish cuisine: Among all the diversity and the culinary richness that you will find during your stay, don’t...
Discover the flavors of real Turkish cuisine During your stay in Istanbul, do not miss out on the richness of Turkish cuisine! Turkish cuisine is one of the most varied...
The Turkish breakfast: "kahvaltı" Turkish breakfast is a meal itself, it generally salty. The word kahvaltı has its origin in "kahve altı" which means "before coffee"....
Kebab ("kebap" in Turkish) means "roasted meat" and refers to various grilled meat or fish dishes. Originally from this part of the globe, the meat is cooked on a...
Our small travel guide Turkey in summary Turkey is a destination with all kinds of landscapes for everyone's pleasure. This country is located on two continents, mainly...
The Nazar Boncuk (Nazar Boncuğu) - The blue evil eye in Turkey From your first moments in Turkey, you will certainly notice these blue pendants, eye-shaped, hanging...
Istanbul and the women: getting rid of the clichés I am often surprised (and sometimes amused) about the remarks of my entourage when I remind them of my expatriation...
A little history about the wine in Turkey… The land in Turkey is among the oldest cultivated lands in the world according to archaeological excavations, and the...
Turkish films: a bit of history and our selection The History of Turkish Cinema The history of Turkish cinema began at the Ottoman court in 1896 with the projections of...
From Dubai to Athens via Pakistan, the Middle East, South America, and the Balkan countries, everyone is getting crazy for Turkish television series. You are also...
8 current facts about Istanbul and Turkey that you probably don’t know... Far from the classical information about our city and all the clichés, here are 8 facts that...
50 % of the Turkish population is under 32 years old in 2020, and therefore, plays and consumes online. The Turkish net industry is booming. Muslim farmers do not farm...
What our travellers say
SylRo752023-11-17Visite culinaire à Istanbul et excursion en Cappadoce Nous avons fait 2 excursions avec TOO ISTANBUL. La 1ère à Istanbul, visite culinaire des 2 continents. Journée fort sympathique avec Noyane durant laquelle nous avons pu découvrir 2 quartiers sympathiques et déguster pleins de spécialités (ce que nous n'aurions probablement pas faits pour certaines !). Excursion privée en Cappadoce très agréable également avec un guide qui connaissait bien son sujet et qui avec lequel nous avons passé une excellente journée. En bref je recommande les yeux fermés.
JC FROM LA2023-03-17Dégustations, culture et découvertes : au top ! Très belle visites, de belles découvertes et de nombreuses dégustations et avec un super accompagnateur : Emre. Super !
Laurence G2022-09-12Visite des classiques d'Istanbul au top! Très bonne journée de visite des classiques d'Istanbul en compagnie de Gökhan qui est un guide très agréable et plein de bons conseils. Nous avons appris beaucoup de choses sur tous les endroits visités et sur l'histoire de la Turquie car son français est excellent. Le resto et le rooftop pour les pauses étaient superYacine D2022-09-09Une de nos meilleures journée à Istanbul Nous avons été ravis de passer cette journée guidée par Noyane. Une de nos meilleure journée à Istanbul. La bienveillance , la bonne humeur, la découverte, les délices, les lieux typiques en dehors des zones touristiques, la belle énergie du groupe, les infos concises sur differents spots important, la disponibilité de Noyane et de l'équipe tooistanbul avant pendant après,... bref tous les aspects d'une expérience agréable et inoubliable étaient réunis. Merci . Un moment à vivre des vos premiers jours à Istanbul ! Je vous le recommande avec joie. :)
Camillebril2022-09-09Tout simplement génial ! Nous avons fait la balade culinaire avec Elif le 11 août 2022. C'était tout simplement GENIAL ! C'est l'un des meilleurs souvenirs de notre voyage en Turquie ! Elif nous a fait découvrir Istanbul sous un autre angle, on allait de découvertes en découvertes. Elle nous a même recommandé pour notre dernière soirée un bon restaurant. C'était parfait, merci pour tout !
Liliane B2022-07-01Istanbul autrement! Avec notre guide francophone Enis nous avons fait un voyage dans le temps à Istanbul, avons parcouru des quartiers chargés d'histoire (Fatih, Fener, Balat, Karaköy..) , visité un peu les coulisses de cette ville aux multiples visages et que les lieux typiquement touristiques ne suffisent pas à présenter. Pour cette balade d'un jour, Enis a conçu un parcours très varié, attrayant et passionnant. Nous n'avons pas vu le temps passer . Je recommande vivement ce guide à tout voyageur curieux de percer un peu mieux les mystères de cette ville fascinante!
Martine P2022-07-01Une très belle journée à Istanbul Très belle journée à Istanbul avec notre guide Enis dans les quartiers de Fatih, Fenner et Balat. Enis s'est montré très généreux de son temps et de ses informations, a répondu à toutes nos questions et titillé notre curiosité et ce dans un français absolument impeccable! Le circuit proposé est vraiment très intéressant, varié et nous a fait découvrir des aspects de la ville que nous ne connaissions pas. Et loin de la cohue! Nous sommes vraiment contents de cette journée Enis. Merci à lui!
aliceTorino2022-06-25Très belle balade Nous avons fait la balade « contrastes » avec mes parents et une amie Le tour est très bien conçu et permet de voir les différents facettes de la ville Notre guide Hulya a été très sympa, efficace et bienveillante . Je conseille vivement cette balade
Benedicte B2022-06-14visite culinaire je recommande, super journée partagée avec Elif le 28 mai 2022. agréable ,conviviale. Une journée riche, dense, pleine de découvertes gustatives et culturelles. Elif a proposé au groupe de terminer la journée devant un aéro dans les rues animées d'istambul. un chouette moment !!! merci
Delphine S2022-06-13Visite culinaire à Istanbul Djan a été parfait pour nous guider et nous faire découvrir les spécialités turques. La journée a été très agréable et c’est un très bon souvenir de mes vacances à Istanbul. Je recommande cette visite culinaire.