Istiklal Avenue · Istanbul: visitor guide

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Historic arcades, cultural venues and continuous city life from Tünel to Taksim. Start at Tünel and follow arcades and side streets towards Taksim. Add time for an exhibition or cultural stop. Keep the nostalgic tram tracks clear and choose an easy meeting point for your group in the crowds.

Istiklal Avenue, Beyoğlu, Istanbul, Türkiye

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Start at Tünel and follow arcades and side streets towards Taksim. Add time for an exhibition or cultural stop. Keep the nostalgic tram tracks clear and choose an easy meeting point for your group in the crowds.

Plan around prayer times, tickets and transport schedules.

1.5–3 hours

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