CITY GUIDES · Türkiye
Meet people in Istanbul
Istanbul spans two continents, and crossing between districts can take longer than the map suggests. Build a first outing around one shore and one ferry or walking route, rather than trying to fit both sides into a short meeting.
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Start with a neighborhood
01Sultanahmet
02Karaköy
03Kadıköy
A first plan that fits the city
For a historic walk, meet around Sultanahmet and choose one nearby landmark or museum before taking a break. For a more everyday city feel, agree on a public meeting point in Karaköy and take the ferry to Kadıköy only if both schedules allow; check current ferry times first.
Official city guide: Visit IstanbulUpcoming local events
November 10, 2026 – November 14, 2026
HOSTECH by TUSİD Istanbul Fair
TÜYAP Fair and Congress Center
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Istanbul Theatre Festival — Nederlands Dans Theater 2
Zorlu PSM Turkcell Stage
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