Ortaköy
Ortaköy sits on the Bosphorus under the bridge, around a small mosque, a lively square and a waterfront promenade. Come for the view, a kumpir or a coffee, then walk north towards Bebek or take a ferry for a different angle on the strait.
Ortaköy
Istanbul is the meeting point of Europe and Asia, with the Bosphorus running through the middle. Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, the bazaars, ferries and neighbourhood food culture make it a city that rewards both a short visit and a long stay.
Ortaköy
Ortaköy sits on the Bosphorus under the bridge, around a small mosque, a lively square and a waterfront promenade. Come for the view, a kumpir or a coffee, then walk north towards Bebek or take a ferry for a different angle on the strait.
Best time to visit: April to October; weekday mornings are quieter.