Is Istiklal street good for shopping?

Shopping on Istiklal Street is of course one of the top things to do in Istanbul. One of the two most important shopping streets in Istanbul, Istiklal (the other is Bagdat Street on the Asian Side) is full of fashion boutiques and is ideal for clothes shopping.

Why is Istiklal street famous?

It acquired its modern name after the declaration of the Republic on 29 October 1923, İstiklal (Independence) commemorating Turkey’s triumph in its War of Independence. The street starts at the northern end of Galata (the medieval Genoese quarter) at Tünel Square and runs as far as Taksim Square.

How long is Istiklal Street in Istanbul?

1.5-kilometer-long
Istiklal Thoroughfare, also known as “Independence Caddesi,” is a 1.5-kilometer-long colorful pedestrian street and magnificent boulevard that runs through Beyoglu and is lined with stores, restaurants, cafés, and street performances. It is situated near Taksim Square.

Is Istiklal Street and Taksim Square is same?

Istiklal Street extends from Taksim Square to the Karakoy area, which is one of the most famous streets of Istanbul, and one of the oldest trams in the city breaks through it and goes back for about a hundred years. Most of the houses and buildings on the street and the old narrow alleys are distributed on its edges.

What is there to see in Taksim Square?

Taksim square, with its location leading to the monument, Gezi park, domed church of Aya Triada, nostalgic tram, Huseyin Aga Mosque and famous Istiklal Street, is the most popular square in Istanbul as well as in Turkey. It is just like the famous ones in the Europen countries.

What should I buy in Taksim?

Apart from the Grand Bazaar, Taksim is one of the best places in the entire city to buy some souvenirs. You can find shops of every kind, including clothing, books, jewelry, and handmade crafts. Just be sure to spend more than one day here if you don’t want to exhaust yourself.

Is Taksim area safe?

Istiklal street and Taksim Square, a favorite of all tourists, are not particularly dangerous either in daylight or in the dark. However, you shouldn’t detour far to the east or north-east from both of these areas. Also, don’t accept invitations from strangers to go to bars or clubs in that direction.

Is it worth visiting Taksim Square?

This place is worth a visit just because it is very famous. During my visit there was a large police presence due to the protests which had been happening, but the place was very relaxed and calm. There were many street vendors and it is the gateway to İstiklal Avenue, the main street of Istanbul.

What is the main shopping street in Istanbul?

Let’s start with the most popular and obvious one, the Istiklal Avenue. This street is easily the one of the most crowded places in Istanbul. It has so many brands of stores, cafés and restaurants that experiencing everything this street has can easily take a month.

What is there to do in Taksim at night?

The Istiklal Street and Siraselviler Street are the most popular areas of the lively nights and entertainment in Taksim. You can find wide range of great cafes, bars, pubs, bistros, live music bars and night clubs here.

Is Istiklal street safe at night?

Is tinder popular in Turkey?

Tinder is one of the most popular dating apps in Turkey, but it’s not the best choice if you live in a remote area as the majority of people on Tinder live in big cities. Tinder is easy to use – to “like” a profile, swipe to the right.

Is Istiklal Street open on Sunday?

Opening Hours & Notes about Taksim Istiklal Street: Open daily between 10:00 and 21:00, including Sundays and public holidays.

How far is Taksim to Sultanahmet?

4 km
The distance between Taksim Square and Sultanahmet is 4 km. How do I travel from Taksim Square to Sultanahmet without a car? The best way to get from Taksim Square to Sultanahmet without a car is to tram which takes 17 min and costs 4 ₺.