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: Don't miss a dürüm (wrap) from Dürümzade in Beyoğlu or a simit (sesame bread ring) from a street vendor. Neighborhood Highlights

: Wander these historically cosmopolitan neighborhoods for colorful homes, antique auctions, and "shabby-chic" cafe culture. Lonely Planet Pro-Tips Д°stanbul - Lonely Planet

İstanbul , the legendary meeting place of Europe and Asia, is often described by Lonely Planet as a city with more top-drawer attractions than it has minarets. To experience the "Lonely Planet" version of this "magnificent, maddening city," you must dive into its layers of history, indulge in its communal food culture, and explore its distinct neighborhoods. : Don't miss a dürüm (wrap) from Dürümzade

: Surrender to the steam in a historic 16th-century bathhouse like Kılıç Ali Paşa Hamamı for a quintessential Ottoman experience. To experience the "Lonely Planet" version of this

: Major sites like Topkapı Palace require at least half a day to avoid "speed-sightseeing". The 16 best things to do in İstanbul - Lonely Planet

: Linger over a serpme kahvaltı —a table-filling spread of cheeses, olives, jams, and eggs—at spots like Van Kahvaltı Evi or along Beşiktaş's "breakfast street".