There are so many things to do in Beyoğlu… We wanted to list the absolute “musts” of this unique district, which generously offers enjoyable moments to each and every person.
1. Going up to the terrace of 360 Istanbul, having a drink and watching the city-view from the top,
2. Buying books from Simurg Bookstore or stroking the cats,
3. Strolling around Balıkçılar (Fishermen’s) Bazaar in Galatasaray,
4. Buying Turkish delight or candy from the historical Üç Yıldız (Three Stars) in Balıkçılar Bazaar,
5. Buying some nice pens and pencils from Panter Bookstore,
6. Sweating in Galatasaray Turkish Bath,
7. Buying books and records from bibliopoles’ bazaar in Aslıhan,
8. Stopping by the bookstore of Beyoğlu Municipality, which hoardes all sorts of publications related to Istanbul,
9. Drinking in Nevizade at least once,
10. Of course, tasting profiterole or Uludağ in Inci,
11. Taking a look around second-hand stores in Rumeli Passage,
12. Shopping in Beyoğlu Business Center,
13. Protesting against the demolition of Emek Movie Theatre,
14. Sipping a cup of tea in the atrium of Haco Pulo,
15. Buying some clothes from the shops in Terkos Passage,
16. Taking a look around the ornament stands in side-streets,
17. Eating shish liver in Canım Ciğerim,
18. Taking a leisurely look at the exhibitions in Yapı Kredi,
19. Walking around the colorful stores in the basement of Aznavur Passage,
20. Enjoying a fish-raki delight in “Çiçek’s Place” in Asmalımescit,
21. Drinking home-made lemonade on the terrace of Ship which overlooks Galata,
22. Discovering the new stores of Tünel and Galata,
23. Eating a portion of delicious meatballs and haricot bean salad in Hüseyin’s Grilled Meatloaf Restaurant ,
24. Having a nice dinner in one of the restaurants in Çiçek Passage,
25. Enjoying a concert of your choice in Babylon, Hayal Kahvesi or Ghetto.