2 days in Istanbul Itinerary

A physical and cultural bridge between Europe and Asia, the transcontinental city of Istanbul serves as a living reminder of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires.

Start off your visit on the 30th (Tue): get engrossed in the history at Galata Tower, take in the spiritual surroundings of Sultan Ahmed Mosque, contemplate the long history of Hagia Sophia Mosque, then explore the ancient world of Basilica Cistern, and finally hunt for treasures at Kapali Carsi. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 31st (Wed): get engrossed in the history at Chora Museum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Suleymaniye Cami , then get engrossed in the history at Topkapi Palace, and finally explore the world behind art at Istanbul Modern | Istanbul Museum of Modern Art.

To see other places to visit, maps, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Istanbul visit planning app.

If you are flying in from Argentina, the closest major aiports are İstanbul Airport, İstanbul Atatürk Airport and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport. August in Istanbul sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 25°C at night.