🇹🇷 Istanbul | 2-Day Chill City Walk Guide ✨

Istanbul—where Europe meets Asia! Most iconic spots are on the European side, perfect for easy-breezy exploring by day and feasting on kebabs by night. Here’s my laid-back itinerary 👇 🎈 Day 1: New European Side 1️⃣ Istiklal Street 🚌: The city’s vibrant heart—historic buildings, shops, and nightlife. Grab a beer at a pub! 🍺 2️⃣ Taksim Square 🕊️: Hub of energy + instagrammable pigeon flocks! 3️⃣ Dolmabahçe Palace 🕌 (exterior only): Ottoman opulence without the crowd (save tickets for Topkapı!). 4️⃣ Galata Tower 🌆: Climb for panoramic views of the Bosphorus! (Skip if queues are long.) 🎈 Day 2: Old European Side 1️⃣ Süleymaniye Mosque 🕌: Ottoman grandeur + serene courtyards (less touristy than Blue Mosque!). 2️⃣ Grand Bazaar 🎪: Lose yourself in 4,000 shops (haggle like a pro—start at 50% off!). 3️⃣ Blue Mosque 💙: Iconic tiles + free entry (cover knees & hair!). 4️⃣ Hagia Sophia ⛪: 1,500 years of history—church, mosque, now a museum. #Istanbul#TurkeyTravel #SlowTravel #EuropeInAsia