Making Romantic Memories in Istanbul

If you are in Istanbul to spend some quality romantic time with your loved one, this Turkish delight will not disappoint you. You will get plenty of pampering time in the best hotels in Istanbul to ready your senses to appreciate the myriad attractions of this fascinating destination.

Making Romantic Memories in Istanbul

What to see

The Grand Bazaar

The bazaars of Istanbul are world famous for their intricately woven rugs, aromatic spices, oils and teas. You will also find plenty of handicrafts here to buy as souvenirs. The Grand Bazaar, The Spice Market and the Arasta Bazaar are all worth a visit. Walk hand in hand with your loved one through the narrow alleys of the bazaars, engage in some bargaining, and spend some quiet time together in a café sipping the best teas.

The line 'it's tough at the top' make sense in this city because you will have a hard time deciding which direction to look and just which 'top' has the best view! The best hotels in Istanbul form part of a truly magnificent skyline and you can find many restaurants and hotels with a rooftop terrace. Here you can spend hours having a lazy breakfast, lunch, drinks at sunset and romantic dinners - there is a terrace for every meal of the day! Enjoy local and international cuisine while admiring a truly spectacular view.

Hamams

Many of the best hotels in Istanbul have their own hamams. But if you get out and about in the city you may find some hidden gems down a back street, too. Although this is not something you can do together (as Turkish baths are divided, gender-wise), it is still a wonderful experience. Allow yourself to be taken to a bath, be buffed and bathed and have a relaxing oil massage in this authentic Turkish tradition.

sunset over the Asian side of the Bosphorus

One of the world's most romantic settings must be watching the sunset over the Asian side of the Bosphorus. It is even more romantic when you experience it from the water. Take an evening ferry to enjoy this stunning view or simply take a stroll hand in hand across the Galata Bridge.

Yeni Mosque & Galata Bridge

Some visitors prefer to concentrate purely on the historical heart of the city - the Sultanahmet on the European side of the Bosphorus. It is only here that you can experience the romance of every age - Byzantine, Roman and Ottoman. Several historical monuments are worth a visit while you are here. The Hagia Sophia, which has been both a church and a mosque, the magnificent Blue Mosque, and the equally gorgeous Suleymaniye Mosque are worth a visit to appreciate the grand architecture.

Blue Mosque

A relaxing break in one of the best hotels in Istanbul will allow you a perfectly balanced holiday with your loved one. Spend quality time discovering the gems of the city while spending quality time in an exotic destination- what could be better?