Before You Discover Istanbul from the Sea

What can you see on the Bosphorus, what is a dinner cruise like and when is the best time to go? Short guides to help you plan.

• What to See on a Bosphorus Cruise — Palaces, mosques, fortresses and bridges: the Istanbul landmarks you can see from the water on a Bosphorus cruise.
• Bosphorus Dinner Cruise: What to Expect — Menu, Turkish night show, packages and tips for children: everything to know before booking a Bosphorus dinner cruise with Mina Cruise.
• The Best Time for a Bosphorus Cruise — Morning, sunset or night? Spring or autumn? How to choose the best time of day and year for your Bosphorus cruise in Istanbul.
• Istanbul Airport to Sultanahmet and Taksim: All Your Options — How to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) to Sultanahmet, Taksim, Karaköy and Eminönü: taxi, bus, metro or private transfer.
• Best Bosphorus Cruise: Ferry, Boat Tour, Dinner or Yacht? — Bosphorus cruise options compared: public ferries, short boat tours, dinner cruises and private yachts. Who each suits, how long it takes, pros and cons.
• Turkish Night Show in Istanbul: Dervish, Belly Dance & Folk — What is a Turkish night show? The whirling dervish, belly dance, halay, horon, zeybek, Caucasian and Roma dances explained before your Bosphorus evening.