Dinner
Location:
Khorasani Kebap Sultanahmet >> Ticarethane Sk. No:39, Turkey
Order:
Cold appetizers (mezes) >> Spicy Hot Salad & Hummus
Kebabs >> Kebab w/ pistachio & Chicken shish kebab
Pizzas >> Turkish pizza (from Antep)
Drink >> Raku
Dress:
Casual
Turkish food is delicious. The Turkish cuisine has a lot of spices and a lot of seafood. Get out of your comfort zone and try something new as you might not get a chance to try the dish anywhere else. Kebabs are a staple in Turkey and rightly so...they are delicious! Yummy meats and pita bread...need I say more?
Khorasani Kebap Sultanahmet >> Ticarethane Sk. No:39, Turkey
Order:
Cold appetizers (mezes) >> Spicy Hot Salad & Hummus
Kebabs >> Kebab w/ pistachio & Chicken shish kebab
Pizzas >> Turkish pizza (from Antep)
Drink >> Raku
Dress:
Casual
Turkish food is delicious. The Turkish cuisine has a lot of spices and a lot of seafood. Get out of your comfort zone and try something new as you might not get a chance to try the dish anywhere else. Kebabs are a staple in Turkey and rightly so...they are delicious! Yummy meats and pita bread...need I say more?
Dessert
Location:
Mado >> Alemdar Mh., 34110 İstanbul, Turkey
Order:
Sweets >> Parmak Dondurma, Fıstıklı Dolama, Makaron Arası Dondurma, Çilekli Pasta, & Turkish delights
Drinks >> Turkish coffee (espresso)
Dress:
Casual
This Mado location is walking distance from Khorsani Kebap Sultanahmet. If you follow the stairs all the way up to the top, then you will have a marvelous view of the Blue Mosque and the Hippodrome in the Old City. Enjoy your sweets from atop this cafe for what is seriously a magical experience.
Mado >> Alemdar Mh., 34110 İstanbul, Turkey
Order:
Sweets >> Parmak Dondurma, Fıstıklı Dolama, Makaron Arası Dondurma, Çilekli Pasta, & Turkish delights
Drinks >> Turkish coffee (espresso)
Dress:
Casual
This Mado location is walking distance from Khorsani Kebap Sultanahmet. If you follow the stairs all the way up to the top, then you will have a marvelous view of the Blue Mosque and the Hippodrome in the Old City. Enjoy your sweets from atop this cafe for what is seriously a magical experience.
Activity
Location:
Hippodrome >> Sultanahmet Mh., At Meydanı No:7, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey
The Hippodrome is from old Constantinople. The circle is in the middle of the biggest attractions like the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the Cistern Basilica. Take a lap and see 1000s of years of history in the making. Make sure you bring a scarf to put over your hair if you plan on going within the Mosque area. You will not be permitted to enter the area without one as a sign of respect for the religious practice.
Hippodrome >> Sultanahmet Mh., At Meydanı No:7, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey
The Hippodrome is from old Constantinople. The circle is in the middle of the biggest attractions like the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the Cistern Basilica. Take a lap and see 1000s of years of history in the making. Make sure you bring a scarf to put over your hair if you plan on going within the Mosque area. You will not be permitted to enter the area without one as a sign of respect for the religious practice.
Stay
Location:
Dersaadet Hotel >> Kapıağası Sk., Turkey
Within walking distance of the spice market, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, and Hagia Sophia. This Ottoman era mansion turned luxury hotel is the perfect spot to stay in Istanbul to get a true Turkish experience. Stay in the Deluxe Room and have the comfort of a lovely large sofa that overlooks the Old City, a Turkish bath with a rain shower, and a comfy double bed. Take advantage of the Turkish bath as it is one of the most luxurious experiences you will ever have. Request some apple tea from the staff in the evening before heading out on your Turkish adventure for kebabs. Be sure to rise at a decent time and head up to the roof terrace for some breakfast and enjoy a waterfront view while you eat. The Deluxe Room will cost you around $95 a night.
*A big thank you to the Dersaadet Hotel for the warm welcome and ending our honeymoon with the most luxurious experience we've ever had at a hotel and for the Turkish delights. You truly made our trip to Istanbul one to remember.
Dersaadet Hotel >> Kapıağası Sk., Turkey
Within walking distance of the spice market, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, and Hagia Sophia. This Ottoman era mansion turned luxury hotel is the perfect spot to stay in Istanbul to get a true Turkish experience. Stay in the Deluxe Room and have the comfort of a lovely large sofa that overlooks the Old City, a Turkish bath with a rain shower, and a comfy double bed. Take advantage of the Turkish bath as it is one of the most luxurious experiences you will ever have. Request some apple tea from the staff in the evening before heading out on your Turkish adventure for kebabs. Be sure to rise at a decent time and head up to the roof terrace for some breakfast and enjoy a waterfront view while you eat. The Deluxe Room will cost you around $95 a night.
*A big thank you to the Dersaadet Hotel for the warm welcome and ending our honeymoon with the most luxurious experience we've ever had at a hotel and for the Turkish delights. You truly made our trip to Istanbul one to remember.