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42 of 42 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I had never visited Turkey before and set off for a week with a friend in Istanbul over New Year 2004. I cannot recommend this book highly enough - the clear maps saved us from many a sticky situation (be warned that the bus to Topkapi does not go to the main sightseeing spot of Topkapi Palace) and the sections on the various mosques and places to visit are highly informative. It also has a very helpful section on getting around Istanbul, which was invaluable for us as we wanted to explore the city by public transport as far as possible, without wasting money on taxis every minute as our hotel advised us, and so allowing for that extra Turkish bath and massage at Cemberlitas ... This book is all you need to get the most out of your stay in this fascinating city.
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
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On visiting Istanbul last November, I took the DK book as I've had great experiences with others in the series - this one lived up to my expectations!
We stayed primarily within the historic neighbourhood of Eminonu (where the Blue Mosque, Haghia Sofia and Topkapi Palace are). The streets are labyrinthine but the maps are accurate so we had no trouble finding our way around. At every location, the book gives excellent descriptions and the cut-away illustrations just add to the detail. In particular, we found the suggested walking routes very useful.
I highly recommend this book, but it wold be a good idea to read most of it before you go so that you can really look at the place as well as reading about it. The city is fantastic - I'm obsessed with the place now - nad intend to go back several times, armed with this book.
Some tips -
Our first problem was getting from the airport, as everything seems very vague. We ended up getting the bus into town and then a taxi to our hotel (he got lost!), but on the way back we took the airport shuttle from our hotel. In a city like this, USE THE AIRPORT SHUTTLE BOTH WAYS! Expedia give you the option, I'll definitely tick that box next time.
Take plenty of money - food is quite cheap but entries into places soon mount up. They aren't expenseive - 10 lira is about £4.50 ish, but you might pay four or five fares in a day, which quickly eats at your funds.
If you're shopping, only accept tea where you actually want to buy something (they're offended if you refuse tea, but even more offended if you drink it without buying anything), and HAGGLE all you can :-)
Have a great time!
We stayed primarily within the historic neighbourhood of Eminonu (where the Blue Mosque, Haghia Sofia and Topkapi Palace are). The streets are labyrinthine but the maps are accurate so we had no trouble finding our way around. At every location, the book gives excellent descriptions and the cut-away illustrations just add to the detail. In particular, we found the suggested walking routes very useful.
I highly recommend this book, but it wold be a good idea to read most of it before you go so that you can really look at the place as well as reading about it. The city is fantastic - I'm obsessed with the place now - nad intend to go back several times, armed with this book.
Some tips -
Our first problem was getting from the airport, as everything seems very vague. We ended up getting the bus into town and then a taxi to our hotel (he got lost!), but on the way back we took the airport shuttle from our hotel. In a city like this, USE THE AIRPORT SHUTTLE BOTH WAYS! Expedia give you the option, I'll definitely tick that box next time.
Take plenty of money - food is quite cheap but entries into places soon mount up. They aren't expenseive - 10 lira is about £4.50 ish, but you might pay four or five fares in a day, which quickly eats at your funds.
If you're shopping, only accept tea where you actually want to buy something (they're offended if you refuse tea, but even more offended if you drink it without buying anything), and HAGGLE all you can :-)
Have a great time!
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I used this award-winning book in preparation for a one-week trip to Istanbul with a tour group. I also found it extremely useful to give context to the sights I was visiting once I was actually there.
I find Dorling Kindersley Eyewitness guidebooks to be in a league of their own when it comes to visual depictions of the sights. The full colour pictures really made Istanbul come alive. And the tourist and historical information was also very informative.
As the group accommodation was already booked, I did not need to use that section of the book, but I can wholeheartedly recommend the rest. Young and independent travellers might prefer Lonely Planet or Rough Guide for more in-depth coverage of budget accommodation.
I find Dorling Kindersley Eyewitness guidebooks to be in a league of their own when it comes to visual depictions of the sights. The full colour pictures really made Istanbul come alive. And the tourist and historical information was also very informative.
As the group accommodation was already booked, I did not need to use that section of the book, but I can wholeheartedly recommend the rest. Young and independent travellers might prefer Lonely Planet or Rough Guide for more in-depth coverage of budget accommodation.
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Glossy but short on substance
I bought this in April 2012 because it was the most recently updated of the Istanbul guidebooks. Lots of colourful illustrations and diagrams and a high standard of finish make it... Read more
Published 9 days ago by R. A. Somogyi
Great Book
Great book. I usually buy travel guides from the DK Eyewitness series. I like the excellent street plans and illustrations, although a few pictures do seem pointless. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mr. D. G. Mallows
TRAVEL GUIDE
Very comprehensive guide to Istanbul which is beautifully illustrated throughout and even has a pull-out laminated map of the city centre. Read more
Published 1 month ago by dhm
All you need to guide you around Istanbul
I followed recommendations and bought this guide. I am more than pleased with it and, not only do I feel that I am as well informed as I wished to be for my up coming visit to... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Pushkin
Pretty good guide - better than the Top 10
Bought both the Top 10 Istanbul and this, the meatier regular one.
For a city with as much history and as many sites I would recommend this one over the Top 10 as it gives... Read more
For a city with as much history and as many sites I would recommend this one over the Top 10 as it gives... Read more
Published 2 months ago by DaisyBelle
Very useful!
Very useful guide: I used it during my trip to Istanbul, and I never needed additional information.
Excellent book, very recommanded!
Excellent book, very recommanded!
Published 4 months ago by Lethe
Clear and informative
Although I havn't used this guide in Istanbul as yet I have found it a good read and it has given me a really thorough taste of what's in store and how to go about the trip. Read more
Published 4 months ago by brightonchris
Classic
I always buy D&K travel guides. So not much to say here just that is one of the best in the market in my opinion with not a huge amound of info to make me bored but enough to make... Read more
Published 4 months ago by rigas_k
excellent
i was concerned as this was a book for a present and as it was secondhand, but it was brilliant wouldnt have known it wasnt new and what a saving. Read more
Published 4 months ago by harper 44
Excellent guide book
I purchased this Istanbul guide book shortly before visiting the city last month. This was our first time in the city and the guide proved to be extremely useful in helping us... Read more
Published 6 months ago by bramhallram
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