With kids · Istanbul itinerary
Istanbul with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary
Istanbul is fun for families, with boats, bazaars and underground wonders. Here is how to spend a family trip in Istanbul — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours and a Princes’ Islands day trip to book.
At a glance
- 1Bosphorus boat ride
- 2Basilica Cistern
- 3Grand Bazaar treasures
- 4Princes’ Islands
Boats and the cistern
Take a Bosphorus boat ride between two continents, then explore the eerie Basilica Cistern.
Bazaar adventures
Hunt for treasures and sweets in the Grand and Spice Bazaars, tasting Turkish delight.
A car-free island
Day-trip to the Princes’ Islands for bikes, carts and a seaside escape.
Book the experiences in this itinerary
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