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: Don't miss a dürüm (wrap) from Dürümzade in Beyoğlu or a simit (sesame bread ring) from a street vendor. Neighborhood Highlights

: The city's current "cool" neighborhood, packed with independent art galleries, third-wave coffee shops, and spectacular sunset views from the Moda seafront. Д°stanbul - Lonely Planet

: Buy this reloadable transit card immediately to save money and time on the city’s robust metro, tram, and ferry network. : Don't miss a dürüm (wrap) from Dürümzade

: Visit a traditional meyhane in Beyoğlu for rounds of rakı and meze, or try contemporary takes on Turkish soul food at Yeni Lokanta or Karaköy Lokantası . : Visit a traditional meyhane in Beyoğlu for

İstanbul , the legendary meeting place of Europe and Asia, is often described by Lonely Planet as a city with more top-drawer attractions than it has minarets. To experience the "Lonely Planet" version of this "magnificent, maddening city," you must dive into its layers of history, indulge in its communal food culture, and explore its distinct neighborhoods.