The Madame Tussauds Museum, located on Istiklal Street in the Beyoğlu district of Istanbul, is the 21st branch of the famous wax museum found in many cities around the world. Opened in 2016, the museum displays approximately 60 wax figures, including prominent figures from Turkish and world history, singers, actors, athletes, politicians and scientists. Among the famous figures you can see at the museum are Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, Sultan Süleyman the Magnificent, Mevlana, Fatih Sultan Mehmet, Madonna, Brad Pitt, and Leonardo DiCaprio. The exhibition, which offers its visitors a unique experience by allowing them to take photos with wax figures of famous names they may never meet in real life, is a great entertainment and cultural activity. The museum is open every day of the week between 10:00 and 20:00 and the visit takes approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour. It is also located very close to Taksim Square.

Basilica Cistern, also known as "Yerebatan Sarnıcı" (Sunken Cistern) or "Yerebatan Sarayı" (Sunken Palace), is a Byzantine cistern with a majestic atmosphere located in the Sultanahmet area of Istanbul. Built by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I in the 6th century, the Basilica Cistern is the largest covered cistern in Istanbul. The cistern is located very close to Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia. In the past, the Ottoman Empire maintained the Cistern, which provided water to Topkapi Palace where the Ottoman Sultans lived for 400 years. The Basilica Cistern, also used for scenes in the famous James Bond film "From Russia with Love", is a unique structure with its mysterious atmosphere. The cistern is supported by a total of 336 columns, each 9 meters high. Two of these columns carry Medusa's head at their base. The Basilica Cistern is a mysterious and impressive structure that takes visitors on a historical and atmospheric journey into the underground of Istanbul. It is a unique visit spot that is definitely worth exploring during your Istanbul trip.

Located in the heart of Istanbul, the Spice Bazaar (Mısır Çarşısı) is a covered market that has preserved both its historical value and commercial activity from the Ottoman period to the present day. This colorful market was built in the 17th century as part of the Yeni Valide Mosque complex, and has been a vibrant trading center since the day it was built. Also known as the Egyptian Bazaar, this place is one of the oldest covered markets in Istanbul. The L-shaped Spice Bazaar is full of colorful shops selling spices, dried fruits, nuts, traditional Turkish delight and sweets, teas, oils, and souvenirs. The most striking feature of the Spice Bazaar is the combination of fragrances spreading from the spice shops. The market has 88 shops under its large domed roof. This authentic shopping center is smaller than the Grand Bazaar and is a perfect stop for those who want to experience the essence of Istanbul in a shorter time. It is a popular destination for both local and international tourists with its rich aromas and historical atmosphere. For those who want to shop locally in Istanbul, this market is one of the top places to visit.