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This travel guide to Istanbul enables travellers to travel the way they want to. Information is provided on where to eat, sleep and shop and an itineraries chapter allows the traveller to plan their... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1741044928
ISBN13:9781741044928
Release Date:May 2007
Publisher:Lonely Planet
Length:168 Pages
Weight:0.37 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 6.6" x 5.8"
Customer Reviews
4 ratings
quick guide to IstanbulI
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
I really liked reading the ideas that the locals have for some offbeat sightseeing, also liked the basic instructions for the hamams (which I'd love to do, but need instructions like this in order to feel comfortable enough to try.) I also liked the locals ideas regarding the best place to try for lokum, art, dining, etc.
A favourite guide for a favourite city
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
I love Istanbul, having lived there in the early 1990s. In 2005 I made my first return visit since then, and although I feel confident I know the city well, much has changed. This guide contained information which locals I stayed with weren't aware of, particularly public transport info. My main criticism of LP books is that the maps are pretty useless, and this is once again the case. You really need to get a separate map f you are going to venture beyond the really well trodden path. (There are a couple of bookshops on Istiklal Cadessi that sell good maps). I found the tone of the book suited me - it is enthusiastic about an amazing city, and the author certainly knows the place well. I don;t usually follow guide book suggestions for places to eat, preferring to discover those on my own. I am gald I allowed Maxwell to lead me to a couple of cafes and bars, however, as they were excellent. I recommend this book for both the novice and experienced traveller to the city (which I don;t with all LP City Guides - some, like Paris, I think reather too basic for the experienced visitor to that city).
Nice book, Great City
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
I am going back to Istanbul and Turkey for the fourth time. I am buying a copy of this after seeing the library copy. Istanbul is fun! and this will help with a few details, like the ferry's up the Bospherus. Ignore the review saying Istanbul is not a cool place to go.
Lonely Planet Istanbul
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
This guide is loaded with information about Istanbul. I have found it very useful in planning my trip. i had at first bought another istanbul guide and found it to be really lacking in substance. Mostly pictures, not much text, lots of platitudes designed to dazzle you, and made of heavy paper that is a drag to carry around. the lonely planet guide is lightweight, informative, good maps, and enough pictures to satisfy.
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