20 things you should not do when visiting Istanbu

São Paulo - Istanbul, Turkey, always appears among the world's top travel destinations. This year, according to TripAdvisor survey, the city was in the second position of the list, losing only to London.

Visiting the city is to soak in culture, good food and lots of fun. Tourists who have gone there be guarantees an unforgettable trip. Some even give tips on how to best enjoy the days in Istanbul.

With the help of TripAdvisor, site users listed 20 things you should not do there. See the following suggestions:

1. Do not go with your passport. Istanbul is a relatively safe city, but there are pickpockets. His RG is more than enough for almost everything.

2. Do not forget to bargain with vendors in tourist spots, as they tend to increase the price according to what you are wearing.

3. Do not forget to tip 10%. If you are happy with the service, feel free to give a little more.

4. Be sure to try and Turkish Simit tea on any street. Taste the cuisine and Turkish coffee. Choose restaurants where the locals eat.

5. Do not forget to buy a Istanbulkart to use public transport and Museum Pass to visit museums.

6. Do not be ashamed to speak some Turkish words to experience the local hospitality.

7. Spend a day at the Grand Bazaar and Spice Market, but do not forget to bargain before buying anything there.

8. Be sure to enjoy a Turkish bath.

9. Allow yourself to take a day to visit the Bosphorus and the Adalar Islands. Are tours that can not miss.

10. Be sure to try the baklavas and teas. Hafiz Mustafa is the best place for it. Arrive early to avoid lines, but know that the place is usually full at any time of day.

11. Forget the taxi. The easiest way to get to Istanbul is taking the Havatas bus at the airport. They are available in two airports: Atartuk and Sabiha Gokcen.

12. The vibrant city of Istanbul can be seen in the Sultanahmet district, especially in the Grand Bazaar. Be sure to go there too.

13. When entering the Blue Mosque and Ayasofya, keep silent as both still work as normal mosques.

14. Appreciators seafood can not fail to experience the fresh Pier Eminou options. Many ships depart this pier, especially the famous Sehir Hatlari, sailing the Bosphorus sea for quite affordable.

15. For a complete, 360 ° view of Istanbul, Galata Tower is the place you can not miss the trip itinerary. It's a long walk to get there, but there is an elevator in the tower and you will reach the top in seconds.

16. The experience of Istanbul will never be complete if you do not visit the Grand Bazaar. The place is huge, so be aware of your surroundings to not get lost. You can buy absolutely anything from Turkish chandeliers and souvenirs, the spices, herbs and products for the home. You can spend all day in this market.

17. When visiting mosques, do not forget to take off your shoes. They should be left outside and women should wear shawls to cover arms and s head.

18. Always take taxis at the hotel and do not forget to make sure that they are connected to the meter.

19. Be sure to visit Istanbul in the summer. The weather in winter is very cold and most parks and gardens are covered with snow, so you can not enjoy them.

20. When visiting the Basilica Cistern, do not forget to take good flashes, as some parts are quite dark. Get there early, as the queues are long and the attraction is not included in the Museum Pass.
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