During your trip to Istanbul, don't forget to treat your taste buds to a cup of Turkish coffee. It will give you the feeling that your body is resting when you drink it. It's also associated with a popular Turkish expression called "tiredness coffee."

For an outdoor activity, you can take a ferry ride in the magical atmosphere of the nearby Bosphorus and feed some passing seagulls! These high-soaring birds, with their smooth dance, will be a delightful companion for your ride. Everyone who takes the ferry in Istanbul can experience this moment because almost every ferry ride during the day gets to witness seagulls following the ferries and competing for food. It is a joy to feed these creatures that are identified with ferries.

While on the cruise, feed some passing seagulls! The seagulls will grace you with their smooth dance, adding a delightful touch to your ride. Almost every daytime ferry ride in Istanbul offers the chance to witness seagulls following the ferries, eagerly competing for the food provided. Feeding these iconic ferry-associated creatures adds to the joy of the experience.

Look out for one of the region's rare flowers, tulips. This flower was brought to Anatolia by the Turks from its original homeland in the Pamir Mountains of Central Asia. After being brought from the Ottoman Empire to Dutch culture and art, it has shown its presence in this country both aesthetically and as a commercial product. The Turks tried to beautify the environment they lived in by building special promenades and cultivating flowers such as tulips, roses, and carnations.

One of the reasons why the tulip was so accepted by the Ottomans is that it covers all the letters in the word Allah (ﷲ) with Arabic letters. According to the "ebced" method based on the calculation of the numbers corresponding to the letters, "Allah" and "tulip" correspond to the same number.

Watch out for a rare flower—the tulip. Brought to Anatolia from the Pamir Mountains of Central Asia by the Turks, this flower has a rich history. After its introduction to Dutch culture and art from the Ottoman Empire, the tulip has made its presence known both aesthetically and commercially. The Turks, in their effort to enhance the beauty of their surroundings, developed special promenades and cultivated various flowers, including tulips, roses, and carnations.

One fascinating aspect that contributed to the acceptance of tulips by the Ottomans is its connection to the word Allah (ﷲ) in Arabic letters. According to the "ebced" method, a numerical system based on the calculation of numbers corresponding to letters, the word "Allah" and the word "tulip" share the same numerical value.

Located in Istanbul's old city, the Obelisk of Theodosius, an Egyptian obelisk, depicts Istanbul's beauty. Take time out to see this remarkable ancient monument, which is a 10-minute walk from the hotel. Check out its ancient carvings on its sides.

Located in Istanbul's old city, the Obelisk of Theodosius, an Egyptian obelisk, depicts Istanbul's beauty. Take time out to view this remarkable ancient monument. covered in hieroglyphic inscriptions on its side.

If you're looking to get to the top of the nearby Galata Tower, you can instead choose Galata Konak Cafe & Restaurant. This cafe is less than a five-minute walk from the hotel and has almost the same view as the Galata Tower. You can enjoy the unique Istanbul view while sipping your coffee or tea. It's worth noting that the popular Turkish TV series "Masumlar Apartmanı" is also filmed in this cafe.

If you don't want to wait in line to get to the top of Galata Tower, go to Galata Konak Cafe & Restaurant. It boasts nearly the same view as Galata Tower, and you can enjoy the sights while sipping your coffee or tea. Moreover, the popular Turkish TV series "Masumlar Apartmanı" is filmed in this cafe.

Galip Dede Caddesi in Galata is situated a short 10-minute walk from The Galata Istanbul Hotel MGallery. The street turns into a magical realm after sunset, and it is one of the popular Instagram points in Istanbul at night. Make sure to take a picture or post a reel of you walking by a cobblestone street with colorful and vibrant umbrellas floating above. You'll also be surrounded by the illuminated storefronts, providing a dreamlike atmosphere and the ideal spot for a romantic date.

If you're looking to explore nearby attractions, you can head to Aya Therapon Church in Sirkeci. It's just 2.2 km (1.37 mi) from the hotel. It is a Greek Orthodox church on the left side of the tram line going from Gülhane Park to Hagia Sophia. The church is only open on Mondays, and thousands of people pass by here every day, but no one notices it. The spring water flowing from the four fountains inside is said to be good for people with eye problems and mental depression. Here, after the priest reads for healing, people wash their hands and faces with the ayazma water, then light candles and wish their illnesses to be cured.

You can also take an 11-minute car drive to reach Yedikule Castle, famous for its dungeons. The castle dates back to 413 and was built by the Eastern Roman Emperor II, Theodosius, and completed in 439.

Famous people were held captive here, including Çandarlı Halil Pasha, Trabzon Greek Emperor David Komnenos, the last Abbasid Caliph IV, Mutevekkil, Crimean Khan Mehmet Giray, and Russian Ambassador Count Tolstoy. The Golden Gate, known as the Gilded Gate, is an entrance that has served for centuries to welcome emperors returning victorious from war.

In addition, this castle was built by the Ottoman Sultan II and stands on the place where Osman was killed.