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Family trip to Istanbul with children. Ideas on where to go with your child
It is hard to find a more flamboyant oriental city than Istanbul. This amazing place is also perfect for a family vacation. Children will be fascinated with numerous interesting landmarks and entertainments, such as the Istanbul Toy Museum that is definitely recommended for a visit. This museum was open yet in 2005 by writer Sunay Akın. During 15 years, the writer was visiting different countries of the world and bringing interesting memorable souvenirs from every journey. He bought some toys in elite shops and found the others on antiquity markets. The collection exhibited in the museum can be safely called a unique one, so it will be certainly liked by kids.
Tatilya Entertainment Park is one of the best places for family holidays. The park occupies the fifth place in the list of largest parks in the world. Tatilya has enough space for as many as … 
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1. Before photographing local people, you should definitely ask them for permission. Remember you cannot make shots of women dressed in black capes. 2. When you enter a home or a mosque, … Open
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Istanbul Dolphinarium is a wonderful place where it’s easy to spend a whole day, see many exciting things, and enjoy some truly unforgettable moments. Every day, fascinating performances with wondrous sea creatures take place in the dolphinarium. Besides that, there is a swimming pool in the entertainment center, where visitors can swim with dolphins. To the service of guests, the dolphinarium has charming cafes and relaxation areas.
Walks on charming French Street, mastering the ancient art of smoking narghile, degustation of seafood under the Galata Bridge or on the roof of an old house – you will find all these and … Open
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When it comes to entertainment centers in Istanbul, it’s impossible to fail to mention Atlantis that is open in Cevahir shopping mall. Guests will find a great choice of rides and slides for children of all ages there. There are even special performances with animators for small children. Complete your visit with shopping in numerous children shops that can be found in Cevahir. 
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Istanbul and surroundings
Reference information
Map of all pret-parks
Amusement parks near Istanbul
♥ Amusement park 'Vialand' Istanbul, 6.9 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all oceanariums
Aquariums in Istanbul and nearby
♥ Aquarium 'TurkuaZoo' , 6.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Aquarium 'Istanbul Aquarium' , 15.1 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all zoos
Zoos and gardens in/near Istanbul
♥ Zoo 'Polonezköy Animal Park' Polonezköy, 23.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Zoo 'Darica Zoo' Istanbul, 42.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Zoo 'Soğanlı Zoo' Bursa, 89.3 km from the center. On the map
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Guide to sightseeing and entertainment for children in Istanbul - parks, attractions, museums, zoos, water-parks. All fascinating and educational sites of Istanbul, which are must visit and see for your child. Find out the best discovery routes and places for kids (local theaters, exhibitions and museums), where you can spend quality time together. Istanbul for families with children.
