Don't Visit Istanbul Until You Watch This (2026)

If you are planning to travel to Istanbul, Turkey, this Istanbul travel vlog covers everything from the Grand Bazaar to local Turkish street food and taking the ferry to the Asian Side. Our first time in Istanbul was an absolute sensory overload, and we were completely unprepared for the massive crowds, the vibrant culture, and the endless maze of the Grand Bazaar. This video is an honest look at what it actually feels like to land in Turkey and immediately dive into the beautiful chaos of the city. We quickly learned that the best way to experience the city is through the incredible Istanbul street food and the legendary hospitality of the locals. From getting a traditional Turkish haircut to tasting underground pit lamb and taking a $1 ferry to the Asian side of Istanbul, we tried it all. Even though we made a few hilarious mistakes navigating the markets, exploring the best things to do in Turkey turned out to be an unforgettable adventure. Vlog 23 If you want to continue following our journey from the beginning CLICK HERE    • Watch From The Start!   💖FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS Instagram:   / brandi.and.roy   TikTok:   / brandi.and.roy   Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:36 Checking Into Our $27 Istanbul Hotel 01:40 First Dinner 03:04 Exploring the Massive Grand Bazaar 05:53 Our First Taste of Real Turkish Street Food 7:50 Getting a Traditional Turkish Haircut 08:43 Hagia Sophia and The Blue Mosque 11:45 Tasting the Famous Underground Pit Lamb 13:06 İstiklal and Taksim Square 13:55 The Legendary Istanbul Wet Burger Review 14:34 Our Secret for Finding Cheap Baklava 15:37 Brandi’s Good Luck 17:02 Your Favorite Meal 20:03 Crossing Continents to the Asian Side 24:54 The Classic Turkish Ice Cream Trick #istanbul #turkeytravel #istanbulstreetfood #brandiandroy