Lose yourself in the crowds along one the world’s busiest streets, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere as you stroll down its 1.4-kilometre length from the Galata Tower to Taksim Square. Istiklal Street, which sees more than a million pedestrians a day, is the bustling the heart of Istanbul. It is home to many historical buildings from the late Ottoman period through Art Deco and Modernist architecture, which house everything from art galleries, restaurants, boutiques, theatres, and shops, to entertainment venues. Let’s take a break here, pop in to one of the local restaurants and cafes, and settle in for some world class people watching.