Guide to Literary Istanbul

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When to Go

Mild, drier weather in the spring and fall seasons make those the best times to visit.

Getting There

American Airlines and Delta fly nonstop to Istanbul from New York's JFK airport.

Where to Stay

Bebek Hotel Doubles from $333, including breakfast.

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet

An ideal location, five minutes from major monuments and the Old City. Doubles from $420.

Cafés and Bookstores

Fez Café 62 Halicilar Caddesi, Grand Bazaar; 90-212/527-3684; lunch for two $26.

Robinson Crusoe Books 389 Istiklal Caddesi, Beyoglu; 90-212/293-6968.

Homer Kitabevi Books 12/A Yeni Carsi Caddesi, Galatasaray; 90-212/249-5902.

What to See

Bogaziçi University Bebek; 90-212/359-5400.

Rumeli Hisari

42 Yahya Kemal Caddesi; 90-212/263-5305.

Topkapi Palace Sultanahmet, Eminönü; 90-212/512-0480.

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