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Children Fun Places in Istanbul

Except for historical places, would you like to discover entertainment places that your children will love in Istanbul? Istanbul is one of Turkey's most fascinating cities. It reflects the true essence of Turkish culture with its architecture, cuisine and lifestyle.

Ekim Erkan
Ekim Erkan
April 26, 2022 • 3 min
Children Fun Places in Istanbul


Istanbul has great advantages in many aspects. The city, which has made a name in the entertainment industry, has many places suitable for all ages and categories. If it's a family vacation you are planning, Istanbul can be the perfect choice for everyone, especially children.


Sea Life Aquarium


Istanbul Sea Life Aquarium is located in Bayrampaşa in the Istanbul Forum shopping center. It is the largest aquarium in both Istanbul and turkey. It has become one of the largest aquariums in the world with its 8 thousand square meter area and 80 meters of glass underwater tunnel. The Sea Life Aquarium gives its young guests the opportunity to show off their creativity through workshops. There are thousands of sea creatures in it. If you have not had the underwater aquarium experience for your children before, you can offer them the opportunity to introduce these marine creatures.


Jungle Park


Istanbul Jungle park, the first in Turkey, is a themed zoo. This park contains rare species of animals in Turkey. Interesting animals are housed in terrariums made of durable and safe materials. 


Giant snakes, big spiders, monkeys, colorful frogs, crocodiles, tropical fish, sharks and exotic birds in the tunnel aquarium; Jungle invites children on a fantastic journey through the colorful world of Istanbul. Moreover, Safari, Jungle Park Istanbul and Dungeon are very close to each other. You can do all three!


 


Museum of Illusions Istanbul


Istanbul Illusion Museum offers you an interactive and fun journey with illusions. Come with your children to the magnificent world of illusions that will make you question your belief in your senses and discover this place that will truly astonish you. Infinity room, Ames room, tunnel and upside down house are some of the illusion rooms that you can experience in Museum of Illusions Istanbul. Nothing is as it seems, especially here!Skyride 4D Simulation


You can explore many places with your family thanks to the magnificent skyride 4d simulation in the sapphire tower, the tallest building in Istanbul. Thanks to the helicopter moving from the Observation Terrace with this virtual experience, Istanbul Strait, Hagia Sophia and many more places await you.


Flyzone


Flyzone, consisting of trampolines and amusement tracks, is located in the Mall of Istanbul. Flyzone offers different track areas suitable for children, teenagers and adults under the supervision of their parents and coaches. It consists of tracks that will make your children feel the fun to the fullest. Many tracks such as Challenge Bridge, Skyfall, Trapeze allow you to have a pleasant time with your family.

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