And if you feel it's time for some rest and relaxation head to the beach, nearby Glyfada is a favourite, or book yourself into one of the city's many spas and try out a traditional Greek hammam.
As director of this year's Istanbul Biennial, Carolyn Christov - Bakargiev staged art around the city in such unconventional venues as a former hammam, hotel rooms and, pictured here, a former Greek primary school.