Istanbul is one of the oldest cities in the world, with hundreds of amazing things to see, do and experience. Here, we have selected five of the best to help you make the most of your trip Istanbul.1. Taste the cuisine localeBien course the first thing you want to do after their long journey to Istanbul is filled with fantastic local cuisine, and what better place to start than with a Turkish kebab house. Spikes are typical foods of southeastern Turkey, and although you are familiar with the Western version, there's nothing like a true Turkish kebab. A traditional kebabs can be cooked over a flame or a grill, but if you prefer something in the form of a sandwich, look for a doner kebab - very thin slices of roast lamb in pita bread with vegetables and a delicious yogurt sauce garlic. Alternatively, fresh fish and seafood can be found in abundance in Istanbul. You can wash your meal with a selection of Turkish specialties - Raki is a distilled alcohol is established particularly close with anise and raisins (known to locals as milk "lion"!) And Turkish coffee for a real treat any coffee lover. Remember to drink slowly and do not drink the substance of mud on the bottom of the cup (these are the finely ground coffee beans), unless you really need a serious caffeine hit! 2. Shopping in the Greater BazarLors famous Grand Bazaar are some 4,000 sellers of their goods in several series of covered streets. Everything you want to buy in Istanbul in May is here, the gold and silver for carpets, shoes, boots, books, bags, food and more. And do not forget to bargain! Contrary to what you may be used, merchants at the Grand Bazaar are usually offended if you do not pay the price. And is expected to try to talk down, until finally an agreement was reached. If you are tired and leave, not surprised to hear the call after a trader with a better price juste.3. Bathrooms profit turcsQue prefer soaking, steam or massage, a stop at a Turkish bath can be a relaxing and wonderful. Just be sure to check the time of sex bath room. The sexes bathe separately according to specific hours for men or for women.4. View TopkapiLe Palace Topkapi Palace was the residence of the Ottoman sultans for almost 400 years. Here, besides the amazing architecture and gardens, you will see the swords and daggers, royal clothes, carpets, textiles, ceramics, jewelry, armor and many other wonderful treasures. Take a day to enjoy the splendor of art and architectural delights to be found in the palace Topkapi.5. Visit hippodromeL'Hippodrome in the 480 square next to the Sultan Ahmet Mosque, was built meters long by 117 meters wide and could hold 100,000 people. This huge amphitheater occupied a very important place in Byzantine life. In Roman times, the chariot races were held by the major social events. In Ottoman times, the Hippodrome hosted the game of polo, and circumcision ceremonies of the crown princes.