Istanbul is a thriving city of 15 million and sprawling. Each of the dozens of neighborhoods have their own character and vibe. Galata, the neighborhood that Bada Bing calls home, is an up-and-coming area that gives travelers the best of both worlds: reasonable prices and a central location that inspires effortless travel to Istanbul’s most worthy destinations.

Bada Bing’s strategic locale is within walking distance of the real, modern, buzzing district of Taksim, and the awe-inspiring historical district of Sultanahmet. But if you want to sleep away from the overwhelm of Taksim’s nightlife and Sultanahmet’s hiked-up tourist prices, Bada Bing’s neighborhood is right for you.

Wherever you choose to go on a given day, your journey will start in the heart of Istanbul.