Baltalimanı Travel Guide
Istanbul
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Popular places to visit
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
You can find out about the history of Sariyer with a trip to Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums.
Taksim Square
You can learn about the local history of Istanbul during your trip to a well-known site such as Taksim Square. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums.
Blue Mosque
Find out about the history of Blue Mosque, one of the top monuments in Istanbul. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.
Hagia Sophia
Hagia Sophia is a popular museum in Istanbul with a story of its own. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Grand Bazaar
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Grand Bazaar, a popular shopping spot in Istanbul. Add the area's stunning cathedral or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Galata Tower
You can learn more about the history of Istanbul when you visit a top site such as Galata Tower. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
Top hotels in Baltalimanı
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Great hotel, fine dining and spacious room make this one of the best hotels in Istanbul. Security seems a bit too much at first, but you get used to it.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Recital Hotel
Brilliant hotel n no issues n reception very helpful
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Wyndham Grand Istanbul Kalamis Marina Hotel
Clean room, great location and staff. Nice NYE celebration. Only complaint is our room was very noisy first and last night of our stay.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Cityloft 161
Clean nice room
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Glorious Hotel
It was awesome. Adam was a real gentleman, so helpful. My whole family were happy and comfortable. Thank you Adam from the bottom of my heart.
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2022
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Yes very nice
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Baltalimanı
Beşiktaş
Spend some time visiting places like Bosphorus while getting to know Beşiktaş, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Nispetiye Station or Etiler Station to see more of the area.
Şişli
Travellers love Şişli for its popular shops, and you can see more of Istanbul by jumping on the metro at Sisli Station or Osmanbey Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Şişli Mosque and Bomontiada.
Nişantaşı
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Nişantaşı. Spend some time visiting top spots like Abdi Ipekci Street, and catch the metro at Maçka Cable Car Station or Taşkışla Cable Car Station to see more of the area.
Üsküdar
The seaside views and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Üsküdar. Bosphorus and Camlica Hill are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Altunizade Station or Bulgurlu Station to get around the larger area.
Taksim
Enjoy the popular shops in Taksim. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Taksim Station or Findikli Station to see more of Istanbul.
Beyoğlu
Enjoy the popular shops in Beyoğlu. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Tophane Station to see more of Istanbul.
