Istanbul City Center Travel Guide

Istanbul

Istanbul City Center
Hagia Sophia featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and a city
Basilica Cistern showing religious aspects, interior views and a church or cathedral
Galata Tower featuring a ferry, skyline and a river or creek
Hagia Sophia which includes interior views, views and religious elements

Popular places to visit

Taksim Square

Taksim Square

4/5(599 reviews)

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.

Taksim Square
Blue Mosque featuring heritage architecture, a mosque and religious aspects

Blue Mosque

4.5/5(685 reviews)

Find out about the history of Blue Mosque, one of the top monuments in Istanbul. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its seaside.

Blue Mosque
Hagia Sophia

Hagia Sophia

4.5/5(625 reviews)

Hagia Sophia is a popular museum in Istanbul with a story of its own. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.

Hagia Sophia
Grand Bazaar

Grand Bazaar

4.5/5(691 reviews)

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.

Grand Bazaar
Galata Tower

Galata Tower

4/5(437 reviews)

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 stunning cathedral in the area.

Galata Tower
Topkapi Palace

Topkapi Palace

4.5/5(554 reviews)

Topkapi Palace is a popular museum in Istanbul with a rich history. Add the area's notable monuments or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.

Topkapi Palace

Top hotels in Istanbul City Center

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

5 out of 5
Suzer Plaza, Askerocagi Caddesi, No:6, Elmadag/Sisli, Istanbul
The price is 7.805.016 ₫ per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
7.805.016 ₫
8.741.618 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"It was lovely, the location was great too"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Divan Istanbul

Divan Istanbul

5 out of 5
Asker Ocagi Cd. No:1, Taksim, Sisli, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is 4.899.152 ₫ per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
4.899.152 ₫
5.487.050 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"There are multiple but the most enjoyable were the location and breakfast..!"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Divan Istanbul
InterContinental Istanbul by IHG

InterContinental Istanbul by IHG

5 out of 5
Asker Ocagi Cad No: 1 Taksim, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is 4.460.009 ₫ per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
4.460.009 ₫
5.168.655 ₫ total
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
"Great service and very nice hotel"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

InterContinental Istanbul by IHG
The Marmara Taksim

The Marmara Taksim

5 out of 5
Taksim Square, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is 5.254.227 ₫ per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
5.254.227 ₫
5.884.735 ₫ total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Fantastic stay as always… staff always happy to help and go beyond expectations. Special mention to Mr Hasan, Mehmet and Aysun at breakfast who always looked after our every need. Thanks again."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

The Marmara Taksim
CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul

CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul

5 out of 5
Gümüssuyu Mah. Inönü Cad. No:8, Istanbul, Istanbul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Totaly satisfied honestly"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

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Pera Palace Hotel

Pera Palace Hotel

Mesrutiyet Cad. No. 52, Tepebasi Beyoglu, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is 6.917.970 ₫ per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
6.917.970 ₫
8.135.800 ₫ total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"This was possibly the most enjoyable hotel stay we've ever had and, at age 65, we've stayed in many hotels. The staff here was unparralled. The hotel is supremely well run and their careful attention to detail is very evident in everything from the decor, food, drinks and cocktails, service, and ..."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Pera Palace Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Istanbul City Center

Istanbul which includes a city, a marina and a sunset

Fatih

4.5/5(1,512 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Blue Mosque is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Yusufpasa Station to see more of Istanbul.

Fatih
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Eminönü

Known for its breathtaking beach views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Eminönü. Check out top attractions like Grand Bazaar and Eminönü Square, and jump on the metro at Eminonu Station or Beyazit Station to see more of the city.

Eminönü
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Sirkeci

Travellers choose Sirkeci for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sirkeci Station or Eminonu Station and check out top sights like Topkapi Palace.

Sirkeci
Galata Tower featuring cruising, general coastal views and a city

Galata

Travellers choose Galata for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Karakoy Tünel Station and check out top sights like Galata Tower.

Galata
Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry

Karaköy

Spend some time visiting places like Galata Tower while getting to know Karaköy, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Karakoy Station or Karakoy Tünel Station to see more of the area.

Karaköy
Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry

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.

Beyoğlu

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