Old City Travel Guide
Istanbul
Popular places to visit
Hagia Sophia
Hagia Sophia is a popular museum in Istanbul with a story of its own. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral.
Blue Mosque
Find out about the history of Blue Mosque, one of the top monuments in Istanbul. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its seaside.
Sultanahmet Square
Find out about the history of Sultanahmet Square, one of the top monuments in Istanbul. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
Grand Bazaar
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Grand Bazaar, a popular shopping spot in Istanbul. Add the area's notable monuments or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
Topkapi Palace
Topkapi Palace is a popular museum in Istanbul with a rich history. Add the area's stunning cathedral or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Eminönü Square
Learn about the local history of Istanbul with a stop at Eminönü Square. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Top hotels in Old City
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Clean rooms first room seemed small then expected however my second night it was bigger great staff great hotel location is so close to everything Burhan manager is great
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
They would not allow me to cancel my reservation after my flights through Dubai were cancelled. I had no way of getting there and requested a credit for future stay. They said no I just took my money. Thieves.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
The Lola Hotel
They tell you something and show you something. Please don't believe them. They have very bad staff.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul
Hotel was nice but the desk staff was pushing us to book tours through them. Really pushing hard making it uncomfortable.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Seven Hills Palace & Spa
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Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Fer Hotel
Great breakfast. Nobody should walk away disappointed.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old City
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.
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
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.
Istanbul City Center
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Istanbul City Center. Check out top attractions like Galata Tower and Blue Mosque, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.
Beyoğlu
Enjoy the popular shops in Beyoğlu. Galata Tower is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Tophane Station to see more of Istanbul.
