Pera Travel Guide
Istanbul





Popular places to visit

Pera Palace Hotel
Learn about the local history of Istanbul when you spend time at Pera Palace Hotel. Stroll along the 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.

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.

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.

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 Pera

The Marmara Pera
Great location, good breakfast, great views of the bay
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Pera Palace Hotel
Beautiful hotel! (small room)
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Rixos Pera Istanbul
Clean room, lovely staff
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Incredible staff
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Recital Hotel
Room is basic but meet the needs. Staff is very helpful
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
Great location, nice hotel! I will definitely stay there again. And the breakfast - great!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pera

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.

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.

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.

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 Grand Bazaar.

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 Taksim Square and Grand Bazaar, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.
