Beşiktaş Travel Guide
Istanbul





Popular places to visit

Dolmabahçe Palace
After visiting Dolmabahçe Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Istanbul. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its seaside.

Ciragan Palace
You can learn about the history of Istanbul when you stop by Ciragan Palace. Discover the area's fascinating museums and stunning cathedral.

Tupras Stadium
Catch an event at Tupras Stadium during your trip to Istanbul. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.

Ortaköy Mosque
After visiting Ortaköy Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Istanbul. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

Yildiz
You can find out about the history of Istanbul with a visit to Yildiz. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Yildiz Park
After visiting Yildiz Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Istanbul. Stroll along the seaside or visit the notable monuments in the area.
Top hotels in Beşiktaş

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Amazing view, clean room, very friendly staff at Sabrosa restaurant for breakfast, good hamam experience too. We travelled as a family. Highly recommend. Walking distance to Dolmabahche palace and Bektisas.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Çırağan Hotel Bosphorus
Price performance
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus
Bülent karaagac is great host
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Ciragan Palace Kempinski
Best hotel in Istanbul!
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Le Meridien Istanbul Etiler
It was amazing except for the washroom. I would give it 3.5 out of 5. There was mold on the sides of the floor
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Melas Hotel Istanbul
Good
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Beşiktaş

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. Camlica Hill and Adile Sultan Pavilion 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.

Maslak
Well liked for its restaurants and parks, Maslak is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Belgrad Forest and Parkorman, and jump on the metro at Ataturk Oto Sanayi Station to get around the city.

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.
