Sirkeci Travel Guide
Istanbul





Popular places to visit

Süleymaniye Mosque
Süleymaniye Mosque is just one of the places to see in Istanbul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or visit the stunning cathedral in the area.

Egyptian Bazaar
During your trip to Istanbul, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Egyptian Bazaar. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.

New Mosque
New Mosque is just one of the places to see in Istanbul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

Rustem Pasha Mosque
Rustem Pasha Mosque is just one of the places to see in Istanbul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its seaside.

İstanbul Museum of the History of Science & Technology in Islam
You can study the exhibits at İstanbul Museum of the History of Science & Technology in Islam, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Istanbul. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its seaside.

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.
Top hotels in Sirkeci

Demiray Hotel & Spa
Nice hotel. It was in an easy walking area. Clean and well maintained.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Legacy Ottoman Hotel
As soon as I booked, the hotel guest relations team reached out. I mentioned it was a short break to celebrate my wife’s birthday and requested a Bosporus view room. To my delight, we were given that dream room, even though it was normally a higher rate. The room was clean and tidy, well-maintained ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Golden Horn Bosphorus Hotel
Absolutely amazing stay Great location Great service Great room Great view I would like to thank Utan and Majid for being so amazingly hospitable
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
The hotel is overall great! The staff is incredible! The majority of the restaurants are 5 stars the Nobu restaurant is not anything close to the kind in Miami. It’s also without a doubt one of the worst sushi restaurants I have ever been to. It really needs to be replaced.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

Dedeman Bostancı
Yes
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Recital Hotel
Fantastic rooms and location.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sirkeci

Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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