Sultanahmet Travel Guide
Istanbul
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Popular places to visit
Hagia Sophia
Hagia Sophia is a popular museum in Istanbul with a story of its own. Discover the area's fascinating museums 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.
Basilica Cistern
Find out about the history of Istanbul when you spend time at Basilica Cistern. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Turkish and Islamic Art Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Turkish and Islamic Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Istanbul. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Column of Constantine
You can find out about the history of Istanbul with a trip to Column of Constantine. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its seaside.
Top hotels in Sultanahmet
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
The staff clean the room really fast and breakfast is really good. Hotel is very clean and staff at the hotel front desk is very respectful.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Great location, clean room, helpful staff
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul
It is a nice hotel right in the heart area of tourism.
Reviewed on 7 May 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
Seven Hills Palace & Spa
Hotel itself was mostly fine, but fell below expectations in the photos on Expedia. Our room was in the 'annexe', separate from the rest of the hotel, and with a corridor that opened onto the city street. This on several occasions was left unlocked which, along with the wonky lock on the door of ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Fer Hotel
We felt very welcom at Fer Hotel. The staff was amazing, and the service was very good. The rooms were spotless, and housekeeping was quick each day. The breakfast was amazing!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sultanahmet
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
