Taksim Travel Guide
Istanbul
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Tupras Stadium
Catch an event at Tupras Stadium during your trip to Istanbul. Stroll along the seaside or visit the stunning cathedral in the area.
St. Antoine Cathedral
Find out about the history of Istanbul when you take a trip to St. Antoine Cathedral. Discover the area's fascinating museums and stunning cathedral.
Dolmabahçe Mosque
Learn about the local history of Istanbul with a stop at Dolmabahçe Mosque. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its seaside.
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.
Top hotels in Taksim
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Great hotel, fine dining and spacious room make this one of the best hotels in Istanbul. Security seems a bit too much at first, but you get used to it.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul
good service
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Divan Istanbul
Clean room. Amazing staff
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Marmara Pera
Great location, good breakfast, great views of the bay
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Titanic City Taksim
G
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
InterContinental Istanbul by IHG
Beautiful view
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Taksim
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
