Istanbul City Center
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.
Grand Bazaar
Visit one of the biggest and oldest covered markets in the world, a real taste (and smell and sound!) of the diversity that Turkey has to offer.
Blue Mosque
Named for its dazzling interior covered in blue tiles, this is a hub of Istanbul's religious life.
Galata Tower
Standing for over 650 years, this imposing cylindrical lookout point continues to offer special views over the city of Istanbul.
Hagia Sophia
A world famous monument to the ever-changing history of Istanbul, and one of the largest churches in the world.
Topkapi Palace
Stately home to the Ottoman sultans for almost 400 years with an array of Turkish design and foreign art.
Things to do
Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar - Half-Day Small Group Tour
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide
Monuments of Ottoman Empire Tour - Skip the Line Tickets
Istanbul Turkish Bath in Ottoman Style at Hammam with Drinks
Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on the Asian Side - (Morning or Afternoon)
Istanbul Must See:Hagia Sophia Bluemosqu Topkapı Basilica Cistern Bosphorus Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Istanbul City Center
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.
Eminönü
Known for its breathtaking beach views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Eminönü. Check out top attractions like Grand Bazaar and Bosphorus, and jump on the metro at Eminonu Station or Beyazit Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
Old City
Enjoy the popular shops in Old City. Grand Bazaar is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Cemberlitas Station or Sultanahmet Station to see more of Istanbul.
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- Taksim Square
- Grand Bazaar
- Blue Mosque
- Galata Tower
- Hagia Sophia
- Topkapi Palace
- Sultanahmet Square
- Istiklal Avenue
- Basilica Cistern
- Süleymaniye Mosque
- Pera Palace Hotel
- Gülhane Park
- Galata Bridge
- Yenikapi Ferry Terminal
- Beyazit Square
- Turkish and Islamic Art Museum
- Eminonu Pier
- Acibadem Taksim Hospital
- Istanbul Buyuksehir Belediyesi Kultur sanat Hizmetleri
- Tomb of Sultan Ahmet I
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