Istanbul City Center
Popular places to visit in Istanbul City Center
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.
Hagia Sophia
A world famous monument to the ever-changing history of Istanbul, and one of the largest churches in the world.
Galata Tower
Standing for over 650 years, this imposing cylindrical lookout point continues to offer special views over the city of Istanbul.
Topkapi Palace
Stately home to the Ottoman sultans for almost 400 years with an array of Turkish design and foreign art.
Galata Bridge
Walk across this historic bridge to spot famous Istanbul landmarks and watch the sunset from a bar full of Turkish men contemplating life while sharing a water pipe.
Top things to do in Istanbul City Center
Best of Istanbul: 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour
Monuments of Ottoman Empire Tour - Skip the Line Tickets
Small Group Tour: Essential Istanbul
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Other neighbourhoods around Istanbul City Center
Istanbul City Center
4/5Very Good!(122 area reviews)
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Istanbul City Center. Check out top attractions like The Egyptian Bazaar and Grand Bazaar, and jump on the metro at Laleli-University Station or Aksaray Station to see more of the city.
Laleli
Shopping, historical sites and seaside views are just a few things travellers like about Laleli. Sights like Sehzade Mosque and Laleli Mosque are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Istanbul area at Aksaray Tram Station.
Fatih
4.5/5Wonderful!(1,512 area reviews)
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
Seaside views interesting history and top sights from The Egyptian Bazaar to Galata Bridge – discover Eminönü, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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 The Egyptian Bazaar.
Galata
Travellers choose Galata for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Tunel Square Station or Karakoy Station and check out top sights like Galata Tower.
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