Sultanahmet Square

Scenic fountain at the Sultanahmet Square and the Hagia Sophia
Scenic fountain at the Sultanahmet Square and the Hagia Sophia
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#Adventure The Obelisk of Theodosius (Turkish: Dikilitaş) is the Ancient Egyptian obelisk of Pharaoh Thutmose III re-erected in the Hippodrome of Constantinople (Sultanahmet Meydanı, in Istanbul, Turkey) by the Roman emperor Theodosius I in the 4th century AD.
Sultanahmet Square

Tours & day trips

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Bosphorus Explorer: 3-Hour Cruise with Asian Side Visit

Bosphorus Explorer: 3-Hour Cruise with Asian Side Visit

Activity duration is 4 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 26 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 47 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour

Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour

Activity duration is 21 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 41 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 784 per traveller*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

Activity duration is 3 hours
7.4 out of 10 with 8 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 91 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Pool in Taksim

Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Pool in Taksim

Activity duration is 50 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 211 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Daily Trip to Pamukkale National Park, Hierapolis Ancient City Including Lu...

Daily Trip to Pamukkale National Park, Hierapolis Ancient City Including Lu...

Activity duration is 16 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 939 per adult*
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Reviews of Sultanahmet Square

4.5
Top destination
5 - Excellent
320
5 - Excellent 58%
4 - Good
193
4 - Good 35%
3 - Okay
30
3 - Okay 5%
2 - Disappointing
4
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

George

Visit Sultan Ahmad and Camlica Camii for the best of Istanbul

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

There is free wifi available in the square, create a login free and quick.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Watch out for the stalls selling hot chestnuts and sweet corn, really great. Wonderful atmosphere and great places to eat and relax

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Traveling is very good by tram and cheap to travel

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Very busy. Do not waste money on private tours

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Arrive with low value banknotes. Familiarise yourself with the Istanbulcard system prior to arrival.

Popular places to visit

The Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum, Istanbul

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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

Turkish and Islamic Art Museum
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Ibrahim Pasha Palace

After visiting Ibrahim Pasha Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Istanbul. Discover the area's charming cafes and its fascinating museums.

Ibrahim Pasha Palace
Blue Mosque featuring heritage architecture, religious aspects and a mosque

Blue Mosque

Named for its dazzling interior covered in blue tiles, this is a hub of Istanbul's religious life.

Blue Mosque
Fountain gift from germans to ottoman sultan.

German Fountain

You can find out about the history of Istanbul with a stop at German Fountain. Stroll along the seaside or visit the notable monuments in the area.

German Fountain

Walled Obelisk

You can learn about the history of Istanbul when you stop by Walled Obelisk. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral.

Walled Obelisk

Serpent Column

Find out about the history of Istanbul when you take a trip to Serpent Column. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.

Serpent Column

Top Sultanahmet Square Hotel Deals

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Piyer Loti Cad No:7 Istanbul Istanbul
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Sultanahmet Mahallesi Kadi Cikmazi Sok. Istanbul
Seven Hills Palace & Spa
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

4 out of 5
Dr. Imran Oktem Cad. No:1 Istanbul
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

Cankurtaran Mh. Istanbul Istanbul
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
AJWA Sultanahmet

AJWA Sultanahmet

5 out of 5
Emin Sinan Mah Piyerloti Cad No: 30 Istanbul
AJWA Sultanahmet
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel

Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel

Divanyolu Cd. Alemdar Mah. Istanbul Istanbul
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel
Hotel Amira Istanbul

Hotel Amira Istanbul

Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi Mustafa Istanbul Istanbul
Hotel Amira Istanbul
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class

Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class

Sultanahmet mah. Torun Sokak, No:19 Istanbul Istanbul
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class
Recital Hotel

Recital Hotel

3 out of 5
Binbirdirek Mah., Piyerloti Caddesi 21 Istanbul
Recital Hotel
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