Istanbul City Center
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
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Top hotels in Istanbul City Center
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Staff was very helpful and friendly
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Divan Istanbul
This was one of two hotels, and Divan was my favorite. The staff was extremely present and friendly. The room was very clean, comfortable bed, the furniture looked perfect with no scratches or tears. The entire place smelled great along with the towels and bedding. I highly recommend this hotel for ...
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
InterContinental Istanbul by IHG
We didn’t have breakfast. Our flight our early
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul
The best hotel for me ❤️
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
The room was excellent. I can’t say enough about the staff. We were Century located near everything within walking distance. We had to stay there two different times and they made us feel very welcome right at home if I ever go back to Turkey, I definitely will stay there again
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Titanic City Taksim
- clean room, staff, is very nice
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Istanbul City Center
Fatih
Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Blue Mosque is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Yusufpasa Station to see more of Istanbul.
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.
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.
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.
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Istanbul City Center
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- Taksim Square
- Blue Mosque
- Hagia Sophia
- Grand Bazaar
- Galata Tower
- Topkapi Palace
- Sultanahmet Square
- Istiklal Avenue
- Basilica Cistern
- Pera Palace Hotel
- Süleymaniye Mosque
- Gülhane Park
- Beyazit Square
- Galata Bridge
- Turkish and Islamic Art Museum
- Yenikapi Ferry Terminal
- Eminonu Pier
- Acibadem Taksim Hospital
- Tomb of Sultan Ahmet I
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