Marmara Region Travel Guide
Where to stay in Marmara Region
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Grand Bazaar – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Taksim
Enjoy the popular shops in Taksim. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Taksim Station or Findikli Station to see more of Istanbul.
Istanbul City Center
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Istanbul City Center. Check out top attractions like Grand Bazaar and Blue Mosque, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.
Kadıköy
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Kadıköy. Spend some time visiting top spots like Istanbul Toy Museum, and catch the metro at Bahariye Station or Acibadem Station to see more of the area.
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.
Beşiktaş
Spend some time visiting places like Zorlu Performing Arts Center while getting to know Beşiktaş, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Nispetiye Station or Etiler Station to see more of the area.
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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.
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.
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.
- Taksim Square
- Blue Mosque
- Grand Bazaar
- Galata Tower
- Hagia Sophia
- Topkapi Palace
- Bosphorus Bridge
- Sultanahmet Square
- Sarimsakli Beach
- Dolmabahçe Palace
- Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center
- Basilica Cistern
- Bahçeşehir Gölet Park
- Florya Beach
- Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre
- Bağdat Avenue
- Viaport Outlet Shopping
- Ataturk Olympic Stadium
- Sapanca Lake Park
- Egyptian Bazaar
- Ormanya Wildlife Park
- Kazdağı National Park
- Badavut Beach