Kartal Travel Guide
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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.
Top hotels in Kartal
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Reviewed on 4 Apr 2024
![The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565600/565576/7b82a5be_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 28 May 2024
![Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889900/889869/9beaa37b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 28 May 2024
![The Marmara Taksim](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26100/26048/ba522abd_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 28 May 2024
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Reviewed on 29 May 2024
![InterContinental Istanbul, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521200/521137/5eb16350_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 30 May 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Kartal
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Pendik
Pendik is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Pendik Port and Viaport Outlet Shopping while you're in town.
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Ataşehir
Unique features of Ataşehir include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by Brandium AVM or Metropol Istanbul while you're exploring the area.
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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.
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Üsküdar
The seaside views and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Üsküdar. Camlica Hill and Beylerbeyi Palace are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Altunizade Station or Bulgurlu Station to get around the larger area.
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Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Grand Bazaar – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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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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- More trip options
- İstmarina Shopping Mall
- Taksim Square
- Blue Mosque
- Grand Bazaar
- Galata Tower
- Hagia Sophia
- Topkapi Palace
- Bosphorus Bridge
- Sultanahmet Square
- Dolmabahçe Palace
- Basilica Cistern
- Florya Beach
- Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre
- Bağdat Avenue
- Viaport Outlet Shopping
- Egyptian Bazaar
- Yorukali Beach
- Emaar Square Mall
- Istinye Park
- Vodafone Park