European Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit European Side
Where to stay in European Side
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – 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.
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.
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 Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.
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.
Şişli
Travellers love Şişli for its popular shops, and you can see more of Istanbul by jumping on the metro at Sisli Station or Osmanbey Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Bomontiada and Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre.
YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE
Great staff and service! Thank you so much!
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
It is very modern hotel very clean. The main thing is a good location very close to the airport. They do have a restaurant inside, but there is no restaurants around in walking distance leaving out from the airport. You can take a taxi in the morning. we did very convenient and fast
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Nenessa Airport Hotel
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Set up a ride to the airport and they were right on time.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Element Suites
It was good special thanks for Mr. Ahmad the Afghani guy and to the manager
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Radisson Residences Avrupa TEM Istanbul
Good place to stay for family
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Radisson Residences Vadistanbul
We went to a Galatasaray match and the property was really close to the stadium. Close to vadi istanbul shopping mall as well as restaurants / bars etc. Not far from central areas like taksim with a taxi too.
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025
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.
- Taksim Square
- Blue Mosque
- Hagia Sophia
- Grand Bazaar
- Galata Tower
- Topkapi Palace
- Bosphorus Bridge
- Sultanahmet Square
- Dolmabahçe Palace
- Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center
- Florya Beach
- Bahçeşehir Gölet Park
- Basilica Cistern
- Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre
- Forum Istanbul
- Istanbul Expo Center
- Ataturk Olympic Stadium
- Istinye Park
- Egyptian Bazaar
- Kilyos Beach
- Eyup Sultan Mosque
- Medicana International Istanbul Hospital
