Istanbul City Center Travel Guide

Istanbul

Istanbul City Center
Hagia Sophia featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and a city
Basilica Cistern showing religious aspects, interior views and a church or cathedral
Galata Tower featuring a ferry, skyline and a river or creek
Hagia Sophia which includes interior views, views and religious elements

Popular places to visit

Taksim Square

Taksim Square

4/5(599 reviews)

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.

Taksim Square
Blue Mosque featuring heritage architecture, a mosque and religious aspects

Blue Mosque

4.5/5(685 reviews)

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

Blue Mosque
Hagia Sophia

Hagia Sophia

4.5/5(625 reviews)

A world famous monument to the ever-changing history of Istanbul, and one of the largest churches in the world.

Hagia Sophia
Grand Bazaar

Grand Bazaar

4.5/5(691 reviews)

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.

Grand Bazaar
Galata Tower

Galata Tower

4/5(437 reviews)

Standing for over 650 years, this imposing cylindrical lookout point continues to offer special views over the city of Istanbul.

Galata Tower
Topkapi Palace

Topkapi Palace

4.5/5(554 reviews)

Stately home to the Ottoman sultans for almost 400 years with an array of Turkish design and foreign art.

Topkapi Palace

Top hotels in Istanbul City Center

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

5 out of 5
Suzer Plaza, Askerocagi Caddesi, No:6, Elmadag/Sisli, Istanbul
The price is ₹23,036 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
₹23,036
₹25,800 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,020 reviews)
"Really a 5 star property. Staff was outstanding."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
InterContinental Istanbul by IHG

InterContinental Istanbul by IHG

5 out of 5
Asker Ocagi Cad No: 1 Taksim, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ₹14,333 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
₹14,333
₹16,053 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
"Beautiful property and great staff. Room was not equipped with new amenities and toilet paper was not replaced."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

InterContinental Istanbul by IHG
CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul

CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul

5 out of 5
Gümüssuyu Mah. Inönü Cad. No:8, Istanbul, Istanbul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
"Clean room with great view of bosphorus sea, helpful staff with fast service, very good break fast. Located very close to bosphorus and also a 5 minute walk to taksim square"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

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CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul
The Marmara Taksim

The Marmara Taksim

5 out of 5
Taksim Square, Istanbul, Istanbul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹14,607 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
₹14,607
₹16,472 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"top notch"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

The Marmara Taksim
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Piyer Loti Cad No:7, Istanbul, Istanbul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹10,055 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
₹10,055
₹11,262 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,132 reviews)
"Not a large variety of drinks ,rooms were very clean and the. Sheets and towels were changed daily. Everyone was very friendly and the person in charge of the front desk on the day shift was extremely helpful, going out of his way to give us information and advice on where to go and find activities ..."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Divan Istanbul

Divan Istanbul

5 out of 5
Asker Ocagi Cd. No:1, Taksim, Sisli, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ₹16,034 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
₹16,034
₹17,958 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,024 reviews)
"Fena değil"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Divan Istanbul
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Other neighbourhoods around Istanbul City Center

Istanbul which includes a city, a marina and a sunset

Fatih

4.5/5(1,512 area reviews)

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.

Fatih
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Eminönü

Known for its breathtaking beach views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Eminönü. Check out top attractions like Grand Bazaar and Eminönü Square, and jump on the metro at Eminonu Station or Beyazit Station to see more of the city.

Eminönü
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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.

Sirkeci
Galata Tower featuring cruising, general coastal views and a city

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.

Galata
Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry

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.

Karaköy
Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry

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.

Beyoğlu

Istanbul City Center Travel Guide