Sultanahmet Travel Guide

Istanbul

Blue Mosque which includes a fountain, a mosque and a pond
Blue Mosque which includes heritage architecture, a mosque and religious elements
Blue Mosque featuring a mosque and heritage architecture
Gulhane Park featuring a park
Sultanahmet

Popular places to visit

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
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
Sultanahmet Square

Sultanahmet Square

4.5/5(552 reviews)

Find out about the history of Sultanahmet Square, one of the top monuments in Istanbul. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.

Sultanahmet Square
Basilica Cistern showing religious aspects, interior views and a church or cathedral

Basilica Cistern

4.5/5(353 reviews)

'The Sunken Palace' is the biggest of the hundreds of underground reservoirs underneath the streets of Istanbul, dating from Byzantine Constantinople.

Basilica Cistern
Turkish and Islamic Art Museum

Turkish and Islamic Art Museum

4.5/5(13 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Turkish and Islamic Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Istanbul. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

Turkish and Islamic Art Museum
Cemberlitas Bath

Cemberlitas Bath

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Find out about the history of Istanbul when you take a trip to Cemberlitas Bath. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

Cemberlitas Bath

Top hotels in Sultanahmet

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
4 out of 5
Türbedar Sk. 20, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ₹9,820 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
₹9,820
₹10,999 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (444 reviews)
Do not stay at any other hotel!
"We went to Istanbul for a family holiday with our 2 not-so young sons. We booked a superior family room - essentially 2 separate bedrroms (each with bathroom) but commected within a unit. Ideal! The rooms were super clean and the bathrooms were even cleaner, with top notch fittings. We loved the ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
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 ₹11,675 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
₹11,675
₹13,076 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
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! (2,001 reviews)
"Excellent Everything wonderful great Hotel I love to stay in this Hotel, Anytime I visit in Istanbul InShaAllah I Love to stay there I recommend everyone to stay there you Love it Regards Ijaz & Family"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul
4 out of 5
Dr. Imran Oktem Cad. No:1, Sultanahmet, Istanbul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice location"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

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Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul
AJWA Sultanahmet
AJWA Sultanahmet
5 out of 5
Emin Sinan Mah Piyerloti Cad No: 30, Sultanahmet, Istanbul
The price is ₹31,036 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
₹31,036
₹34,761 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (800 reviews)
"Tremendous service and convenient location to sites. Breakfast was excellent."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

AJWA Sultanahmet
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
Cankurtaran Mh., Tevkifhane Sokak 8, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ₹8,082 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
₹8,082
₹9,052 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (989 reviews)
"Amazing staff , location , facilities, everything is wonderful, 10/10"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
Seven Hills Palace & Spa
Seven Hills Palace & Spa
Sultanahmet Mahallesi Kadi Cikmazi Sok., No 11 1 Fatih, Istanbul
The price is ₹13,471 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
₹13,471
₹15,087 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (812 reviews)
"Wonderful staffs"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Sultanahmet

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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 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 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

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 which includes a city, a marina and a sunset

Fatih

4.5/5(1,512 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Sultanahmet Square 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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Istanbul City Center

4/5(122 area reviews)

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Istanbul City Center. Check out top attractions like Sultanahmet Square and Blue Mosque, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.

Istanbul City Center

Sultanahmet Travel Guide