Sultanahmet Travel Guide

Istanbul

Blue Mosque which includes a fountain, a mosque and a pond
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

Popular places to visit

Hagia Sophia which includes heritage elements and a fountain

Hagia Sophia

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

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

Blue Mosque
Scenic fountain at the Sultanahmet Square and the Hagia Sophia

Sultanahmet Square

You can find out about the history of Istanbul with a stop at Sultanahmet Square. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.

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

Basilica Cistern

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

Basilica Cistern
The Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum, Istanbul

Turkish and Islamic Art Museum

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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

Turkish and Islamic Art Museum
Column of Constantine

Column of Constantine

You can find out about the history of Istanbul with a trip to Column of Constantine. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its seaside.

Column of Constantine

Top hotels in Sultanahmet

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Piyer Loti Cad No:7 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is ₹8,633 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
₹8,633
₹9,669 total
25 Feb - 26 Feb
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,223 reviews)
The hotel is exactly how it looks online, is in a perfect location for all the sightseeing spots and smells lovely. The room although spacious was very very hot! The fan was on but not blowing out cold air! We went in Feb so weather not hot but room was a sauna with no way to cool it down. It was ...

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

4 out of 5
Dr. Imran Oktem Cad. No:1 Istanbul
Stay at this hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Great sized room, comfy bed and excellent location. Perfect for exploring all the sights by foot. Hotel staff were friendly and breakfast was excellent with plenty of options with a breathtaking view. Only slight negative was the duvet was not quite big enough to cover 2 People, a larger duvet or ...

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

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Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul
Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Sultanahmet Mahallesi Kadi Cikmazi Sok. Istanbul
The price is ₹9,592 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
₹9,592
₹10,743 total
20 Feb - 21 Feb
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! (1,059 reviews)
Amazing place

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Seven Hills Palace & Spa
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

Cankurtaran Mh. Istanbul Istanbul
The price is ₹7,673 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
₹7,673
₹8,593 total
28 Feb - 1 Mar
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
Amazing staffs. Clean room, great location. We initially had an issue with our room and the staff were very helpful and gave us a different room immediately. One of the best hotel stuffs I have ever seen.

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
Recital Hotel

Recital Hotel

3 out of 5
Binbirdirek Mah., Piyerloti Caddesi 21 Istanbul
The price is ₹8,420 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
₹8,420
₹9,431 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
Staff was extremely nice and helpful! Plenty of space in the room. Great proximity to tourist sites.

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Recital Hotel
Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel

Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel

4 out of 5
Ahirkapi Sok. No: 24 Istanbul Istanbul
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Courteous front desk staff, bell boy, restaurant staff. Very nice hotel With excellent breakfast and rooftop restaurant.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

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Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Sultanahmet

Bosphorus featuring a monument, a bay or harbor and a bridge

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 Grand Bazaar.

Sirkeci
Karaköy

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
Cumhuriyet Anıtı featuring street scenes, a city and a square or plaza

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 Hagia Sophia and Taksim Square, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.

Istanbul City Center
Panorama of Golden Horn Gulf and the Bosphorus in Istanbul

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
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Fatih

Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Hagia Sophia 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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