Istanbul City Center
Istanbul
Visit Istanbul City Center
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
The nickname of this 17th-century structure refers to the brilliant color of its tiled interior.
Hagia Sophia
Once a church, then a Byzantine cathedral, later a mosque and now a monument, this iconic building is a national treasure.
Grand Bazaar
Enter the maze of shop-lined streets in one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world to browse hundreds of thousands of hand-crafted objects.
Galata Tower
Istanbul’s medieval lookout point offers panoramic views across city’s historic district and the water of the Golden Horn.
Topkapi Palace
The official residence of the Ottoman sultans for about four centuries is now accessible to the public and home to sacred relics.
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Top hotels in Istanbul City Center
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Really a 5 star property. Staff was outstanding.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
InterContinental Istanbul by IHG
Beautiful property and great staff. Room was not equipped with new amenities and toilet paper was not replaced.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul
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
The Marmara Taksim
Wow just wow great location great room and staff club level was wonderful and again really nice staff if it taksim you want to stay near this is the only choice
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
A lovely hotel in a very convenient location to Old Town and transit. Lots of walkable streets and restaurants nearby.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Divan Istanbul
Fena değil
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Istanbul City Center
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Istanbul City Center
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