Karaköy
Istanbul
Popular places to visit
Galata Tower
Istanbul’s medieval lookout point offers panoramic views across city’s historic district and the water of the Golden Horn.
SALT Galata
You can browse the exhibits at SALT Galata, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Istanbul. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam
Enjoy an outing to Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam during your stay in Istanbul. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.
Istanbul Cruise Ship Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Istanbul with a trip to Istanbul Cruise Ship Terminal. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Istanbul Museum of Modern Art
You can browse the exhibits at Istanbul Museum of Modern Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Istanbul. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its seaside.
Mixer Art Gallery
You can study the exhibits at Mixer Art Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Istanbul. Add the area's notable monuments or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
Things to do
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Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool
Bosphorus Sunset or Daytime Yacht Cruise with Snacks & Live Guide
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Tour With Turkish Night Show
2 Day All Inclusive Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul with Optional Balloon Flight
Top hotels in Karaköy
DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Yes was clean
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
The Peninsula Istanbul
Excellent location
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Pera Bosphorus Hotel
As other reviewers have mentioned, good for 1st time visitors for the location.
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus
Super location, fastest checkin in istanbul. The room was spacious and the staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Galata Rasso Boutique Hotel
Great staff, very nice and helpful
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Staff was very helpful and friendly
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Karaköy
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
