Durusu
Istanbul
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.
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.
Blue Mosque
The nickname of this 17th-century structure refers to the brilliant color of its tiled interior.
Topkapi Palace
The official residence of the Ottoman sultans for about four centuries is now accessible to the public and home to sacred relics.
Things to do
Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool
Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket
2 Day All Inclusive Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul with Optional Balloon Flight
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show
Top hotels in Durusu
YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE
Price / performance metric for this one is really really poor. Uncomfortable pillows and absolutely disgusting breakfast for that price is simply unacceptable.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
Hotel staff
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Elysian Airport Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
YOTEL Istanbul Airport LANDSIDE, City Entrance
Very convenient hotel
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Fourpoints Airport Hotel
Room was small but overall experience was good
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Wanda Vista Istanbul
Kötü
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Durusu
Beylikdüzü
Travellers like the shopping in Beylikdüzü, and Beylikduzu Migros AVM is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Maslak
Well liked for its restaurants and parks, Maslak is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Belgrad Forest and Parkorman, and jump on the metro at Ataturk Oto Sanayi Station to get around the city.
Şişli
Travellers love Şişli for its popular shops, and you can see more of Istanbul by jumping on the metro at Sisli Station or Osmanbey Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Şişli Mosque and Bomontiada.
Bakırköy
Spend some time visiting places like Istanbul Expo Center while getting to know Bakırköy, and be sure to check out the seaside views. You can hop aboard the metro at DTM - Istanbul Fuar Merkezi Station or Yenibosna Station to see more of the area.
Beşiktaş
Spend some time visiting places like Zorlu Performing Arts Center while getting to know Beşiktaş, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Nispetiye Station or Etiler Station to see more of the area.
Nişantaşı
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Nişantaşı. Spend some time visiting top spots like Abdi Ipekci Street, and catch the metro at Maçka Cable Car Station or Taşkışla Cable Car Station to see more of the area.
