European Side
Travel Guide
Visit European Side
Where to stay in European Side
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Hagia Sophia to Blue Mosque – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
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.
Beşiktaş
Spend some time visiting places like Bosphorus 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.
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 Bomontiada and Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre.
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.
Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
The room, the restaurant, and the arranged transportation to and from the Istanbul Airport were excellent. The staff was friendly and wanted to help. It is not luxurious, but it is clean, practical, and near the airport. Many of the cabin crews of different airlines stay there.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE
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Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Elysian Airport Hotel
Very clean and comfortable room and excellent staff service.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Element Suites
It was good special thanks for Mr. Ahmad the Afghani guy and to the manager
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
G Tower Residences
This hotel is very clean. One thing f the best hotel in the whole area.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Radisson Residences Vadistanbul
Excellent, peaceful and easy access to the mall and metro making it a lot easier to connect to the different locations. Additionally, there’s a grocery store around. Me and my family had a good time.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
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
Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Guided Tour w/ Tickets
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
2 Day All Inclusive Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul with Optional Balloon Flight
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show
Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Entry & Audio Guide
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- Ataturk Olympic Stadium
- Visit Beylikdüzü
- Visit Merter
- Visit Kabatas
- Pelit Chocolate Museum
- Visit Şişli
- Olimpik Go Kart
- Medipol Mega University Hospital
- Visit Nişantaşı
- Yahya Kemal Beyatli Performing Arts Center
- Visit Kâğıthane
- Visit Esenyurt
- Visit Küçükçekmece
- Bahçeşehir Gölet Park
- Visit Büyükçekmece
- Visit Maslak
- Visit Alkent 2000
- 212 Istanbul Power Outlet
- Ibrahim Ethem Cami
- Visit Sultangazi
- Visit Esentepe
- Visit Gayrettepe
- Strike Bowling
- Visit Merkez
- Visit Bakırköy
- Visit Laleli
- Visit Kumkapi
- Visit Balat
- Visit Sultanahmet
- Visit Alibeyköy
- Akbatı Shopping Mall
- Visit Zeytinburnu
- Visit Basaksehir
- Visit Mahmutbey
- Visit Fatih
- Visit Asmali Mescit
- Visit Bağcılar
- Visit Pera
- Visit Istanbul City Center
- Venezia Mega Outlet
- Visit Eyup
- Taksim Square
- Hagia Sophia
- Grand Bazaar
- Blue Mosque
- Topkapi Palace
- Sultanahmet Square
- Bosphorus Bridge
- Bahçeşehir Gölet Park
- Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center
- Florya Beach
- Basilica Cistern
- Medicana International Istanbul Hospital
- Eyup Sultan Mosque
- Ataturk Olympic Stadium
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- Rams Park
- Istanbul Congress Center
- Gülhane Park
