European Side
Travel Guide
Visit European Side
Where to stay in European Side
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – 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.
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.
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 Blue Mosque and Taksim Square, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of 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.
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.
YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE
Good overall but mostly overpriced.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
Property is near the airport. Easy to take a taxi (cost around $15 USD) there. Hotel doesn’t provide shuttle. Clean room and good internet. I stayed here because I needed to take a morning flight and it worked out well. The breakfast was wonderful!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
YOTEL Istanbul Airport LANDSIDE, City Entrance
Good
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Element Suites
Somerset Maslak Istanbul
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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.
Galata Tower
Istanbul’s medieval lookout point offers panoramic views across city’s historic district and the water of the Golden Horn.
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.
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
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Istanbul Highlights! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı and More
Bosphorus Cruise 2-3 Hour Cruises with Optional Asia Stop & Meal
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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
- Blue Mosque
- Hagia Sophia
- Grand Bazaar
- Topkapi Palace
- Bosphorus Bridge
- Sultanahmet Square
- Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center
- Bahçeşehir Gölet Park
- Florya Beach
- Tupras Stadium
- Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre
- Basilica Cistern
- Ataturk Olympic Stadium
- Rams Park
- Istinye Park
- Eyup Sultan Mosque
- Medicana International Istanbul Hospital
