Taksim
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.
Pera Palace Hotel
Learn about the local history of Istanbul when you spend time at Pera Palace Hotel. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums.
Tupras Stadium
Catch an event at Tupras Stadium during your trip to Istanbul. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
Dolmabahçe Mosque
Learn about the local history of Istanbul with a stop at Dolmabahçe Mosque. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its seaside.
Acibadem Taksim Hospital
If Acibadem Taksim Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Istanbul.
Pera Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Pera Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Istanbul. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show
Top hotels in Taksim
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Spotless room. Very big.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul
This was one of the best stays we’ve had in Istanbul. Never having stayed in Taksim Sq and with a car, we appreciated the valet parking and relatively very easy access off the highway. The location is great to be able to walk and take public transport to most of the great sights. We were upgraded ...
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Titanic City Taksim
Great experience all round, very friendly staff clean rooms good food, excellent location
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Sofitel Istanbul Taksim
This has to be the best hotel in Istanbul. 100%, no doubt.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
InterContinental Istanbul by IHG
Good hotel to stay good location.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Grand Hyatt Istanbul
The hotel is very good and staff are very helpful at all times.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Taksim
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Grand Bazaar.
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.
