Old City

Istanbul
Suleymaniye Mosque which includes a mosque and interior views

Popular places to visit

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Blue Mosque

Named for its dazzling interior covered in blue tiles, this is a hub of Istanbul's religious life.

Blue Mosque
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Grand Bazaar

Visit one of the biggest and oldest covered markets in the world, a real taste (and smell and sound!) of the diversity that Turkey has to offer.

Grand Bazaar
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Hagia Sophia

A world famous monument to the ever-changing history of Istanbul, and one of the largest churches in the world.

Hagia Sophia
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Topkapi Palace

Stately home to the Ottoman sultans for almost 400 years with an array of Turkish design and foreign art.

Topkapi Palace
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Sultanahmet Square

You can find out about the history of Istanbul with a visit to Sultanahmet Square. Add the area's notable monuments or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.

Sultanahmet Square
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Basilica Cistern

'The Sunken Palace' is the biggest of the hundreds of underground reservoirs underneath the streets of Istanbul, dating from Byzantine Constantinople.

Basilica Cistern

Things to do

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Monuments of Ottoman Empire Tour - Skip the Line Tickets

P5,996
Per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Monuments of Ottoman Empire Tour - Skip the Line Tickets
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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide

P2,398
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide
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Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar - Half-Day Small Group Tour

P2,998
Per adult
Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar - Half-Day Small Group Tour
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Cruise to the Princes' Islands

P7,195
Per adult
Cruise to the Princes' Islands
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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise, Belly-Dance Show & Live Music

P2,998
Per adult
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise, Belly-Dance Show & Live Music
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Istanbul Topkapi Palace and Harem Small-Group Guided Tour

P5,936
Per adult
Istanbul Topkapi Palace and Harem Small-Group Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Old City

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
4 out of 5
Cankurtaran Mh., Tevkifhane Sokak 8, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is P7,326 per night from 19 Jun to 20 Jun
P7,326
per night
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (771 reviews)
"Excellent location, can’t ask for a better location, friendly n helpful staff Out of the world breakfast in terms of variety and quality"

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2024

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
4 out of 5
Piyer Loti Cad No:7, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is P8,967 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
P8,967
per night
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,567 reviews)
"This place was really great overall — service was seamless, staff was nice, breakfast was good. Room was aesthetically pleasing and bed was comfortable. Only negatives are the shower head was loose, so had to prop it up and nearly got locked out on the balcony because the door caught the lock — was ..."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2024

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Radisson Hotel President Old Town Istanbul
Radisson Hotel President Old Town Istanbul
Tiyatro Caddesi, No. 25, Beyazit, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is P7,819 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
P7,819
per night
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"Great property and staff. I will pick the property again."

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2024

Radisson Hotel President Old Town Istanbul
AJWA Sultanahmet
AJWA Sultanahmet
5 out of 5
Emin Sinan Mah Piyerloti Cad No: 30, Sultanahmet, Istanbul
The price is P17,247 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
P17,247
per night
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (631 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Best atmosphere of a property in Istanbul. Embodies the authentic tradition and values we hold dear. Staff is excellent. They really take care of their hotel guests."

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2024

AJWA Sultanahmet
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class
4 out of 5
Sultanahmet mah. Torun Sokak, No:19, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is P10,623 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
P10,623
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (685 reviews)
"The property was very nice for the location and the staff was very friendly. The breakfast was really good also. A great stay replicating a genuine Turkish experience."

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024

Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel
5 out of 5
Divanyolu Cd. Alemdar Mah., Ticarethane Sk. No 10 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is P7,972 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
P7,972
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (589 reviews)
"The property is beautiful and location excellent just reception staff needs to be trained bad manners and no hospitality. Only the concierge staff Artem was polite and very helpful the entire stay. The good things about the hotel was breakfast, spa, and bed super comfortable. Housekeeping didn’t ..."

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2024

Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Old City

Rustem Pasha Mosque showing religious aspects, a ferry and a mosque

Sirkeci

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Sirkeci. Spend some time visiting top spots like Grand Bazaar, and catch the metro at Sirkeci Station or Eminonu Station to see more of the area.

Sirkeci
Blue Mosque featuring a mosque, a pond and a fountain

Sultanahmet

Enjoy the popular shops in Sultanahmet. Blue Mosque is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Sultanahmet Station or Cemberlitas Station to see more of Istanbul.

Sultanahmet
Eminönü

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.

Eminönü
Galata Tower showing night scenes, a ferry and a bay or harbor

Karaköy

Consider a visit to Galata Tower and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Karaköy. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Karakoy Station or Karakoy Tünel Station.

Karaköy
Galata Tower which includes a marina, general coastal views and a city

Galata

Spend some time visiting places like Galata Tower while getting to know Galata, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Karakoy Tünel Station to see more of the area.

Galata
Galata Tower showing night scenes, a ferry and a bay or harbor

Beyoğlu

Travelers love Beyoğlu for its popular shops, and you can see more of Istanbul by jumping on the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Tophane Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Taksim Square and Galata Tower.

Beyoğlu

Old City