European Side
Travel Guide
Visit European Side
Where to stay in European Side
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.
Taksim
Taksim Square and Bosphorus are top sights in Taksim, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Taksim Station or Findikli Station to see more sights in the area.
Beşiktaş
Travelers choose Beşiktaş for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nispetiye Station or Etiler Station and check out top sights like Bosphorus.
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
Şişli Mosque and Bomontiada are top sights in Şişli, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Sisli Station or Osmanbey Station to see more sights in the area.
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.
YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE
The room was super clean and comfortable. It was super convenient. Check-in needed some help. Despite having a prepaid reservation, we ended up having to stand in line for about 40 minutes before we got checked in. It just seems there should have been a way to expedite the check in process.
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
No shuttle at this property
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
YOTEL Istanbul Airport LANDSIDE, City Entrance
Good
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
Element Suites
Somerset Maslak Istanbul
Radisson Residences Vadistanbul
Popular places to visit
Taksim Square
You can learn about the local history of Istanbul when you make a stop at a well-known site like Taksim Square. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums.
Blue Mosque
Named for its dazzling interior covered in blue tiles, this is a hub of Istanbul's religious life.
Hagia Sophia
A world famous monument to the ever-changing history of Istanbul, and one of the largest churches in the world.
Galata Tower
Standing for over 650 years, this imposing cylindrical lookout point continues to offer special views over the city of Istanbul.
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.
Topkapi Palace
Stately home to the Ottoman sultans for almost 400 years with an array of Turkish design and foreign art.
Things to do
Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide
Bosphorus Explorer: 2-Hour Cruise Throughout the Day
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
Istanbul Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition
Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket and Audio Guide
