Istanbul City Center

Istanbul

Cumhuriyet Anıtı featuring street scenes, a city and a square or plaza

Hagia Sophia showing a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and a city

Basilica Cistern which includes religious elements, interior views and a church or cathedral

Galata Tower featuring a bridge, a river or creek and a ferry

Hagia Sophia featuring a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture

Visit Istanbul City Center

Things to do

Where to stay

Istanbul Travel Guide

Popular places to visit

Taksim Square

4.5/5(1,890 reviews)

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

4.5/5(2,201 reviews)

Find out about the history of Blue Mosque, one of the top monuments in Istanbul. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.

Hagia Sophia

4.5/5(2,130 reviews)

Hagia Sophia is a popular museum in Istanbul with a story of its own. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

Galata Tower

4.5/5(1,209 reviews)

You can learn more about the history of Istanbul when you make a stop at a top site like Galata Tower. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.

Grand Bazaar

4.5/5(2,165 reviews)

During your visit to Istanbul, you can do some window-shopping at Grand Bazaar. Add the area's notable monuments or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.

Topkapi Palace

4.5/5(1,437 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Topkapi Palace, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Istanbul. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.

Other neighborhoods around Istanbul City Center

Istanbul which includes a marina, landscape views and general coastal views

Fatih

4.5/5(2,609 area reviews)

Explore historic libraries and diverse cuisines in this area, home to Istanbul University and the Orthodox Christian Patriarchate. Visit iconic sights like Topkapı Palace and Hagia Sophia, and discover what's nearby via the tramway from Sirkeci to Aksaray.

Bosphorus featuring a monument, a bay or harbor and a bridge

Sirkeci

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

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.

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.

Topkapi Palace which includes a bay or harbor, a city and a river or creek

Old City

Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque are top sights in Old City, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Cemberlitas Station or Sultanahmet Station to see more sights in the area.

Beyoğlu

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

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.