Old City

Istanbul

Topkapi Palace which includes a bay or harbor, a city and a river or creek
Suleymaniye Mosque showing a mosque and interior views
Grand Bazaar which includes interior views, shopping and markets
Topkapi Palace which includes chateau or palace and heritage architecture
Suleymaniye Mosque which includes a mosque

Popular places to visit

Blue Mosque featuring heritage architecture, a mosque and religious elements

Blue Mosque

4.5/5(2,201 reviews)

The nickname of this 17th-century structure refers to the brilliant color of its tiled interior.

Blue Mosque
Hagia Sophia which includes heritage elements and a fountain

Hagia Sophia

4.5/5(2,130 reviews)

Once a church, then a Byzantine cathedral, later a mosque and now a monument, this iconic building is a national treasure.

Hagia Sophia
Grand Bazaar

Grand Bazaar

4.5/5(2,165 reviews)

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.

Grand Bazaar
Topkapi Palace featuring a sunset and heritage architecture

Topkapi Palace

4.5/5(1,437 reviews)

The official residence of the Ottoman sultans for about four centuries is now accessible to the public and home to sacred relics.

Topkapi Palace
Sultanahmet Square

Sultanahmet Square

4.5/5(1,046 reviews)

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

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

Basilica Cistern

4.5/5(729 reviews)

The “Sunken Palace” is one of the most striking remnants of Byzantine Constantinople and is the largest of hundreds of ancient underground reservoirs in Istanbul.

Basilica Cistern

Things to do

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

￥3,169
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table
Blue Mosque

Istanbul Must See:Hagia Sophia Bluemosqu Topkapı Basilica Cistern Bosphorus Tour

￥11,148
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Istanbul Must See:Hagia Sophia Bluemosqu Topkapı Basilica Cistern Bosphorus Tour
Istanbul: Full-Day Highlights Tour with Guide and Lunch

Istanbul: Full-Day Highlights Tour with Guide and Lunch

￥6,421
per adult
Istanbul: Full-Day Highlights Tour with Guide and Lunch
Basilica of St.John

Daily Trip to House of Virgin Mary, Ancient City of Ephesus, Basilica of St.John

￥11,966
per adult
Daily Trip to House of Virgin Mary, Ancient City of Ephesus, Basilica of St.John
Troy: Full-Day Tour from Istanbul

Troy: Full-Day Tour from Istanbul

￥20,213
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Troy: Full-Day Tour from Istanbul
Picture 1 for Activity Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option

￥1,294
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option
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Old City Hotel Deals

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
4 out of 5
Piyer Loti Cad No:7, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ￥20,102 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
￥20,102
￥22,514 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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! (1,918 reviews)
"The restaurant has an amazing view. The breakfast is really good. The staff was very helpful"

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2025

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
4 out of 5
Türbedar Sk. 20, Istanbul, Istanbul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥16,380 per night from Apr 7 to Apr 8
￥16,380
￥18,346 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (294 reviews)
"Outstanding Service and Excellent Stay at Carina Gold Hotel We had an amazing 4-night stay at Carina Gold Hotel. From the moment we arrived, the staff provided exceptional service, always attentive and ready to help with anything we needed. Their hospitality truly made our experience special. Especially ..."

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2025

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Seven Hills Palace & Spa
Seven Hills Palace & Spa
Sultanahmet Mahallesi Kadi Cikmazi Sok., No 11 1 Fatih, Istanbul
The price is ￥34,461 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
￥34,461
￥38,596 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (710 reviews)
"The property is very clean, comfortable, very friendly professional staff, great food. Great access to all the historical places, also shopping. We loved it. Oh and don't forget to visit the spa. The staff are so nice, and the Turkish bath is a must, best experience I've ever had. Just highly recommend ..."

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2025

Seven Hills Palace & Spa
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
4 out of 5
Cankurtaran Mh., Tevkifhane Sokak 8, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ￥25,523 per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
￥25,523
￥28,585 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (948 reviews)
"If i had to say what my favorite part about my hotel experience was at Seven Hills it would have to be the two incredible front desk men Gerken and Ozam, they are the kindest most helpful people i have met and i will definitely miss their kind energy, the rooftop restaurant is also in my opinion ..."

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2025

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel
Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel
4 out of 5
Ahirkapi Sok. No: 24, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ￥21,348 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
￥21,348
￥23,910 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (977 reviews)
"とても綺麗で立地もよく景色も良かったです。"

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2025

Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel
AJWA Sultanahmet
AJWA Sultanahmet
5 out of 5
Emin Sinan Mah Piyerloti Cad No: 30, Sultanahmet, Istanbul
The price is ￥45,262 per night from May 4 to May 5
￥45,262
￥50,693 total
includes taxes & fees
May 4 - May 5
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (746 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with prefect mix of authenticity and modern conveniences! Walking distance to major tourist attraction (albeit hilly) like Hagia Sofia, the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bizarre, Basilica Cistern and more! Looking forward to returning again!"

Reviewed on Apr 1, 2025

AJWA Sultanahmet
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Other neighborhoods around Old City

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 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

Discover the charm of old Istanbul in this working-class district, featuring narrow streets with tightly packed apartment buildings. Explore historic sites like Topkapı Palace and Hagia Sophia, or indulge in diverse cuisines, all easily accessible by tramway.

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 Bosphorus, 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

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.

Beyoğlu

Old City