Old City

Istanbul

A coastal cityscape with a large cruise ship docked near a historic building with a prominent tower.
A mosque interior with ornate arches, a large dome, and intricate tile work.
A crowded indoor market with ornate arches and hanging signs.
A historic building with a prominent tower and dome, surrounded by trees and other structures.
A covered corridor with arches and columns, leading to a view of a park and a building with a dome.

Stay near popular Old City attractions

A large mosque with multiple domes and minarets.

Blue Mosque

9.2/10 (29,179 reviews)
The nickname of this 17th-century structure refers to the brilliant color of its tiled interior.
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Things to do

Istanbul: Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition

Istanbul: Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition

￥5,108
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show

￥4,141
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show
Istanbul: Party Pub Crawl with Party Bus

Istanbul: Party Pub Crawl with Party Bus

￥4,872
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Party Pub Crawl with Party Bus
Istanbul Highlights Small-Group Walking Guided Tour

Istanbul Highlights Small-Group Walking Guided Tour

￥24,740
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Istanbul Highlights Small-Group Walking Guided Tour
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show

￥5,191
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show
Istanbul: Bursa Day Trip with Lunch & Cable Car Ride

Istanbul: Bursa Day Trip with Lunch & Cable Car Ride

￥1,783
per adult
Istanbul: Bursa Day Trip with Lunch & Cable Car Ride
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Old City Hotel Deals

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Piyer Loti Cad No:7 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is ￥20,049 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
￥20,049
￥22,254 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
AJWA Sultanahmet

AJWA Sultanahmet

5 out of 5
Emin Sinan Mah Piyerloti Cad No: 30 Istanbul
The price is ￥50,772 per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
￥50,772
￥56,357 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
AJWA Sultanahmet
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

4 out of 5
Türbedar Sk. 20 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is ￥17,169 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
￥17,169
￥19,058 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (884 reviews)
"The hotel is in a convenient, central old town location and the staff was very helpful. If you are a sensitive sleeper, ask for an off-street room."

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2026

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Four - G Hotel Premium

Four - G Hotel Premium

Peykhane Cd. İstanbul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥21,022 per night from Sep 5 to Sep 6
￥21,022
￥23,334 total
Sep 5 - Sep 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Sultanahmet Square and Blue Mosque are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (178 reviews)
"Very well located hotel walking distance to blue mosque and Hagia Sophia. The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly. Room was super comfortable and renovated. We will definitely be back"

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2026

Four - G Hotel Premium
Hotel Saba Sultan

Hotel Saba Sultan

Akbiyik Cad, Cetinkaya Sokak No: 4 Istanbul
The price is ￥9,523 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
￥9,523
￥10,570 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Read the reviews and decided I’d book. The room wasn’t the cheapest and I was disappointed with its size. It was very squashed so dread to think what the smaller rooms were like. Breakfast wasn’t great but served a purpose. No recognition of my 50th birthday even though on the booking. Just little ..."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2026

Hotel Saba Sultan
GLK PREMIER Sea Mansion Suites & Spa - Special Class

GLK PREMIER Sea Mansion Suites & Spa - Special Class

Kucukayasofya Mh Mustafapasa Sk No 9 Istanbul
The price is ￥18,527 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
￥18,527
￥20,565 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (91 reviews)
"It’s an adequate hotel and worth the price. But it is not that fancy and it shows much better in pictures than in person. Staff and location are great. Not sure tho I would stay again as I ordinarily prefer higher end hotels. This is not a 4 or 5 star quality. Maybe a 3.5."

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2026

GLK PREMIER Sea Mansion Suites & Spa - Special Class
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Where to stay in Old City

Find the best Old City areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Old City
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A fountain with water jets in a circular pool, a mosque with multiple minarets, and palm trees in the foreground.

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.

A horse-drawn carriage on a street with white buildings and trees.
Photo by Sergio Camalich
Open Photo by Sergio Camalich

Büyükada

A red tram with the number 115 on a busy street.

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.

A historic building with a large reflection in the water, a boat in the foreground, and a partly cloudy sky.

Kadıköy

Spend some time visiting places like Bosphorus while getting to know Kadıköy, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Bahariye Station or Acibadem Station to see more of the area.

A historic mosque with three minarets and a large dome, surrounded by trees and buildings.

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 Hagia Sophia, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.

Old City

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