What's Istanbul City Center Like?
People go to Istanbul City Center to see favorite places like Blue Mosque, and to take in culture at top venues like Hagia Sophia. Take time to enjoy the neighborhood's museums and selection of cafes. Taksim Square and Grand Bazaar are a couple of popular sights sure to leave an impression.
Where are the Best Places to Stay in Istanbul City Center?
We have 3233 accommodations in the neighborhood. Here are some of our travelers' top lodging choices in Istanbul City Center:
Bram Hotel Istanbul
City-center hotel- Free breakfast • Free WiFi • Terrace • 24-hour front desk • Walkable location
Louis Rooms
City-center hotel- Free WiFi • 24-hour front desk • Attentive staff
Hammamhane
Adults-only guesthouse with spa, bar- Free breakfast • Free WiFi • Cafe • Terrace • Central location
Mitspark hotel
Hotel with restaurant, bar- Free parking • Free WiFi • 5 cafes • 24-hour front desk
Zeyn Hotel Istanbul
City-center hotel- Free breakfast • Free WiFi • 24-hour front desk • Central location
How to Get to Istanbul City Center
Flying to:
- Istanbul Airport (IST), 20 mi (32.2 km) from Istanbul City Center
- Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW), 20.2 mi (32.6 km) from Istanbul City Center
Traveling to Istanbul City Center by Train
You'll find the following train stations in the neighborhood:
- Vezneciler Subway Station
- YeniKapi Station
- Emniyet - Fatih Station
Getting to Istanbul City Center on Metro
Stations in the neighborhood include:
- Aksaray Station
- Aksaray Tram Station
- Laleli-University Station
Things to See and Do in and around Istanbul City Center
What to See in Istanbul City Center
- Blue Mosque
- Hagia Sophia
- Taksim Square
- Galata Tower
- Topkapi Palace