Marmara Region
Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Marmara Region
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.
Taksim
Major tourist hub, Taksim Square boasts a lively atmosphere with numerous restaurants, shops, and grand hotels. Explore İstiklal Caddesi, ride the nostalgic tram, and visit iconic landmarks like the Republic Monument and Taksim Mosque.
Kadıköy
Cosmopolitan and bustling, this area boasts numerous bars, cinemas, and bookshops, as well as diverse dining options and shopping centers like Tepe Nautilus. Explore historic sites, Süreyya Opera House, and enjoy walkable paths along the seafront.
Beşiktaş
Scenic views of the Bosphorus strait and historic sites like Dolmabahçe Palace await in this bustling financial center. Enjoy modern shopping malls, diverse dining options, and easy access to ferries and metro lines for seamless exploration.
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 Taksim Square and Grand Bazaar, 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.
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Thank you, Ritz-Carlton Istanbul team. You made my stay wonderful!
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Staff was helpful, but staff on the breakfast place and Sabrosa restaurant was Very slowly and didn’t casstomer focus.
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
Titanic City Taksim
It is a nice property but they really need to sort their central heating as you cant change the setting and in the night the temperature goes up to 27 degrees. Not a single night I had a pleasant sleep!!!
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
Elits Suits
Meroddi Beyoğlu Residence
Excellent service. Very clean Highly recommended for anyone looking for a comfortable, clean and convenient place to stay . Stuffs are extremely helpful and kind. I enjoyed my stay ….
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
Medusa Apart Hotel
This is a scam; the photo there is not a true photo of the property. The building is closed, and there is a sign with a number to call. Nobody is in the property, no staff, no front desk. You text them before arrival, they never answer through the Expedia platform, when you arrive at the place, you ...
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026
Popular places to visit
Taksim Square
See historical monuments, attend performing arts shows and discover a lively shopping and dining scene in the heart of modern Istanbul.
Hagia Sophia
Once a church, then a Byzantine cathedral, later a mosque and now a monument, this iconic building is a national treasure.
Blue Mosque
The nickname of this 17th-century structure refers to the brilliant color of its tiled interior.
Sultanahmet Square
Find out about the history of Sultanahmet Square, one of the top monuments in Istanbul. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
Galata Tower
Istanbul’s medieval lookout point offers panoramic views across city’s historic district and the water of the Golden Horn.
Grand Bazaar
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.
- Taksim Square
- Hagia Sophia
- Blue Mosque
- Sultanahmet Square
- Galata Tower
- Grand Bazaar
- Bosphorus
- Topkapi Palace
- Sarimsakli Beach
- Mall of Istanbul
- Galataport
- Bosphorus Bridge
- Istiklal Avenue
- Mount Ida
- Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center
- Bahçeşehir Gölet Park
- Bağdat Avenue
- Florya Beach
- Assos
- Dolmabahçe Palace
- Vadistanbul AVM
- Kazdağı National Park
- Eminönü Square
- Yorukali Beach
- Istanbul Expo Center
- Kadıköy Port
- Ciragan Palace
- Ayazma Beach
- Ataköy Marina
- Ataturk Olympic Stadium
- Canakkale Clock Tower
- Tupras Stadium
