Marmara Region
Travel Guide
Visit Marmara Region
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
Blue Mosque
The nickname of this 17th-century structure refers to the brilliant color of its tiled interior.
Hagia Sophia
Once a church, then a Byzantine cathedral, later a mosque and now a monument, this iconic building is a national treasure.
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.
Topkapi Palace
The official residence of the Ottoman sultans for about four centuries is now accessible to the public and home to sacred relics.
- Taksim Square
- Blue Mosque
- Hagia Sophia
- Galata Tower
- Grand Bazaar
- Topkapi Palace
- Bosphorus
- Mall of Istanbul
- Bosphorus Bridge
- Sultanahmet Square
- Istiklal Avenue
- Galataport
- Dolmabahçe Palace
- Mount Ida
- Sarimsakli Beach
- Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center
- Bağdat Avenue
- Eminönü Square
- Florya Beach
- Bahçeşehir Gölet Park
- Ciragan Palace
- Uludağ Ski Center
- Kazdağı National Park
- Kadıköy Port
- Assos
- Istanbul Expo Center
- Rams Park
- Vadistanbul AVM
- Ataköy Marina
- Sapanca Lake Park
- Grand Mosque of Bursa
- Ormanya Wildlife Park