Sultanahmet

Istanbul
Blue Mosque featuring a mosque, a pond and a fountain

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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Turkish and Islamic Art Museum

4.5/5(11 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Turkish and Islamic Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Istanbul. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene.

Turkish and Islamic Art Museum
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Cemberlitas Bath

4/5(38 reviews)

Find out about the history of Istanbul with a stop at Cemberlitas Bath. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums.

Cemberlitas Bath

Things to do

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Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar - Half-Day Small Group Tour

￥2,353
Per adult
Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar - Half-Day Small Group Tour
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Full Day Cruise Tour in Bosphorus and Two Continents

￥19,186
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Full Day Cruise Tour in Bosphorus and Two Continents
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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide

￥5,177
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide
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Istanbul Must See:Hagia Sophia Bluemosqu Topkapı Basilica Cistern Bosphorus Tour

￥11,396
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Istanbul Must See:Hagia Sophia Bluemosqu Topkapı Basilica Cistern Bosphorus Tour
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Daily Trip to House of Virgin Mary, Ancient City of Ephesus, Basilica of St.John

￥11,609
Per adult
Daily Trip to House of Virgin Mary, Ancient City of Ephesus, Basilica of St.John
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Monuments of Ottoman Empire Tour - Skip the Line Tickets

￥15,688
Per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Monuments of Ottoman Empire Tour - Skip the Line Tickets
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Sultanahmet Hotel Deals

GLK PREMIER Regency Suites & Spa - Special Class
GLK PREMIER Regency Suites & Spa - Special Class
5 out of 5
Akbiyik Cad No 46, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥18,641 per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
￥18,641
per night
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"We stayed 3 nights at this hotel. 5 minutes walk from Blue Mosque, and bunch of other attractions. The best location to stay. Soooo many options for dinning, shopping, attractions, partying….we loved it so much. Rooms are so cute. Very good breakfast. It has a small gym too. We would stay there again ..."

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2024

GLK PREMIER Regency Suites & Spa - Special Class
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
4 out of 5
Piyer Loti Cad No:7, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ￥23,005 per night from Oct 24 to Oct 25
￥23,005
per night
Oct 24 - Oct 25
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! (1,717 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff. Beds and pillows a little hard for us, but managed. Hotel is a real gem and the view when you step out of the lift on the top floor, for breakfast is breathtaking."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2024

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class
4 out of 5
Sultanahmet mah. Torun Sokak, No:19, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ￥38,174 per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
￥38,174
per night
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (831 reviews)
"The view from our room's balcony was absolutely incredible"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2024

Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel
5 out of 5
Divanyolu Cd. Alemdar Mah., Ticarethane Sk. No 10 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ￥20,452 per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
￥20,452
per night
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (679 reviews)
"It’s very nice but consider room size and rest of the thing price is high"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2024

Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel
AJWA Sultanahmet
AJWA Sultanahmet
5 out of 5
Emin Sinan Mah Piyerloti Cad No: 30, Sultanahmet, Istanbul
The price is ￥45,364 per night from Oct 9 to Oct 10
￥45,364
per night
Oct 9 - Oct 10
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! (671 reviews)
"Excellent location, professional staff and interesting decor."

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2024

AJWA Sultanahmet
Hotel Amira Istanbul
Hotel Amira Istanbul
Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi Mustafa, Pasa Sokak No: 43 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ￥24,731 per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
￥24,731
per night
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"It’s a small boutique hotel but the staffs were exceptionally friendly. They even have a gym on the basement. The room had a great view with a lovely balcony The room was spacious and clean. The bathroom has a bath(not a shower booth) but I was okay. They have rooftop bar/restaurant and the morning ..."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2024

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Other neighborhoods around Sultanahmet

Topkapi Palace which includes a bay or harbor, a city and a river or creek

Old City

Grand Bazaar and Hagia Sophia are top sights in Old City, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Cemberlitas Station or Sultanahmet Station to see more sights in the area.

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
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

Sultanahmet