Marmara Region Travel Guide
Where to stay in Marmara Region
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Grand Bazaar – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Taksim
Enjoy the popular shops in Taksim. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Taksim Station or Findikli Station to see more of Istanbul.
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 Grand Bazaar and Blue Mosque, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.
Kadıköy
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Kadıköy. Spend some time visiting top spots like Istanbul Toy Museum, and catch the metro at Bahariye Station or Acibadem Station to see more of the area.
Fatih
Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Grand Bazaar is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Yusufpasa Station to see more of Istanbul.
Beşiktaş
Spend some time visiting places like Zorlu Performing Arts Center while getting to know Beşiktaş, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Nispetiye Station or Etiler Station to see more of the area.
Reviewed on 28 May 2024
Reviewed on 28 May 2024
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Popular places to visit
Taksim Square
You can learn about the local history of Istanbul during your trip to a well-known site such as Taksim Square. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums.
Blue Mosque
The nickname of this 17th-century structure refers to the brilliant color of its tiled interior.
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.
Galata Tower
Istanbul’s medieval lookout point offers panoramic views across city’s historic district and the water of the Golden Horn.
Hagia Sophia
Once a church, then a Byzantine cathedral, later a mosque and now a monument, this iconic building is a national treasure.
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
- Grand Bazaar
- Galata Tower
- Hagia Sophia
- Topkapi Palace
- Bosphorus Bridge
- Bosphorus
- Sultanahmet Square
- Sarimsakli Beach
- Istiklal Avenue
- Dolmabahçe Palace
- Assos
- Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center
- Süleymaniye Mosque
- Basilica Cistern
- Bahçeşehir Gölet Park
- Florya Beach
- Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre
- Viaport Outlet Shopping
- Ataturk Olympic Stadium
- Eminönü Square
- Sedef Island