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Besiktas is a business-friendly neighborhood that's popular for its restaurants, bars, and cafes. Start by booking your hotel in Besiktas, and then enjoy the sights in the greater Istanbul area.

Sightseeing around Besiktas

The monuments and historic sites offer insight into the area's history, while the museums add a sense of refinement. Browse the collections at Maritime Museum, Istanbul Military Museum, or Taksim Republic Art Gallery. Attractions like Istanbul Jazz Center, Zorlu Center Performing Arts Center, and Cemal Resit Rey Concert Hall highlight the local culture. Bosphorus Bridge, Ortakoy Mosque, and Sinan Pasha Mosque are monuments worth a look. Learn about the local history at Yildiz Palace, Ihlamur Palace, and Beylerbeyi Palace. Be sure to get some family photos at Suada Island, Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam, and Miniaturk.

Popular activities in the area include shopping, attending sporting events, and being pampered at a spa. You can spend a leisurely afternoon outside at Yildiz Park, Camlica Hill, or Macka Park. Looking for a little retail therapy? Consider a shopping trip to Astoria Istanbul Shopping Center, Akmerkez, and Metrocity Shopping Mall. If you've got some more time, you won't be disappointed by Ortakoy Pier, Besiktas Pier, and Arnavutkoy Pier.

A few of the most popular sights in the area include Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, and Basilica Cistern. Ortakoy Square, Ozdilek Park Istanbul, and Mecidiyekoy Square are other must-sees.

Getting around Besiktas

Ready to get out and explore the city? Gayrettepe Station is the closest metro station. You can inquire about options for water travel at the marina.

Besiktas is 11.9 miles (19.1 km) from the airport in Istanbul (IST-Ataturk Intl.). The next closest airport is Istanbul (SAW-Sabiha Gokcen Intl.), located 18.3 miles (29.5 km) away.