European Side Travel Guide
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Where to stay in European Side
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – 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.
Beşiktaş
Spend some time visiting places like Bosphorus 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.
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 Blue Mosque and Taksim Square, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.
Şişli
Travellers love Şişli for its popular shops, and you can see more of Istanbul by jumping on the metro at Sisli Station or Osmanbey Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Şişli Mosque and Bomontiada.
Beyoğlu
Enjoy the popular shops in Beyoğlu. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Tophane Station to see more of Istanbul.
YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE
Good overall but mostly overpriced.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
Property is near the airport. Easy to take a taxi (cost around $15 USD) there. Hotel doesn’t provide shuttle. Clean room and good internet. I stayed here because I needed to take a morning flight and it worked out well. The breakfast was wonderful!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
YOTEL Istanbul Airport LANDSIDE, City Entrance
Good
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Element Suites
Somerset Maslak Istanbul
Radisson Residences Vadistanbul
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.
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.
Things to do
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Acemoglu Historical Turkish Bath with Private Options
Half day Fener-Balat Walking Tour in Turkiye
Istanbul Hop On Hop Off Bus\24 Hours Ticket
Istanbul: Miniatürk Open-Air Miniature Park Skip-the-Line
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- Blue Mosque
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- Topkapi Palace
- Bosphorus Bridge
- Sultanahmet Square
- Istiklal Avenue
- Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center
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- Florya Beach
- Eminönü Square
- Tupras Stadium
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- Rams Park
- Pera Palace Hotel
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- Süleymaniye Mosque
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