Fatih Travel Guide

Istanbul

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The Sultanahmet Mosque (also known as the Blue Mosque because of the blue tiles that are used to decorate the interior) is one of the grandest and most famous mosques in Istanbul.

The mosque was criticized early on for having 6 minarets – the same number of the Great Mosque in Mecca. Sultan Ahmet overcame this problem by ordering a 7th minaret to be built at the Great Mosque.

One local anecdote claims that the original design called for several gold minarets. The architect realized that there wasn't enough gold in the empire to construct gold minarets, so he built six minarets instead. When questioned about his decision, the architect claimed that he mistakenly heard the instruction to be six ("altı" in Turkish) minarets rather than gold ("altın" in Turkish) minarets.

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This repurposed Medusa head helps to support the roof of the Basilica Cistern, built in the 6th century CE by the Byzantine emperor Justinian as part of Constantinople's water system.

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Top hotels in Fatih

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Piyer Loti Cad No:7 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is £87 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
£87
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,251 reviews)
Very good location and very friendly staff

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

Cankurtaran Mh. Istanbul Istanbul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £68 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
£68
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)
Tive uma estadia maravilhosa. O staff é muito atencioso e resolveu tudo que precisei em segundos. O hotel é extremamente bem localizado e confortável. Sem dúvidas um dos melhores atendimentos que já tive em um hotel.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Sultanahmet Mahallesi Kadi Cikmazi Sok. Istanbul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £68 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
£68
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,089 reviews)
A truly relaxing place to stay in Istanbul. The terrace views are incredible and the service was consistently good. Tuğba in the breakfast area stood out for her kindness and attention to detail. Manager Ali was very visible and clearly cares about the guest experience.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Seven Hills Palace & Spa
Holiday Inn Istanbul - Old City by IHG

Holiday Inn Istanbul - Old City by IHG

4 out of 5
Gencturk Cad. Sirvanizade Sokak No. 5 Istanbul
The price is £63 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
£63
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (886 reviews)
The room was fine but wifi sucks

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Istanbul - Old City by IHG
Recital Hotel

Recital Hotel

3 out of 5
Binbirdirek Mah., Piyerloti Caddesi 21 Istanbul
The price is £55 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
£55
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
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Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Recital Hotel
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

4 out of 5
Dr. Imran Oktem Cad. No:1 Istanbul
The price is £87 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
£87
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Staff is super professional and kind! Both in the breakfast room as well as in the reception! Room was incredibly beautiful with a stunning view of Sultanahmet! The rooftop restaurant where the breakfast is served it’s breathtaking! The hotel is located near everything you need and very close to ...

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul
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Other neighbourhoods around Fatih

Cumhuriyet Anıtı featuring street scenes, a city and a square or plaza

Istanbul City Center

4/5(122 area reviews)

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.

Istanbul City Center
Galata Tower featuring cruising, general coastal views and a city

Galata

Travellers choose Galata for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Karakoy Tünel Station and check out top sights like Galata Tower.

Galata
Bosphorus featuring a monument, a bay or harbor and a bridge

Sirkeci

Travellers choose Sirkeci for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sirkeci Station or Eminonu Station and check out top sights like Topkapi Palace.

Sirkeci
Panorama of Golden Horn Gulf and the Bosphorus in Istanbul

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.

Beyoğlu
Karaköy

Karaköy

Spend some time visiting places like Galata Tower while getting to know Karaköy, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Karakoy Station or Karakoy Tünel Station to see more of the area.

Karaköy
Blue Mosque which includes a fountain, a mosque and a pond

Sultanahmet

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Sultanahmet


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