Gayrettepe Travel Guide
Istanbul
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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.

Hagia Sophia
Once a church, then a Byzantine cathedral, later a mosque and now a monument, this iconic building is a national treasure.

Blue Mosque
The nickname of this 17th-century structure refers to the brilliant color of its tiled interior.

Sultanahmet Square
Find out about the history of Sultanahmet Square, one of the top monuments in Istanbul. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.

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.
Things to do

Istanbul:Princess Island Büyükada with Island Electric Car

Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket and Audio Guide

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show

Istanbul: Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide

Istanbul: Bursa Day Trip with Lunch & Cable Car Ride
Top hotels in Gayrettepe

Melas Hotel Istanbul
A lovely modern hotel. The buffet breakfast was excellent, with a big choice of food. The staff were all friendly and helpful. The swimming pool was excellent and a good size for a hotel pool. The only downside was that the area was very busy, with lots of traffic, but you could not hear any traffic ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Dedeman Istanbul
Temiz, merkezi, güvenli, iyi hizmet veren, guleryuzlu ve iyi niyetli ekibiyle her zaman huzurla konakladigim otel
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel
The breakfast was the standout of my stay, excellent quality and variety. The location was also a major plus, with easy access to public transportation, making it simple to get around the city.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Mövenpick Hotel Istanbul Bosphorus
Mövenpick Hotel Bosphorus was an excellent choice for our first trip to Turkey. Everyone at the hotel made us feel genuinely welcome from the moment we arrived. The hotel was very clean, the amenities were great, and all of the food we tried was excellent. The breakfast buffet was especially amazing, ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
We had a room with a small terrace opening to the pool, which was still in the process of being opened. Staff generally were helpful and attentive, with the exception of the lobby bar where it was always a struggle to get someone to serve. Housekeeping and room service were excellent
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Was great
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gayrettepe

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.
