Karaburun Travel Guide
Istanbul


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.

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.

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

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

Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul

Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide

Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Skip-the-line Entry & Guided Tour

Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar - Half-Day Small Group Tour

Open-Top Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour in Istanbul
Top hotels in Karaburun

Villa Siesta Hotel Istanbul Airport
The place is nice location, clean. And the staff really friendly. I will return to this hotel in the future.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

MQ Hotel Suites & SPA
Room is wat too small. Location is trouble. Bathroom way too small there's no way you could sitting on toilet with out of your knees wouldn't touch the sinks cabinets.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Airport Kumsal Otel
not bad, basic hotel near IST, across road from beach, good places to eat in Karaburun
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Villa Business Hotel Istanbul Airport
A wonderful place! Very helpful staff, everything taken care of. Great view of the Black Sea. The room was elegant. All perfect.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Marina Fener
Lovely hotel right by the Black Sea. The room was clean and comfortable and the concierge was very helpful. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Treekos Suite Hotel Istanbul Airport
My stay was excellent, the staff are very friendly and welcoming. On arrival, Expedia would not allow me to pick up my vehicle early despite my early flight landing. After taking a taxi to the hotel, they brought me back to the airport to pick up my rental car, which was very generous. The breakfast ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Karaburun

Maslak
Well liked for its restaurants and parks, Maslak is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Belgrad Forest and Parkorman, and jump on the metro at Ataturk Oto Sanayi Station to get around the city.

Beylikdüzü
Travellers like the shopping in Beylikdüzü, and Beylikduzu Migros AVM is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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 Bomontiada and Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre.

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.

Nişantaşı
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Nişantaşı. Spend some time visiting top spots like Abdi Ipekci Street, and catch the metro at Maçka Cable Car Station or Taşkışla Cable Car Station to see more of the area.

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.
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