Sultanahmet Travel Guide

Istanbul

Blue Mosque which includes a fountain, a mosque and a pond
Blue Mosque which includes heritage architecture, a mosque and religious elements
Blue Mosque featuring a mosque and heritage architecture
Gulhane Park featuring a park
Sultanahmet

Popular places to visit

Blue Mosque featuring heritage architecture, a mosque and religious aspects

Blue Mosque

4.5/5(685 reviews)

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

Blue Mosque
Hagia Sophia

Hagia Sophia

4.5/5(625 reviews)

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

Hagia Sophia
Sultanahmet Square

Sultanahmet Square

4.5/5(552 reviews)

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

Sultanahmet Square
Basilica Cistern showing religious aspects, interior views and a church or cathedral

Basilica Cistern

4.5/5(353 reviews)

The “Sunken Palace” is one of the most striking remnants of Byzantine Constantinople and is the largest of hundreds of ancient underground reservoirs in Istanbul.

Basilica Cistern
Turkish and Islamic Art Museum

Turkish and Islamic Art Museum

4.5/5(13 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Turkish and Islamic Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Istanbul. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

Turkish and Islamic Art Museum
Cemberlitas Bath

Cemberlitas Bath

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Find out about the history of Istanbul when you take a trip to Cemberlitas Bath. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

Cemberlitas Bath

Things to do

Istanbul: Unlimited Turkey Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Istanbul: Unlimited Turkey Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

£2
per traveller
Istanbul: Unlimited Turkey Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul

£33
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
From Istanbul: Full-Day Princes Island Tour with Lunch

From Istanbul: Full-Day Princes Island Tour with Lunch

£14
per adult
From Istanbul: Full-Day Princes Island Tour with Lunch
The dome and windows at the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul

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

£44
per adult
Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar - Half-Day Small Group Tour
Picture 4 for Activity Istanbul: Sightseeing Cruise Tour on the Bosphorus & Drinks

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide

£6
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide
Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht Istanbul

Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide

£39
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide
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Top hotels in Sultanahmet

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Piyer Loti Cad No:7, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is £112 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
£112
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa 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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,037 reviews)
"It's in the old part of the City."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

4 out of 5
Türbedar Sk. 20, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is £80 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
£80
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (486 reviews)
First Visit
"Fantastic location in the thick of the historic centre. Helpful and friendly staff, quick to recommend attractions and the best way to go about things. Also got tips on what to avoid and what to watch out for."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

Cankurtaran Mh., Tevkifhane Sokak 8, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is £129 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£129
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"This hotel was great, excellent, helpful staff and clean rooms. I had a bit of a problem with the AC, but this was quickly addressed, and I am happy with the way that it was dealt with. The location is also excellent."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
AJWA Sultanahmet

AJWA Sultanahmet

5 out of 5
Emin Sinan Mah Piyerloti Cad No: 30, Sultanahmet, Istanbul
The price is £262 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£262
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (816 reviews)
"We had a great experience at the Ajwa hotel in Istanbul. The hotel is quiet and elegant, staff are polite and helpful, the hotel rooms are well maintained and staff are willing to provide a great service to meet all your needs. The quality of breakfast is superb! A big thank you to Abdul Rehman for ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

AJWA Sultanahmet
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

4 out of 5
Dr. Imran Oktem Cad. No:1, Sultanahmet, Istanbul
The price is £105 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
£105
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"Staff is fantastic! Hotel is extremely conveniently located. I just wish the shower had more water pressure."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul
Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Sultanahmet Mahallesi Kadi Cikmazi Sok., No 11 1 Fatih, Istanbul
The price is £155 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£155
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa 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! (851 reviews)
"The view of the Bosporus makes this place one of a kind!"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Seven Hills Palace & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Sultanahmet

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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
Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry

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
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
Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry

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
Istanbul which includes a city, a marina and a sunset

Fatih

4.5/5(1,512 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Blue Mosque is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Yusufpasa Station to see more of Istanbul.

Fatih
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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 Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.

Istanbul City Center

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