Durusu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
A world famous monument to the ever-changing history of Istanbul, and one of the largest churches in the world.
Blue Mosque
Named for its dazzling interior covered in blue tiles, this is a hub of Istanbul's religious life.
Galata Tower
Standing for over 650 years, this imposing cylindrical lookout point continues to offer special views over the city of Istanbul.
Grand Bazaar
Visit one of the biggest and oldest covered markets in the world, a real taste (and smell and sound!) of the diversity that Turkey has to offer.
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.
Activities
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show
Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket and Audio Guide
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide
Istanbul:Princess Island Büyükada with Island Electric Car
Istanbul: Full-Day Highlights Tour with Guide and Lunch
Istanbul Highlights! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı and More
Our pick of the best Durusu Hotel Deals
Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
"Just amazing. Beds are so comfy, breakfast is out of this world, staff are super good and I found this place super clean. Highly recommend"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE
"For $300+ for a few hours of rest, I expected better. I expected toilet paper in the bathroom, and paper towels. It is certainly convenient but just skeeves me out a bit. The staff was responsive when asked, but I should not have had to. It was relatively quiet, but not totally. Unlikely I will return ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Elysian Airport Hotel & Restaurant
"Stayed in a Triple with a Balcony. The room was beautiful, the bathroom had a lovely shower and a small hamam basin, which was a nice touch. Upon arrival at 3:00pm, our room was not yet ready and we thus had to wait in reception for around 15 minutes before being able to check in - this was not a ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Ramada By Wyndham Arnavutkoy
"Absolutely perfect"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Wanda Vista Istanbul
"The reception staff were the absolute best"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Menalo Hotel Premium Istanbul Airport
"Rooms should be better maintained, lots of water damage on panoramic rooms"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Durusu
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.
Bakırköy
Spend some time visiting places like Istanbul Expo Center while getting to know Bakırköy, and be sure to check out the seaside views. You can hop aboard the metro at DTM - Istanbul Fuar Merkezi Station or Yenibosna Station to see more of the area.
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.
