Durusu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Durusu
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
"This hotel presents as clean and good for a quick airport layover stay. Not sure if I’d stay for a long journey. The room card entry panels weren’t working so the staff had to walk guest to the room, unlock the room and then if you needed to go out and go back and we had to go back to the front desk ..."
Reviewed on 3 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
"Great facility for airport transfers"
Reviewed on 3 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
Our guide on where to stay in Durusu
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Sultanahmet Square to Blue Mosque – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Kadıköy
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Kadıköy. Spend some time visiting top spots like Bosphorus, and catch the metro at Bahariye Station or Acibadem 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.
Istanbul City Center
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Istanbul City Center. Check out top attractions like Grand Bazaar and Sultanahmet Square, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.
