Esenkent Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Taksim Square

Taksim Square

4/5(78 reviews)

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.

Taksim Square
Blue Mosque featuring religious elements, heritage architecture and a mosque

Blue Mosque

4.5/5(77 reviews)

Named for its dazzling interior covered in blue tiles, this is a hub of Istanbul's religious life.

Blue Mosque
Hagia Sophia

Hagia Sophia

4.5/5(80 reviews)

A world famous monument to the ever-changing history of Istanbul, and one of the largest churches in the world.

Hagia Sophia
Grand Bazaar

Grand Bazaar

4.5/5(88 reviews)

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.

Grand Bazaar
Galata Tower

Galata Tower

4/5(64 reviews)

Standing for over 650 years, this imposing cylindrical lookout point continues to offer special views over the city of Istanbul.

Galata Tower
Topkapi Palace

Topkapi Palace

4.5/5(65 reviews)

Stately home to the Ottoman sultans for almost 400 years with an array of Turkish design and foreign art.

Topkapi Palace

Activities

Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht Istanbul Bosphorus

Bosphorus Sunset or Daytime Yacht Cruise with Snacks & Live Guide

AU$71
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Bosphorus Sunset or Daytime Yacht Cruise with Snacks & Live Guide
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul

AU$64
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath,Massage , Sauna & Swimming Pool

Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath,Massage , Sauna & Swimming Pool

AU$80
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath,Massage , Sauna & Swimming Pool
Istanbul: Full-Day Highlights Tour with Guide and Lunch

Istanbul: Full-Day Highlights Tour with Guide and Lunch

AU$82
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Full-Day Highlights Tour with Guide and Lunch
Istanbul: Unlimited Turkey Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Istanbul: Unlimited Turkey Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

AU$4
per traveller
Istanbul: Unlimited Turkey Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Blue Mosque

Istanbul Highlights: Small-Group Tour with a Local Expert

AU$129
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Istanbul Highlights: Small-Group Tour with a Local Expert
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Our pick of the best Esenkent Hotel Deals

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

5 out of 5
Suzer Plaza, Askerocagi Caddesi, No:6, Elmadag/Sisli, Istanbul
The price is AU$464 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$464
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"It was lovely, the location was great too"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Divan Istanbul

Divan Istanbul

5 out of 5
Asker Ocagi Cd. No:1, Taksim, Sisli, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is AU$311 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$311
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"it was my bithdau and also my husband birthday hotel gifted us a birthday cake also 50% discount on spa so friendly staff compering other 5 star hotels in istabbul room was big and lots of space for our staff , we have stay 14 days and we enjoyed our stay highly recommended"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Divan Istanbul
InterContinental Istanbul by IHG

InterContinental Istanbul by IHG

5 out of 5
Asker Ocagi Cad No: 1 Taksim, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is AU$295 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$295
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

InterContinental Istanbul by IHG
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

5 out of 5
Visnezade Mah. Acisu Sok. NO. 19, Macka Besiktas, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is AU$408 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$408
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,074 reviews)
Its a great hotel
"It's a great Hotel!!! Wonderful Service and food!"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
The Marmara Taksim

The Marmara Taksim

5 out of 5
Taksim Square, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is AU$290 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$290
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Wow just wow great location great room and staff club level was wonderful and again really nice staff if it taksim you want to stay near this is the only choice"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

The Marmara Taksim
CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul

CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul

5 out of 5
Gümüssuyu Mah. Inönü Cad. No:8, Istanbul, Istanbul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Totaly satisfied honestly"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Esenkent

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Beylikdüzü

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

Beylikdüzü
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Bakırköy

4/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Bakırköy
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Istanbul City Center

4.5/5(18 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
Istanbul featuring a sunset, general coastal views and a marina

Fatih

4.5/5(230 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
Galata Tower featuring a city, cruising and general coastal views

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
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Eminönü

Known for its breathtaking beach views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Eminönü. Check out top attractions like Grand Bazaar and Eminönü Square, and jump on the metro at Eminonu Station or Beyazit Station to see more of the city.

Eminönü

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