Aksaray 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.
Galata Tower
Standing for over 650 years, this imposing cylindrical lookout point continues to offer special views over the city of Istanbul.
Blue Mosque
Named for its dazzling interior covered in blue tiles, this is a hub of Istanbul's religious life.
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.
Topkapi Palace
Stately home to the Ottoman sultans for almost 400 years with an array of Turkish design and foreign art.
Activities
Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool
Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour
Half day Fener-Balat Walking Tour in Turkiye
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide
Our pick of the best Aksaray Hotel Deals
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Everything was great
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Spotless and clean staff was amazing i wish i couldve stayed longer!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
This was a great place to stay. Very helpful and friendly staff. The room, breakfast, and massage we got at the spa were all very good. There was one employee named Yusuf that helped us out alot with room service and at the restaurant. He did a really great job. I would recommend staying here ...
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Çırağan Hotel Bosphorus
Price performance
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul
Great view, great bed, excellent service, professional, we enjoyed the spa amenities and the location is very convenient
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Sofitel Istanbul Taksim
Location, staff were very good.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Aksaray
Fatih
Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Grand Bazaar is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Yusufpasa Station to see more of Istanbul.
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 Taksim Square and Grand Bazaar, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.
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 Grand Bazaar.
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
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.
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