Balat Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Phanar Greek Orthodox College
Learn about the local history of Istanbul when you spend time at Phanar Greek Orthodox College. Make time to visit the area's notable monuments or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Saint Stephen’s Orthodox Church
Saint Stephen’s Orthodox Church is just one of the places to see in Istanbul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Greek Lycée of the Fener
You can learn about the history of Istanbul with a stop at Greek Lycée of the Fener. Add the area's notable monuments or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
Sultan Selim Mosque
Sultan Selim Mosque is just one of the places to see in Istanbul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Greek Othodox Patriarchate
Learn about the local history of Istanbul with a stop at Greek Othodox Patriarchate. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.
Fethiye Museum
You can study the exhibits at Fethiye Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Istanbul. Stroll along the seaside or visit the notable monuments in the area.
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 Balat Hotel Deals
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Was great service beautiful place friendly nice great
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
Clean room, luxury premises, everything top notch. You are locked into their restaurants though (nothing else near) which are quite pricey.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Divan Istanbul
Beautiful hotel, all staff were great. Only thing
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Sofitel Istanbul Taksim
This has to be the best hotel in Istanbul. 100%, no doubt.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
The room was spotless and the staff was superb!!
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Wyndham Grand Istanbul Kalamis Marina Hotel
Comfortable hotel
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balat
Fatih
Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Hagia Sophia 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 Hagia Sophia and Taksim Square, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the 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.
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.
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.
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.
