Old City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal cityscape with a large cruise ship docked near a historic building with a prominent tower.
A mosque interior with ornate arches, a large dome, and intricate tile work.
A crowded indoor market with ornate arches and hanging signs.
A historic building with a prominent tower and dome, surrounded by trees and other structures.
A covered corridor with arches and columns, leading to a view of a park and a building with a dome.

Stay near popular Old City attractions

A historic mosque with a large central dome and two minarets, surrounded by trees and a reflective pool.

Hagia Sophia

9.4/10 (28,162 reviews)
A world famous monument to the ever-changing history of Istanbul, and one of the largest churches in the world.
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Activities

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

AU$43
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show
Istanbul: Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition

Istanbul: Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition

AU$45
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide

Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide

AU$48
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide
Istanbul:Sultanahmet Old City Tour with Lunch and Transfer

Istanbul:Sultanahmet Old City Tour with Lunch and Transfer

AU$16
per adult
Istanbul:Sultanahmet Old City Tour with Lunch and Transfer
Istanbul: Princes Islands Tour with Hotel Transfer & Lunch

Istanbul: Princes Islands Tour with Hotel Transfer & Lunch

AU$32
per adult
Istanbul: Princes Islands Tour with Hotel Transfer & Lunch
Picture 1 for Activity Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option

AU$16
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option
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Our pick of the best Old City Hotel Deals

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Piyer Loti Cad No:7 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is AU$260 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
AU$260
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,281 reviews)
"Its my second time at this hotel. Very good location, helpful people, great breakfast."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

4 out of 5
Dr. Imran Oktem Cad. No:1 Istanbul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$182 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$182
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul
The Lola Hotel

The Lola Hotel

Katip Sinan Cami Sk. Istanbul Istanbul
The price is AU$46 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
AU$46
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Sultanahmet Square and Blue Mosque are located ...
6.4/10 (169 reviews)
"We had a fantastic stay at this hotel in Istanbul. The location was excellent, making it easy to explore the city’s main attractions, restaurants, and shops. The staff were incredibly welcoming, professional, and always willing to help with any questions or requests. Our room was spotless, comfortable, ..."

Reviewed on 20 June 2026

The Lola Hotel
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

4 out of 5
Türbedar Sk. 20 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is AU$175 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$175
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (951 reviews)
"This was a great hotel in a great location in old town. The hotel was very clean and the staff were very friendly and very accommodating and always willing to help with great restaurant recommendations or planning day trips. The restaurant in the hotel had tasty Turkish street food options. The breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
GLK PREMIER Sea Mansion Suites & Spa - Special Class

GLK PREMIER Sea Mansion Suites & Spa - Special Class

Kucukayasofya Mh Mustafapasa Sk No 9 Istanbul
The price is AU$175 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$175
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
GLK PREMIER Sea Mansion Suites & Spa - Special Class
Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Sultanahmet Mahallesi Kadi Cikmazi Sok. Istanbul
The price is AU$211 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$211
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,322 reviews)
"Well this hotel is a real palace . Beautiful inside an outside on the grounds . I have nt been to the Italian coast but I felt like I was there . There were lemon trees by the pool area . There were grape vines and the nicest most helpful staff. They upgraded my room for me for free . It was wonderful ..."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

Seven Hills Palace & Spa
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Our guide on where to stay in Old City

Find the best Old City areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Old City
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A red tram with the number 115 on a busy street.

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.

A fountain with water jets in a circular pool, a mosque with multiple minarets, and palm trees in the foreground.

Sultanahmet

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Hagia Sophia to Sultanahmet Square – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A coastal building with a red roof, white walls, and a flag on top, situated on a rocky shoreline with calm sea in the background.

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.

A grand neoclassical building with ornate columns and a symmetrical facade, surrounded by manicured gardens and a clear blue sky.

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.

A cityscape at dusk with prominent towers and domes, illuminated buildings, and a dense urban layout.

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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