Ortaköy Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by John Van Vleck
Photo by John Van Vleck

Popular places to visit

Blue Mosque featuring religious elements, heritage architecture and a mosque

Blue Mosque

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

Blue Mosque
Galata Tower

Galata Tower

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

Galata Tower
Taksim Square

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.

Taksim Square
Grand Bazaar

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.

Grand Bazaar
Hagia Sophia

Hagia Sophia

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

Hagia Sophia
Topkapi Palace

Topkapi Palace

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

Topkapi Palace

Activities

Ortakoy

Private Photoshoot in Istanbul – Capture Your Memories

AU$134
per adult
Private Photoshoot in Istanbul – Capture Your Memories
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

AU$41
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table
Hagia Sophia

Istanbul Must See:Hagia Sophia Bluemosqu Topkapı Basilica Cistern Bosphorus Tour

AU$133
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Istanbul Must See:Hagia Sophia Bluemosqu Topkapı Basilica Cistern Bosphorus Tour
Istanbul: Full-Day Highlights Tour with Guide and Lunch

Istanbul: Full-Day Highlights Tour with Guide and Lunch

AU$85
per adult
Istanbul: Full-Day Highlights Tour with Guide and Lunch
Istanbul : Historical Turkish Bath Experience in Old City

Istanbul : Historical Turkish Bath Experience in Old City

AU$45
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Istanbul : Historical Turkish Bath Experience in Old City
Basilica of St.John

Daily Trip to House of Virgin Mary, Ancient City of Ephesus, Basilica of St.John

AU$132
per adult
Daily Trip to House of Virgin Mary, Ancient City of Ephesus, Basilica of St.John
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Our pick of the best Ortaköy Hotel Deals

Crowne Plaza Istanbul Ortakoy Bosphorus by IHG
Crowne Plaza Istanbul Ortakoy Bosphorus by IHG
5 out of 5
Dereboyu Caddesi.No:10 34347 Besiktas, Istanbul
The price is AU$241 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$241
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (214 reviews)
"Staff was friendly however, we were charged 500 pounds as a deposit and they took 20 without giving any details since we did not use any service. Only downside was the bridge lights were off throughout our visit which was the reason we chose this hotel so money wasted."

Reviewed on 8 Apr. 2025

Crowne Plaza Istanbul Ortakoy Bosphorus by IHG
Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
5 out of 5
Inonu Cad. No 22, Kucukyali Maltepe, Istanbul
The price is AU$182 per night from 3 May to 4 May
AU$182
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"10/10"

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2025

Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
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$570 per night from 9 May to 10 May
AU$570
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
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! (1,005 reviews)
"This property is wonderful, good location within the walking distance to the Palace, the pier and a lot of restaurants. The staff was a very friendly and helpful. The breakfast buffet is a must have to try before you heading out for sightseeing."

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
ISG Sabiha Gokcen Airport Hotel - Special Class
ISG Sabiha Gokcen Airport Hotel - Special Class
4 out of 5
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Int'l Airport, Pendik, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is AU$217 per night from 8 May to 9 May
AU$217
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,509 reviews)
"decent airport hotel. Just make sure that as you’re going through the airport looking for signs, that you remember to look behind you when you get off escalators, etc."

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2025

ISG Sabiha Gokcen Airport Hotel - Special Class
Cityloft 161
Cityloft 161
Zümrüt Sokak, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is AU$77 per night from 8 May to 9 May
AU$77
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,217 reviews)
"The only problem is there is no parking."

Reviewed on 12 Jan. 2025

Cityloft 161
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$492 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$492
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Superb 10/10"

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2025

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
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Other neighbourhoods around Ortaköy

Bosphorus Bridge showing a bridge, a coastal town and a river or creek

Beşiktaş

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

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.

Beşiktaş
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Üsküdar

The seaside views and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Üsküdar. Bosphorus and Camlica Hill are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Altunizade Station or Bulgurlu Station to get around the larger area.

Üsküdar
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Nişantaşı

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Nişantaşı. Spend some time visiting top spots like Abdi Ipekci Street, and catch the metro at Maçka Cable Car Station or Taşkışla Cable Car Station to see more of the area.

Nişantaşı
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Şişli

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

Travellers love Şişli for its popular shops, and you can see more of Istanbul by jumping on the metro at Sisli Station or Osmanbey Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre and Mecidiyekoy Square.

Şişli
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Taksim

4/5(72 area reviews)

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.

Taksim
Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry

Beyoğlu

Enjoy the popular shops in Beyoğlu. Galata Tower is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Tophane Station to see more of Istanbul.

Beyoğlu

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