Sirkeci Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sirkeci
Turkey showing café lifestyle, night scenes and a bridge
Rustem Pasha Mosque which includes a mosque, a bay or harbour and religious elements
Gulhane Park featuring flowers and a garden
Rustem Pasha Mosque which includes a mosque, heritage architecture and religious elements

Popular places to visit

Suleymaniye Mosque showing a mosque

Süleymaniye Mosque

Admire the stunning exterior architecture and captivating interior design of the grandest mosque in Istanbul.

Süleymaniye Mosque
Egyptian Bazaar

Egyptian Bazaar

During your trip to Istanbul, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Egyptian Bazaar. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.

Egyptian Bazaar
Rustem Pasha Mosque

Rustem Pasha Mosque

Nearly 500 years old, this secret treasure of spectacular tiles lies hidden in the middle of the Fatih district market.

Rustem Pasha Mosque
New Mosque

New Mosque

You can learn about the history of Istanbul with a trip to New Mosque. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its seaside.

New Mosque
İstanbul Museum of the History of Science & Technology in Islam

İstanbul Museum of the History of Science & Technology in Islam

You can study the exhibits at İstanbul Museum of the History of Science & Technology in Islam, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Istanbul. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its seaside.

İstanbul Museum of the History of Science & Technology in Islam

Eminönü Square

Learn about the local history of Istanbul with a stop at Eminönü Square. Discover the area's fascinating museums and stunning cathedral.

Eminönü Square

Activities

Blue Mosque

Istanbul Highlights: Small-Group Tour with a Local Expert

AU$130
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Istanbul Highlights: Small-Group Tour with a Local Expert
Picture 1 for Activity Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option

AU$11
per adult
Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option
Turkish Food Night and Rooftop Experience Istanbul

Turkish Food Night and Rooftop Experience Istanbul

AU$113
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Turkish Food Night and Rooftop Experience Istanbul
Istanbul: Asian Side Walking Tour with Ferry Ride

Istanbul: Asian Side Walking Tour with Ferry Ride

AU$45
per adult
Istanbul: Asian Side Walking Tour with Ferry Ride
Istanbul: Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop with Drinks & Snacks

Istanbul: Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop with Drinks & Snacks

AU$36
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop with Drinks & Snacks
Princes's Islands Tour With Live Tour Guide On Board

Princes's Islands Tour With Live Tour Guide On Board ( 2 islands)

AU$16
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Princes's Islands Tour With Live Tour Guide On Board ( 2 islands)
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Our pick of the best Sirkeci Hotel Deals

Legacy Ottoman Hotel

Legacy Ottoman Hotel

5 out of 5
Hobyar Mahallesi Hamidiye Cad. No: 16, Sirkeci, Istanbul, Istanbul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace ...
7.2/10 Good! (911 reviews)
"Beautiful building"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

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Legacy Ottoman Hotel
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$164 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$164
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,052 reviews)
Family trip
"This was our second family trip in Istanbul in the same hotel, we loved it again. The staff is always very respectfull, friendly and polite. The room was comfortable and clean, sea view. The breakfast was excellent, we were very happy overall."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 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$465 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$465
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (1,018 reviews)
"Mehmet the manager is amazing!"

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Piyer Loti Cad No:7, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is AU$231 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$231
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,045 reviews)
"Gret"

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Selectum City Atasehir

Selectum City Atasehir

5 out of 5
Dudullu Cd. 29, Istanbul, Istanbul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (844 reviews)
"All good many thanks"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

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Selectum City Atasehir
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$500 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
AU$500
14 Aug - 15 Aug
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! (1,012 reviews)
"The hotel is well-managed and has a customer-centric staff. We have not received a room upgrade upfront but only a couple of days after, when we complained about the noise during the night coming from the rooftop lounge."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
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Other neighbourhoods around Sirkeci

Blue Mosque which includes a pond, a mosque and a fountain

Sultanahmet

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

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

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.

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

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.

Beyoğlu
Istanbul featuring a sunset, general coastal views and a marina

Fatih

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
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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.

Taksim

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