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

New Mosque is just one of the places to see in Istanbul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.

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 shops 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

Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht Istanbul Bosphorus

Bosphorus Sunset or Daytime Yacht Cruise with Snacks & Live Guide

AU$62
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Bosphorus Sunset or Daytime Yacht Cruise with Snacks & Live Guide
Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath,Massage , Sauna & Swimming Pool

Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool

AU$79
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul

AU$63
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
Istanbul: Full-Day Highlights Tour with Guide and Lunch

Istanbul: Full-Day Highlights Tour with Guide and Lunch

AU$82
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Full-Day Highlights Tour with Guide and Lunch
Istanbul: Unlimited Turkey Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Istanbul: Unlimited Turkey Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

AU$3
per traveller
Istanbul: Unlimited Turkey Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Blue Mosque

Istanbul Highlights: Small-Group Tour with a Local Expert

AU$145
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Istanbul Highlights: Small-Group Tour with a Local Expert
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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 ...
7/10 Good! (968 reviews)
"Had a great room that overlooked the Blue Mosque and city. Best location and walkable to everything. Wonderful restaurants. A huge shout out to the bellman Ozcan for his assistance and professionalism! Will definitely come back! Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

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Demiray Hotel & Spa

Demiray Hotel & Spa

5 out of 5
Hobyar Mah. Hocahani Sok.No 10, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (94 reviews)
"excellent friendly staff. Lovely view from restaurant. Very convenient to sights."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

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Demiray Hotel & Spa
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 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$465
4 Nov - 5 Nov
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! (1,013 reviews)
"Our stay here at the Ritz Carlton Istanbul was one of the most amazing stays ever from the beauty of the property to the cleanliness and the amazing amazing staff that made our stay the absolutely amazing stay it was! The care and love from everyone there was just amazing! Anytime we are back in ..."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
InterContinental Istanbul by IHG

InterContinental Istanbul by IHG

5 out of 5
Asker Ocagi Cad No: 1 Taksim, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is AU$296 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$296
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"The breakfast buffet is expensive at around $50+ and not all fruit was ripe, cold cuts were not good except cheese. Better to order a la carte."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

InterContinental Istanbul by IHG
CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul

CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul

5 out of 5
Gümüssuyu Mah. Inönü Cad. No:8, Istanbul, Istanbul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Clean room with great view of bosphorus sea, helpful staff with fast service, very good break fast. Located very close to bosphorus and also a 5 minute walk to taksim square"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

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CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul
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$157 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$157
4 Nov - 5 Nov
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,139 reviews)
"Guest services at checkout and room services"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
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Other neighbourhoods around Sirkeci

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Eminönü

Known for its breathtaking beach views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Eminönü. Check out top attractions like Grand Bazaar and Eminönü Square, and jump on the metro at Eminonu Station or Beyazit Station to see more of the city.

Eminönü
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

4.5/5(230 area reviews)

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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