Sirkeci Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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 stunning cathedral.
Süleymaniye Mosque
Admire the stunning exterior architecture and captivating interior design of the grandest mosque in Istanbul.
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.
Rustem Pasha Mosque
Nearly 500 years old, this secret treasure of spectacular tiles lies hidden in the middle of the Fatih district market.
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.
Eminönü Square
Learn about the local history of Istanbul with a stop at Eminönü Square. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Activities
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
Half day Fener-Balat Walking Tour in Turkiye
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide
Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket with Guided Tour
Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar - Half-Day Small Group Tour
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table
Our pick of the best Sirkeci Hotel Deals
Demiray Hotel & Spa
Nice hotel. It was in an easy walking area. Clean and well maintained.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Golden Horn Bosphorus Hotel
Good staff and great manners
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Excellent hotel and great courteous service. My only peeve is that though it is a nice area but at 3/4 of a kilometer away from shopping areas.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Recital Hotel
Clean hotel, nice rooms, good breakfast. The only issue was that it was a bit noisy at night. If you are not heavy sleeper the noise bothers you.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
The Marmara Taksim
Super friendly attentive staff. Huge breakfast. I would definitely come again!
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
Good location , clean rooms & helpful staff
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sirkeci
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
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.
Fatih
Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Grand Bazaar is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Yusufpasa Station to see more of Istanbul.
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.
