Yakuplu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Blue Mosque
Named for its dazzling interior covered in blue tiles, this is a hub of Istanbul's religious life.
Hagia Sophia
A world famous monument to the ever-changing history of Istanbul, and one of the largest churches in the world.
Sultanahmet Square
Find out about the history of Sultanahmet Square, one of the top monuments in Istanbul. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Galata Tower
Standing for over 650 years, this imposing cylindrical lookout point continues to offer special views over the city of Istanbul.
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.
Activities
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table
Istanbul Highlights: Small-Group Tour with a Local Expert
Istanbul: Full-Day Highlights Tour with Guide and Lunch
Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option
Istanbul: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Grand Bazaar Tour
Istanbul : Historical Turkish Bath Experience in Old City
Our pick of the best Yakuplu Hotel Deals
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025
InterContinental Istanbul by IHG
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Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
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Other neighbourhoods around Yakuplu
Beylikdüzü
Travellers like the shopping in Beylikdüzü, and Beylikduzu Migros AVM is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Bakırköy
Spend some time visiting places like Istanbul Expo Center while getting to know Bakırköy, and be sure to check out the seaside views. You can hop aboard the metro at DTM - Istanbul Fuar Merkezi Station or Yenibosna Station to see more of the area.
Zeytinburnu
You might enjoy the seaside views while in Zeytinburnu. Fisekhane is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Mithatpasa Station or Aksemsettin Station to see more of the city.
Istanbul City Center
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Istanbul City Center. Check out top attractions like Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.
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.
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Sultanahmet Square to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
- Taksim Square
- Blue Mosque
- Hagia Sophia
- Galata Tower
- Grand Bazaar
- Topkapi Palace
- Mall of Istanbul
- Bosphorus Bridge
- Dolmabahçe Palace
- Bağdat Avenue
- Florya Beach
- Bahçeşehir Gölet Park
- Basilica Cistern
- Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre
- Medicana International Istanbul Hospital
- Süleymaniye Mosque