European Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit European Side
Where to stay in European Side
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Hagia Sophia to Sultanahmet Square – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Beşiktaş
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.
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 Hagia Sophia and Taksim Square, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.
Şişli
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 Şişli Mosque and Bomontiada.
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.
Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
"Nice hotel used by a lot of airline staff. The negatives are that the lack of food options in the area limit you to a restaurant across the street (cheap option) and the hotel restaurant in the lobby. The food for both were not the best and lacked the flavor you would find in the more populated parts ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Elysian Airport Hotel & Restaurant
"We stayed 1 night, everything was okay for short term staying with good price. Airport shuttle is more expensive then local taxis. Breakfast is chaged 14 - 18 euro for person. Only recommend this hotel for who has chace transferring flights. There are no transportation stations nearby, we just stayed ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE
"Convenient when having to catch an early flight the next morning"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Meroddi Beyoğlu Residence
"Excellent service. Very clean Highly recommended for anyone looking for a comfortable, clean and convenient place to stay . Stuffs are extremely helpful and kind. I enjoyed my stay …."
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Medusa Apart Hotel
Somerset Maslak Istanbul
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.
Hagia Sophia
Once a church, then a Byzantine cathedral, later a mosque and now a monument, this iconic building is a national treasure.
Grand Bazaar
Enter the maze of shop-lined streets in one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world to browse hundreds of thousands of hand-crafted objects.
Blue Mosque
The nickname of this 17th-century structure refers to the brilliant color of its tiled interior.
Galata Tower
Istanbul’s medieval lookout point offers panoramic views across city’s historic district and the water of the Golden Horn.
Sultanahmet Square
Find out about the history of Sultanahmet Square, one of the top monuments in Istanbul. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
Things to do
Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool
Istanbul: Perfume Making Workshop with Bosphorus View
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide
Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket and Audio Guide
Istanbul:Princess Island(Büyükada)& Island Electric Car Trip
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show
- Hagia Sophia
- Grand Bazaar
- Blue Mosque
- Sultanahmet Square
- Galata Tower
- Bosphorus Bridge
- Topkapi Palace
- Istiklal Avenue
- Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center
- Eminönü Square
- Bahçeşehir Gölet Park
- Florya Beach
- Dolmabahçe Palace
- Ataköy Marina
- Medicana International Istanbul Hospital
- Basilica Cistern
- Marmara Park Shopping Center
- Istanbul Congress Center
