Macka Travel Guide
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.
Blue Mosque
The nickname of this 17th-century structure refers to the brilliant color of its tiled interior.
Hagia Sophia
Once a church, then a Byzantine cathedral, later a mosque and now a monument, this iconic building is a national treasure.
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
Istanbul’s medieval lookout point offers panoramic views across city’s historic district and the water of the Golden Horn.
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.
Things to do
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table
Istanbul: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Grand Bazaar Tour
3 Hours Bosphorus Boat Cruise with Stop in Asia Side
Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Skip-the-line Entry & Guided Tour
Troy: Full-Day Tour from Istanbul
From Istanbul: Day Trip to Cappadocia with Flight & Lunch
Top hotels in Macka
Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
Selectum City Atasehir
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Macka
Nişantaşı
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Nişantaşı. Spend some time visiting top spots like Abdi Ipekci Street, and catch the metro at Maçka Cable Car Station or Taşkışla Cable Car Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
- Abdi Ipekci Street
- Blue Mosque
- Hagia Sophia
- Sultanahmet Square
- Galata Tower
- Grand Bazaar
- Topkapi Palace
- Bosphorus Bridge
- Istiklal Avenue
- Dolmabahçe Palace
- Florya Beach
- Ataköy Marina
- Viaport Outlet Shopping
- Bahçeşehir Gölet Park
- Eminönü Square
- Basilica Cistern
- Kadıköy Port
- Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre