Sirkeci Travel Guide
Istanbul
Popular places to visit
Süleymaniye Mosque
This 16th-century mosque is not only the largest active mosque in Istanbul, but also one of the city’s most symbolic.
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.
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 shops.
Rustem Pasha Mosque
See a hidden gem of Istanbul, an Ottoman house of prayer nearly 500 years old, with magnificent tiles, built in the middle of the market in the Fatih district.
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 notable monuments 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 stunning cathedral.
Things to do
Short Bosphorus Cruise Tour With Hotel Pickup And Audio Guide
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show
Acemoglu Historical Turkish Bath with Private Options
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket with Guided Tour
Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar - Half-Day Small Group Tour
Top hotels in Sirkeci
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
Absolutely amazing stay Great location Great service Great room Great view I would like to thank Utan and Majid for being so amazingly hospitable
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
We had an amazing stay here. The staff was extremely courteous and helpful. They were very accommodating when we got there at 7 am coz of our early morning flight.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
The Marmara Taksim
Great customer support, convenience and cleanliness.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Dedeman Bostancı
Yes
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Recital Hotel
Fantastic rooms and location.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 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.
