Karaburun 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.
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.
Topkapi Palace
The official residence of the Ottoman sultans for about four centuries is now accessible to the public and home to sacred relics.
Things to do
Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool
Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
Short Bosphorus Cruise Tour With Hotel Pickup And Audio Guide
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show
Acemoglu Historical Turkish Bath with Private Options
Top hotels in Karaburun
Villa Siesta Hotel Istanbul Airport
Good hotel with comfortable and spacious rooms and good view of the Black Sea, the staff is friendly.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
MQ Hotel Suites & SPA - Special Class
Room is wat too small. Location is trouble. Bathroom way too small there's no way you could sitting on toilet with out of your knees wouldn't touch the sinks cabinets.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Villa Business Hotel Istanbul Airport
A wonderful place! Very helpful staff, everything taken care of. Great view of the Black Sea. The room was elegant. All perfect.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Marina Fener
We booked the panoramic ocean view room. Upon check in, we were placed in the cheapest room (garden room). I asked the front desk and showed them my printed confirmation of what I booked and that the room we were given did not match and they said they would “upgrade” us the following night. On the ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Treekos Suite Hotel Istanbul Airport
My stay was excellent, the staff are very friendly and welcoming. On arrival, Expedia would not allow me to pick up my vehicle early despite my early flight landing. After taking a taxi to the hotel, they brought me back to the airport to pick up my rental car, which was very generous. The breakfast ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Airport Kumsal Otel
not bad, basic hotel near IST, across road from beach, good places to eat in Karaburun
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Karaburun
Beylikdüzü
Travellers like the shopping in Beylikdüzü, and Beylikduzu Migros AVM is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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 Bomontiada and Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre.
Beşiktaş
Spend some time visiting places like Zorlu Performing Arts Center 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.
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.
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.
