Durusu 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.
Hagia Sophia
Once a church, then a Byzantine cathedral, later a mosque and now a monument, this iconic building is a national treasure.
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.
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
Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide
Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket and Audio Guide
Short Bosphorus Cruise Tour With Hotel Pickup And Audio Guide
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show
Top hotels in Durusu
Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
Excellent staff, very good hotel with very comfortable room. Definitely my first choice in my next trip.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Elysian Airport Hotel & Restaurant
Meh
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE
Air conditioning was not working. Could not sleep because it was extremely hot. Everything else seemed fine, but without AC it is hard to rest.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Wanda Vista Istanbul
Our experience was very bad. There were no daily room cleans, barely had the items needed to make coffee, no towel changes , the safe boxes were not working, the breakfast was mediocre and the staff was very indifferent to all of our complaints. Never again!
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
YOTEL Istanbul Airport LANDSIDE, City Entrance
Was ok not worth the amount of money spent!! I had the worst migraine hence paid extra money for early check in as I fell asleep there was technical issue the light came on stayed on for 15mins made my head worse I started to vomit no sincere apology for this I would never stay here again !
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Fourpoints Airport Hotel
The location was convenient, but unfortunately the security and hospitality were very disappointing. During our stay, a master key was left unattended right outside our room, which is a serious safety concern. I brought the key to the front desk to make them aware of the issue, but the staff was ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Durusu
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 Şişli Mosque and Bomontiada.
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.
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.
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.
