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 Aksaray
Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025
Selectum City Atasehir
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Aksaray
Fatih
Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Blue Mosque is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Yusufpasa Station to see more of Istanbul.
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 Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Sirkeci
Travellers choose Sirkeci for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sirkeci Station or Eminonu Station and check out top sights like Topkapi Palace.
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.
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.
- Blue Mosque
- Hagia Sophia
- Sultanahmet Square
- Galata Tower
- Grand Bazaar
- Topkapi Palace
- Bosphorus Bridge
- Istiklal Avenue
- Dolmabahçe Palace
- Florya Beach
- Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center
- Ataköy Marina
- Bahçeşehir Gölet Park
- Eminönü Square
- Basilica Cistern
- Kadıköy Port
- Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre
- Süleymaniye Mosque
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