Cagaloglu Travel Guide

Istanbul
Topkapi Palace showing a river or creek, a city and a bay or harbour

Popular places to visit

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New Mosque

3.5/5(2 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Istanbul with a trip to New Mosque. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its seaside.

New Mosque
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Taksim Square

4/5(599 reviews)

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.

Taksim Square
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Blue Mosque

4.5/5(685 reviews)

The nickname of this 17th-century structure refers to the brilliant color of its tiled interior.

Blue Mosque
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Grand Bazaar

4.5/5(691 reviews)

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.

Grand Bazaar
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Galata Tower

4/5(437 reviews)

Istanbul’s medieval lookout point offers panoramic views across city’s historic district and the water of the Golden Horn.

Galata Tower
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Hagia Sophia

4.5/5(625 reviews)

Once a church, then a Byzantine cathedral, later a mosque and now a monument, this iconic building is a national treasure.

Hagia Sophia

Things to do

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Monuments of Ottoman Empire Tour - Skip the Line Tickets

฿3,819
Per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Monuments of Ottoman Empire Tour - Skip the Line Tickets
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Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar - Half-Day Small Group Tour

฿1,910
Per adult
Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar - Half-Day Small Group Tour
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Cruise to the Princes' Islands

฿4,583
Per adult
Cruise to the Princes' Islands
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Istanbul Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes and Turkish Orchestra

฿1,304
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Istanbul Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes and Turkish Orchestra
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Turkish Food Night and Rooftop Experience

฿2,079
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Turkish Food Night and Rooftop Experience
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Istanbul Hodjapasha - Rhythm of Dance Show

฿1,304
Per adult
Istanbul Hodjapasha - Rhythm of Dance Show
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Top hotels in Cagaloglu

Legacy Ottoman Hotel
Legacy Ottoman Hotel
5 out of 5
Hobyar Mahallesi Hamidiye Cad. No: 16, Sirkeci, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ฿3,706 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
฿3,706
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (679 reviews)
Good hotel, good location
"Good hotel at a good location for shopping and the urban experience. Close to Bosphorus, plenty of eateries close by, the Bazar vibe. Upstairs good restaurant with a beautiful view. Hotel itself was nice, staff courteous and helpful. The reason I gave it a 4 not 5 was the unavalability and scarcity ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024

Legacy Ottoman Hotel
Fer Hotel
Fer Hotel
Molla Fenari St, Türbedar St. No 12, Nuruosmaniye / Sultanahmet, Istanbul
The price is ฿7,738 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
฿7,738
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (468 reviews)
Excellent stay
"Excellent service, clean hotel. Great location, walking distance to food, shops and blue mosque and Aaya Sophoa. Will use them again if I ever come back"

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024

Fer Hotel
Sirkeci Mansion
Sirkeci Mansion
4.5 out of 5
Taya Hatun Cad No 5, Sirkeci, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ฿8,927 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
฿8,927
per night
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (809 reviews)
"This was a wonderful and warm experience. The staff were lovely and knowledgeable, and the hotel itself was unique. It was a wonderful place to stay for the 6 days we were in Istanbul!"

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2024

Sirkeci Mansion
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
5 out of 5
Suzer Plaza, Askerocagi Caddesi, No:6, Elmadag/Sisli, Istanbul
The price is ฿11,605 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
฿11,605
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (872 reviews)
"The staff at the Ritz-Carlton were friendly and very helpful and in the Club Lounge they got to know us and were able to provide what we needed. Thank you!"

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
5 out of 5
Visnezade Mah. Acisu Sok. NO. 19, Macka Besiktas, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ฿12,400 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
฿12,400
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,016 reviews)
"Great hotel"

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2024

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
The Marmara Taksim
The Marmara Taksim
5 out of 5
Taksim Square, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ฿7,414 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
฿7,414
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Excellent hotel"

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024

The Marmara Taksim
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Other neighbourhoods around Cagaloglu

Rustem Pasha Mosque which includes a bay or harbour, a mosque and a city

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 Grand Bazaar.

Sirkeci
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Eminönü

Known for its breathtaking beach views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Eminönü. Check out top attractions like Grand Bazaar and Eminönü Square, and jump on the metro at Eminonu Station or Beyazit Station to see more of the city.

Eminönü
Topkapi Palace showing a river or creek, a city and a bay or harbour

Old City

Enjoy the popular shops in Old City. Grand Bazaar is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Cemberlitas Station or Sultanahmet Station to see more of Istanbul.

Old City
Blue Mosque which includes a fountain, a mosque and a pond

Sultanahmet

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Grand Bazaar – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Sultanahmet
Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry

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.

Karaköy
Galata Tower featuring cruising, general coastal views and a city

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.

Galata

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