Cagaloglu Travel Guide
Istanbul





Popular places to visit

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 notable monuments.

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.
Things to do

Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool

Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul

Short Bosphorus Cruise Tour With Hotel Pickup And Audio Guide

Bosphorus Sunset or Daytime Yacht Cruise with Snacks & Live Guide

Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar - Half-Day Small Group Tour
Top hotels in Cagaloglu

Demiray Hotel & Spa
Nice hotel. It was in an easy walking area. Clean and well maintained.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
We loved our stay at this hotel. It was very clean and spacious. The breakfast was great and the location was excellent, just a short walk from the main attractions and the tram stop is very close. What made is extra special was the staff! They were all very professional, had excellent recommendations ...
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Excellent hotel and great courteous service. My only peeve is that though it is a nice area but at 3/4 of a kilometer away from shopping areas.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

Recital Hotel
Clean hotel, nice rooms, good breakfast. The only issue was that it was a bit noisy at night. If you are not heavy sleeper the noise bothers you.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

The Marmara Taksim
Super friendly attentive staff. Huge breakfast. I would definitely come again!
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
Good location , clean rooms & helpful staff
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cagaloglu

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.

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.
Cagaloglu Travel Guide
- Blue Mosque
- Hagia Sophia
- Galata Tower
- Grand Bazaar
- Topkapi Palace
- Sultanahmet Square
- Istiklal Avenue
- Bosphorus Bridge
- Eminönü Square
- Dolmabahçe Palace
- Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center
- Florya Beach
- Ataköy Marina
- Bahçeşehir Gölet Park
- Kadıköy Port
- Viaport Outlet Shopping
- Basilica Cistern
- Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre
- Ülker Stadium
