Harbiye Travel Guide
Istanbul


Popular places to visit

Lutfi Kirdar Convention and Exhibition Centre
Learn about the events happening in Lutfi Kirdar Convention and Exhibition Centre during your trip to Istanbul. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.

St. Esprit Cathedral
Learn about the local history of Istanbul when you take a trip to St. Esprit Cathedral. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
Istanbul Congress Center
Learn about the events happening in Istanbul Congress Center during your trip to Istanbul. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Cemil Topuzlu Open Air Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Cemil Topuzlu Open Air Theatre during your trip to Istanbul. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Abdi Ipekci Street
During your trip to Istanbul, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Abdi Ipekci Street. Discover the cafes and its museums while you're in the area.
Macka Park
Macka Park is just one of the places to see in Istanbul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Things to do

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

Istanbul: Perfume Making Workshop with Bosphorus View

Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket and Audio Guide

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul

Istanbul:Princess Island Büyükada with Island Electric Car

Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide
Top hotels in Harbiye

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
"Staff were wonderful and always helpful"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Divan Istanbul
"Room was very spacious, and ultra clean! A/C worked well, and it was very easy to maintain a perfect room temperature. Never met a staff member who wasn't smiling. Morning breakfast buffet was an abundance of riches! (I won't dare tell how much weight I gained!) Highly recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus
"Wide unlimited breakfast choice. Staff friendly and extremely helpful with special reference to the tours and concierge lady who was first class The hotel for its age is in excellent condition"
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
"I stayed here twice - in September 2025 and again in May 2026 - and both stays were excellent. The staff are warm and professional, and the location is good for sightseeing by taxi, though less ideal for walking since the hotel sits on a hill. Nişantaşı is about 15 minutes away on foot, Dolmabahçe ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Titanic City Taksim
"Very clean and good location, near bus and metro and taksim square. Hotel was clean and staff were friendly. Spend 8 nights there with out issues"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
"The breakfast buffet is something above and beyound i ever seen"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Harbiye

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.

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.

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.

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.
