Kâğıthane Travel Guide
Istanbul




Popular places to visit

Istanbul Sapphire
Find out about the history of Istanbul when you spend time at Istanbul Sapphire. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its seaside.

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.

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.

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

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

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

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul

Short Bosphorus Cruise Tour With Hotel Pickup And Audio Guide

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

Acemoglu Historical Turkish Bath with Private Options

Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket with Guided Tour
Top hotels in Kâğıthane

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
A very positive stay with warm, attentive service throughout. Special thanks to Chef Mehmet Efir for making the experience feel personal and for being so accommodating — it made a real difference. I would gladly stay here again.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Divan Istanbul
Great choice
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
Clean room, luxury premises, everything top notch. You are locked into their restaurants though (nothing else near) which are quite pricey.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Perfect
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Staff were fantastic. Always ready to help. Room was clean and bedding extremely comfortable. Location was superb.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Wyndham Grand Istanbul Kalamis Marina Hotel
This hotel is our favorite and always perfect. Thank you
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kâğıthane

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.

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.

Maslak
Well liked for its restaurants and parks, Maslak is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Belgrad Forest and Parkorman, and jump on the metro at Ataturk Oto Sanayi Station to get around the city.

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.

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.
