Pera Travel Guide
Istanbul





Popular places to visit

Pera Palace Hotel
Learn about the local history of Istanbul when you spend time at Pera Palace Hotel. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums.
Pera Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Pera Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Istanbul. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums.
Church of St. Mary Draperis
After visiting Church of St. Mary Draperis, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Istanbul. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its seaside.
Sanatorium Gallery
You can study the exhibits at Sanatorium Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Istanbul. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its seaside.
Illusion Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Illusion Museum in Istanbul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Yapi Kredi Cultural Centre
After visiting Yapi Kredi Cultural Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Istanbul. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.
Things to do

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

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

Short Bosphorus Cruise Tour With Hotel Pickup And Audio Guide

Acemoglu Historical Turkish Bath with Private Options

Istanbul: Hagia Sophia Entry Ticket with Audio Guide
Top hotels in Pera

The Marmara Pera
Thank you Marmara Pera, whenever we travel to Istanbul, we stay in this beautiful hotel. Thank you for such a great customer service, and helping us with the refund. Because of this act of kindness, we will stay loyal and always return to this hotel in the future❤️ Great location, great breakfast, ...
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Pera Palace Hotel
Hotel was beautiful and the staff excellent
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Everything was super perfect
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
The room, the restaurant, and the arranged transportation to and from the Istanbul Airport were excellent. The staff was friendly and wanted to help. It is not luxurious, but it is clean, practical, and near the airport. Many of the cabin crews of different airlines stay there.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 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

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Nice Hotel perfect area to walk around
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pera

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 Taksim Square and Grand Bazaar, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.
