Tophane Travel Guide
Istanbul
Popular places to visit
Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam
Enjoy an outing to Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam during your stay in Istanbul. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its seaside.
Istanbul Museum of Modern Art
You can browse the exhibits at Istanbul Museum of Modern Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Istanbul. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.
Mixer Art Gallery
You can study the exhibits at Mixer Art Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Istanbul. Add the area's stunning cathedral or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Kilic Ali Pasha Mosque
Kilic Ali Pasha Mosque 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 stunning cathedral or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Nusretiye Mosque
After visiting Nusretiye Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Istanbul. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its seaside.
Sanatkarlar Parki
After visiting Sanatkarlar Parki, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Istanbul. Add the area's stunning cathedral 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
Istanbul:Princess Island Büyükada with Island Electric Car
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide
Top hotels in Tophane
Pera Bosphorus Hotel
"The staff were so helpful specifically izmet and nesrin. They recommended really nice places to visit and made sure to order us taksis everyday. I highly recommend this hotel. It’s in a great location and the terrace has an amazing view."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus
"everything was very good"
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
"Staff were wonderful and always helpful"
Reviewed on 18 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
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
Other neighbourhoods around Tophane
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.
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.
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.
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Hagia Sophia to Sultanahmet Square – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
