Sultanahmet Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Blue Mosque showing a mosque, religious elements and heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

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Blue Mosque

4.5/5(77 reviews)

The bright blue ceramic tiles that line the interior of this great traditional mosque are a sight to behold.

Blue Mosque
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Hagia Sophia

4.5/5(80 reviews)

Throughout its various incarnations as a church, an Orthodox cathedral, a mosque, and a museum, this magnificent structure has dominated Istanbul's skyline.

Hagia Sophia
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Sultanahmet Square

4.5/5(54 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Istanbul with a stop at Sultanahmet Square. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.

Sultanahmet Square
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Basilica Cistern

4.5/5(45 reviews)

Visit the Sunken Palace, the city's largest and most impressive Byzantine underground reservoir, for a tourist experience unique to Istanbul.

Basilica Cistern
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Turkish and Islamic Art Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Turkish and Islamic Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Istanbul. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

Turkish and Islamic Art Museum
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Cemberlitas Bath

1/5(1 review)

Find out about the history of Istanbul when you take a trip to Cemberlitas Bath. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

Cemberlitas Bath

Activities

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Istanbul Historical Tour with Guide, Lunch and Transfers

NZ$251
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Istanbul Historical Tour with Guide, Lunch and Transfers
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Monuments of Ottoman Empire Tour - Skip the Line Tickets

NZ$176
Per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Monuments of Ottoman Empire Tour - Skip the Line Tickets
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Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide

NZ$88
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide
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Topkapi Palace with Harem and Blue Mosque Guided Tour

NZ$83
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Topkapi Palace with Harem and Blue Mosque Guided Tour
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Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar - Half-Day Small Group Tour

NZ$88
Per adult
Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar - Half-Day Small Group Tour
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Cruise to the Princes' Islands

NZ$211
Per adult
Cruise to the Princes' Islands
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Our pick of the best Sultanahmet Hotel Deals

Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel
5 out of 5
Divanyolu Cd. Alemdar Mah., Ticarethane Sk. No 10 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is NZ$249 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$249
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (579 reviews)
"The pool was beautiful and my Hamam experience and massage were wonderful. The room was super and the location was a must to be close to the Blu Mosque and Hagia Sofya!"

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
4 out of 5
Piyer Loti Cad No:7, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is NZ$284 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
NZ$284
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,544 reviews)
Great stay
"The Hotel is Old but Clean and well maintained . Friendly and Warm staff complement the Hotel"

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
4 out of 5
Cankurtaran Mh., Tevkifhane Sokak 8, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is NZ$310 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$310
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (751 reviews)
"Great location, breakfast and view from the rooftop restaurant!"

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
AJWA Sultanahmet
AJWA Sultanahmet
5 out of 5
Emin Sinan Mah Piyerloti Cad No: 30, Sultanahmet, Istanbul
The price is NZ$523 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
NZ$523
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (630 reviews)
"The service was very good. The room was excellent. The only recommendation is that the hotel needs to assign a time without extra charge that the family couples can enjoy the pool and gym together as the hours for women and men was different."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

AJWA Sultanahmet
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class
4 out of 5
Sultanahmet mah. Torun Sokak, No:19, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is NZ$379 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
NZ$379
per night
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (665 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and helpful, excellent location across the street from the Blue Mosque and a bazaar."

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class
Seven Hills Palace & Spa
Seven Hills Palace & Spa
Sultanahmet Mahallesi Kadi Cikmazi Sok., No 11 1 Fatih, Istanbul
The price is NZ$271 per night from 28 May to 29 May
NZ$271
per night
28 May - 29 May
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (356 reviews)
"Lovely small hotel with very good amenities, very friendly and helpful staff and a great location if you're looking to discover the old city"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Seven Hills Palace & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Sultanahmet

Topkapi Palace showing a river or creek, a city and a bay or harbour

Old City

Enjoy the popular shops in Old City. Grand Bazaar is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Cemberlitas Station or Sultanahmet Station to see more of Istanbul.

Old City
Rustem Pasha Mosque which includes a bay or harbour, a mosque and a city

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.

Sirkeci
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Eminönü

Known for its breathtaking beach views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Eminönü. Check out top attractions like Grand Bazaar and Eminönü Square, and jump on the metro at Eminonu Station or Beyazit Station to see more of the city.

Eminönü
Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry

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.

Karaköy
Galata Tower featuring cruising, general coastal views and a city

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.

Galata
Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry

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.

Beyoğlu

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