Büyükada Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal residential area with houses, a church, and a marina.
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A historic stone building complex with red-tiled roofs, surrounded by dense evergreen trees on a hillside.
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Sultanahmet

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Hagia Sophia to Sultanahmet Square – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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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.

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Kadıköy

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Kadıköy. Spend some time visiting top spots like Bosphorus, and catch the metro at Bahariye Station or Acibadem Station to see more of the area.

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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.

A historic mosque with three minarets and a large dome, surrounded by trees and buildings.

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 Hagia Sophia and Taksim Square, and jump on the metro at Vezneciler Subway Station or Aksaray Station to see more of the city.

Villa Rıfat Büyükada

Villa Rıfat Büyükada

Yilmaz Türk Cd. 82 Adalar Istanbul
The price is NZ$75 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$75
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Adalar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Villa Rıfat Büyükada
Triada Hotel Buyukada

Triada Hotel Buyukada

Buyukada Adalar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Adalar. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (498 reviews)
"We stayed at the "Deluxe" Bungalows and I have to say that we were quite disappointed. The price we paid for the rooms did not meet our expectations at all. The rooms are very small. The mattress is old and not comfortable and small and the pillows were not of good quality either. The bathroom was ..."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

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Triada Hotel Buyukada
The Marmara Taksim

The Marmara Taksim

5 out of 5
Taksim Square Istanbul Istanbul
The price is NZ$362 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
NZ$362
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,020 reviews)
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Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

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Meroddi Beyoğlu Residence

Meroddi Beyoğlu Residence

Piyalepasa Bulvari Istanbul
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free local area shuttle. Popular attractions Taksim Square and Galata Tower ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (136 reviews)
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Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

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Bird Nest Suite

Bird Nest Suite

Dolapdere Cd. No 196 Istanbul Istanbul
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Taksim Square and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
"Nice property.would stay again Convenient to metro"

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026

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Garlon Residence

Garlon Residence

Tarlabaşı Bulvarı, Beyoglu, 142 Istanbul Istanbul
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Taksim Square and Galata Tower ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (58 reviews)
"Calls itself luxury apartments but it was a very poor imitation. Stayed in a 3-bed ‘penthouse apartment’ ‘Fully equipped kitchen’ had no kettle, no coffee maker, no washing up equipment, four glasses for six people to share. Two pans of completely random impractical size. Washer / dryer washes but ..."

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026

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Dock Square

9.4/10 (11 reviews)
Find out about the history of Adalar when you take a trip to Dock Square. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its seaside.
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Activities

Bursa & Uludag Tour from Istanbul: Lunch & Cable Car Option

Istanbul: Bursa and Uludag Tour with Lunch & Cable Car Option

NZ$71
per adult
Istanbul: Bursa and Uludag Tour with Lunch & Cable Car Option
Prices Island tour in Istanbul

Full-Day Tour of Princes' Islands & Büyükada

NZ$138
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Tour of Princes' Islands & Büyükada
Horse and carriage on Büyükada Island

A Day in a Princes Islands (Economic Tour)

NZ$99
per adult
A Day in a Princes Islands (Economic Tour)
3 Day Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul with Balloon Ride Option

3-Days Cappadocia Tour with Camel Ride and Optional Balloon Ride

NZ$1,483
per adult
3-Days Cappadocia Tour with Camel Ride and Optional Balloon Ride
Coffee Addict: How Turkish Coffee Destroyed an Empire - Tour

Coffee Addict: How Turkish Coffee Destroyed an Empire

NZ$870
per traveller
Coffee Addict: How Turkish Coffee Destroyed an Empire
Cappadocia Tale: 2-Day Tour from Istanbul and Balloon Ride Option

Cappadocia Tale: 2-Day Tour from Istanbul and Balloon Ride Option

NZ$1,276
per adult
Cappadocia Tale: 2-Day Tour from Istanbul and Balloon Ride Option
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