Popular places to visit
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
Throughout its various incarnations as a church, an Orthodox cathedral, a mosque, and a museum, this magnificent structure has dominated Istanbul's skyline.
Blue Mosque
The bright blue ceramic tiles that line the interior of this great traditional mosque are a sight to behold.
Grand Bazaar
Stock up on artisanal curios as you explore thousands of shops in Istanbul's enormous covered market, one of the largest and oldest in the world.
Galata Tower
Marvel at Istanbul's natural and architectural beauty from this medieval watchtower.
Topkapi Palace
Admire a vast array of artefacts as you explore this magnificent palace in the Old City, home to the Ottoman sultans for around 400 years.
Activities
Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
Plaza Premium Lounge at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)
Istanbul: Explore Bosphorous on a Sunset Boat Cruise
Monuments of Ottoman Empire Tour - Skip the Line Tickets
Half day Fener-Balat Walking Tour in Turkiye
Our pick of the best Aksaray Hotel Deals
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
The hotel is overall great! The staff is incredible! The majority of the restaurants are 5 stars the Nobu restaurant is not anything close to the kind in Miami. It’s also without a doubt one of the worst sushi restaurants I have ever been to. It really needs to be replaced.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Dedeman Bostancı
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Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Recital Hotel
Fantastic rooms and location.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Wyndham Grand Istanbul Kalamis Marina Hotel
Amazing time staff was wonderful and the place is so clean and immaculate
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Always great to stay here. From reception to house keeping all well trained and highly professional.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Great location and awesome breakfast!
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Aksaray
Fatih
Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Grand Bazaar is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Yusufpasa Station to see more of Istanbul.
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.
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 Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Aksaray Travel Guide
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- Visit Merter
- Visit Çukur
- Visit Emin Sinan
- Visit Laleli
- Visit Pera
- Visit Üsküdar
- Visit Beylerbeyi
- Visit Istanbul
- Visit Nişantaşı
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- Visit Sultanahmet
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- Visit Esenler
- Visit Kumkapi
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- Visit Zeytinburnu
- Visit Yeşilpınar
- Visit Ortaköy
- Visit Çağlayan Mahallesi
- Visit Bayrampasa
- Visit Gümüşsuyu
- Hagia Sophia
- Hadim Ibrahim Pasa Cami
- Fatih Mosque
- Yenikapi Ferry Terminal
- Süleymaniye Mosque
- Esma Sultan Fountain
- Gedikpaşa Armenian Protestant Church
- Golden Horn
- Haseki Sultan Cami
- Rustem Pasha Mosque
- Grand Bazaar
- Church of St Mary of the Mongols
- Galata Tower
- Istanbul Holidays
- Büyük Valide Han
- Fatih Ali Emiri Efendi Kultur Merkezi
