Cankurtaran Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A large mosque with two minarets and a central dome, surrounded by trees and people.
A historic building with domes and minarets, surrounded by trees and a street vendor cart.
A bustling market square with fruit carts and a prominent mosque with four minarets in the background.
An ornate room with a patterned carpet, a central sofa, and decorative vases.
A historic mosque with multiple minarets and a fountain in the foreground.

Stay near popular Cankurtaran attractions

A historic mosque with a large central dome and two minarets, surrounded by trees and a reflective pool.

Hagia Sophia

9.4/10 (28,162 reviews)
Throughout its various incarnations as a church, an Orthodox cathedral, a mosque, and a museum, this magnificent structure has dominated Istanbul's skyline.
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Activities

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

NZ$50
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide

Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide

NZ$59
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide
Picture 1 for Activity Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option

NZ$20
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option
Istanbul: Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition

Istanbul: Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition

NZ$54
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show

NZ$55
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show
Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket

Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket and Audio Guide

NZ$113
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket and Audio Guide
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Our pick of the best Cankurtaran Hotel Deals

Hotel Saba Sultan

Hotel Saba Sultan

Akbiyik Cad, Cetinkaya Sokak No: 4 Istanbul
The price is NZ$148 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
NZ$148
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hotel Saba Sultan
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

5 out of 5
Visnezade Mah. Acisu Sok. NO. 19 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is NZ$621 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$621
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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 ...
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Çırağan Hotel Bosphorus

Çırağan Hotel Bosphorus

Müvezzi Cad Yildiz Mah No.1/1 Istanbul Besiktas
The price is NZ$220 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$220
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Taksim Square and Galata Tower are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (478 reviews)
"Great location right near all the action and the Pier, very helpful staff and extremely comfy beds!"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Çırağan Hotel Bosphorus
Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali

Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali

5 out of 5
Inonu Cad. No 22 Istanbul
The price is NZ$216 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$216
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,480 reviews)
"Liza I will do it again"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

5 out of 5
Suzer Plaza, Askerocagi Caddesi, No:6 Istanbul
The price is NZ$719 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$719
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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 breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,115 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Dedeman Bostancı

Dedeman Bostancı

5 out of 5
Degirmen Yolu Caddesi, No:39B Istanbul Istanbul
The price is NZ$169 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
NZ$169
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Dedeman Bostancı
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Our guide on where to stay in Cankurtaran

Find the best Cankurtaran areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Cankurtaran
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A fountain with water jets in a circular pool, a mosque with multiple minarets, and palm trees in the foreground.

Sultanahmet

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

A red tram with the number 115 on a busy street.

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.

An aerial view of a coastal town with houses, a marina, and lush greenery.

Büyükada

A sunset over a calm river with a boat, a distant city skyline, and a prominent building with towers.
Photo by Yasar Yagci
Open Photo by Yasar Yagci

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.

A grand neoclassical building with ornate columns and a symmetrical facade, surrounded by manicured gardens and a clear blue sky.

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.

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