Gültepe Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Sultanahmet Square
Find out about the history of Sultanahmet Square, one of the top monuments in Istanbul. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
Galata Tower
Marvel at Istanbul's natural and architectural beauty from this medieval watchtower.
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.
Activities
Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show
Istanbul: Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition
Istanbul: Perfume Making Workshop with Bosphorus View
Istanbul:Princess Island Büyükada & Island Electric Car Trip
Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket and Audio Guide
Our pick of the best Gültepe Hotel Deals
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
"Stayed for 3 nights, staff were fantastic, food was great and just an enjoyable stay! Highly recommend 10/10!"
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
Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
"The breakfast buffet is something above and beyound i ever seen"
Reviewed on 18 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
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
"We booked the Carina Gold based on the reviews reviews and it didn’t disappoint. The location was perfect. We walked to everything in the old city within minutes. The concierge was very helpful in giving us itinerary ideas and setting up what we decided to do. The hotel arranged pick up at the airport ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gültepe
Şişli
Travellers love Şişli for its popular shops, and you can see more of Istanbul by jumping on the metro at Sisli Station or Osmanbey Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Bomontiada and Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre.
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.
Nişantaşı
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Nişantaşı. Spend some time visiting top spots like Abdi Ipekci Street, and catch the metro at Maçka Cable Car Station or Taşkışla Cable Car Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.
Üsküdar
The seaside views and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Üsküdar. Bosphorus and Camlica Hill are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Altunizade Station or Bulgurlu Station to get around the larger area.
Gültepe Travel Guide
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- Visit Emirgan
- Visit Bebek
- Visit Çukur
- Visit Emin Sinan
- Visit Kanlıca Mahallesi
- Visit Laleli
- Visit Pera
- Visit Üsküdar
- Visit Beylerbeyi
- Visit Istanbul
- Visit Nişantaşı
- Visit Istanbul
- Visit Sultanahmet
- Visit Cankurtaran
- Visit Maslak
- Visit Fatih
- Visit Balat
- Visit Aksaray
- Visit Osmanbey
- Visit Etiler
- Visit Şişli
- Visit Karaköy
- Visit Bomonti
- Visit Fulya
- Visit Yeşilpınar
- Visit Ortaköy
- Visit Çağlayan Mahallesi
- Visit Rumeli Hisari
- Visit Bayrampasa
- Visit Gümüşsuyu
- Isfila Istanbul Filateli ve Kultur Merkezi
- Hatice Sultan Yalı
- Mekan Arti
- Astoria Istanbul Shopping Center
- Abdi Ipekci Street
- Sisli Florence Nightingale Hospital
- Bomontiada
- Yıldız Porselen Fabrikası
- Ortaköy Square
- Dolmabahçe Palace
- Miniaturk
- Galatasaray Island
- Halic Congress Center
- Zincirlikuyu Cemetery
- Hastanesi Memorial Hospital
- Acibadem Taksim Hospital
- Babalu Park
- Rams Park
- Itu Stadium
- Kanyon Mall
- Istanbul Cerrahi Hospital
- Istanbul Sapphire
- Vadistanbul AVM
- Abide-I Hurriyet Mosque
- Yildiz Technical University
