Macka Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A park with benches, people sitting and walking, and a staircase leading to a building.

Stay near popular Macka attractions

Cemil Topuzlu Open Air Theatre

You can make plans for a show at Cemil Topuzlu Open Air Theatre during your trip to Istanbul. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
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Activities

Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool

Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool

NZ$89
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide

Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide

NZ$79
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide
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$53
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show
Istanbul: Princess Island Büyükada Tour with Island Vehicle

Istanbul:Princess Island(Büyükada)& Island Electric Car Trip

NZ$14
per adult
Istanbul:Princess Island(Büyükada)& Island Electric Car Trip
Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket

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

NZ$78
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 Macka Hotel Deals

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

5 out of 5
Visnezade Mah. Acisu Sok. NO. 19 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is NZ$514 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$514
19 July - 20 July
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,286 reviews)
"Great hotel"

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
The Marmara Taksim

The Marmara Taksim

5 out of 5
Taksim Square Istanbul Istanbul
The price is NZ$339 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$339
7 July - 8 July
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Great stay!"

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

The Marmara Taksim
Titanic City Taksim

Titanic City Taksim

4 out of 5
Kocatepe Mahallesi Lamartin Caddesi Istanbul Beyoglu
The price is NZ$189 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
NZ$189
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"I do not recommend this hotel at all, staff are unhelpful, are not clean and there are many mess in the room, also noise cannot allow you to rest in the room."

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Titanic City Taksim
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

5 out of 5
Suzer Plaza, Askerocagi Caddesi, No:6 Istanbul
The price is NZ$529 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$529
27 July - 28 July
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! (1,065 reviews)
"I stayed for two nights in June 2026 and had a great stay at the Ritz. It’s in a really convenient location - the major sights are just a short cab ride away, and there’s a ferry landing that’s a short walk away if you want to explore the Asian side of Istanbul. The staff were very friendly and helpful ..."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
The Peninsula Istanbul

The Peninsula Istanbul

5 out of 5
Karakoy, Kemankes Karamustafapasa Mah. Istanbul
The price is NZ$1,587 per night from 11 July to 12 July
NZ$1,587
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Galata Tower and Grand Bazaar are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (120 reviews)
"Habitaciones amplias, amenidades y servicio excelentes."

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

The Peninsula Istanbul
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Piyer Loti Cad No:7 Istanbul Istanbul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$260 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$260
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,236 reviews)
"Staff extremely accommodating & polite. Beautiful hotel. Rooftop view is as spectacular as the dinner & free breakfast. Best location, only steps away to old city. A gem. Love it."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
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Our guide on where to stay in Macka

Find the best Macka areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Macka
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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 horse-drawn carriage on a street with white buildings and trees.
Photo by Sergio Camalich
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Büyükada

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.

A historic building with a large reflection in the water, a boat in the foreground, and a partly cloudy sky.

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 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 Grand Bazaar and Blue Mosque, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.

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