Merter 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.
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.
Blue Mosque
The bright blue ceramic tiles that line the interior of this great traditional mosque are a sight to behold.
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
Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide
Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour
Plaza Premium Lounge at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)
Our pick of the best Merter Hotel Deals
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Was great service beautiful place friendly nice great
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
Clean room, luxury premises, everything top notch. You are locked into their restaurants though (nothing else near) which are quite pricey.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Divan Istanbul
Beautiful hotel, all staff were great. Only thing
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Sofitel Istanbul Taksim
This has to be the best hotel in Istanbul. 100%, no doubt.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
The rooms are not as fresh and new as before, paying such rate for the room entitle guests for bettter standard room especially its a ritz Carlton.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Wyndham Grand Istanbul Kalamis Marina Hotel
An excellent experience.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merter
Fatih
Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Hagia Sophia 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 Hagia Sophia and Taksim Square, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.
Bakırköy
Spend some time visiting places like Istanbul Expo Center while getting to know Bakırköy, and be sure to check out the seaside views. You can hop aboard the metro at DTM - Istanbul Fuar Merkezi Station or Yenibosna Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.
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.
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