Sirkeci Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Süleymaniye Mosque
As well as being one of Istanbul’s most striking and well-known sights, this 16th century mosque is the largest in the city.
Egyptian Bazaar
During your trip to Istanbul, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Egyptian Bazaar. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Rustem Pasha Mosque
Hidden deep within the Fatih market lies one of Istanbul's lesser-known Ottoman treasures.
New Mosque
New Mosque is just one of the places to see in Istanbul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
İstanbul Museum of the History of Science & Technology in Islam
You can study the exhibits at İstanbul Museum of the History of Science & Technology in Islam, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Istanbul. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its seaside.
Eminönü Square
Learn about the local history of Istanbul with a stop at Eminönü Square. Discover the area's fascinating museums and stunning cathedral.
Activities
Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
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
Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar - Half-Day Small Group Tour
Our pick of the best Sirkeci Hotel Deals
Legacy Ottoman Hotel
As soon as I booked, the hotel guest relations team reached out. I mentioned it was a short break to celebrate my wife’s birthday and requested a Bosporus view room. To my delight, we were given that dream room, even though it was normally a higher rate. The room was clean and tidy, well-maintained ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Golden Horn Bosphorus Hotel
Absolutely amazing stay Great location Great service Great room Great view I would like to thank Utan and Majid for being so amazingly hospitable
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
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
Yes
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
Other neighbourhoods around Sirkeci
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
