Sultanahmet Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Basilica Cistern
Visit the Sunken Palace, the city's largest and most impressive Byzantine underground reservoir, for a tourist experience unique to Istanbul.
Turkish and Islamic Art Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Turkish and Islamic Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Istanbul. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Column of Constantine
You can find out about the history of Istanbul with a trip to Column of Constantine. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its seaside.
Activities
Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
Istanbul: Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition
Istanbul: Perfume Making Workshop with Bosphorus View
Istanbul: Full-Day Highlights Tour with Guide and Lunch
Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket and Audio Guide
Our pick of the best Sultanahmet Hotel Deals
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Great location, friendly staff. Cleaning of the room was great, high standard and lovely cleaning lady. Breakfast choices limited for us personally. Mindful of the level of noise from outside traffic depending on the room. A/C was temperamental and had to keep the door open at night hence all the ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Great location, clean room, helpful staff
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
The Lola Hotel
They tell you something and show you something. Please don't believe them. They have very bad staff.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul
Great staff, very Good location.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Seven Hills Palace & Spa
Great location and a lovely hotel. Recommend the Hamam spa. Staff were helpful and when we had an issue with breakfast they bent over backwards to accommodate. Well done to all !
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
AJWA Sultanahmet
Beautifully ornate hotel elegantly decorated with marble everywhere! Little details like keeping the towels and washcloths in their own fabric bags stood out. We loved our “greenery” room and would stay here again!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sultanahmet
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 Topkapi Palace.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sultanahmet Travel Guide
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- Walled Obelisk
- Hagia Sophia
- Yenikapi Ferry Terminal
- Esma Sultan Fountain
- Gedikpaşa Armenian Protestant Church
- Rustem Pasha Mosque
- Galata Bridge
- Grand Bazaar
- Blue Mosque
- Arasta Bazaar
- Istanbul Holidays
- Büyük Valide Han
- Sultanahmet Square
- Basilica Cistern
- Visit Bebek
- Visit Merter
- Visit Çukur
- Visit Emin Sinan
- Visit Laleli
- Visit Pera
- Visit Üsküdar
- Visit Beylerbeyi
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- Visit Cankurtaran
- Visit Fatih
- Visit Gültepe
- Visit Balat
- Visit Aksaray
- Visit Osmanbey
- Visit Kumkapi
- Visit Etiler
- Visit Şişli
- Visit Karaköy
- Visit Bahcelievler
- Visit Bomonti
- Visit Fulya
- Visit Zeytinburnu
- Visit Yeşilpınar
- Visit Ortaköy
- Visit Çağlayan Mahallesi
- Visit Bayrampasa
- Visit Gümüşsuyu
