Istanbul Popular Districts
Rumeli Kavagi
Rumeli Kavagi is the most northern dock on the European side of the Bosphorus, situated opposite Anadolu Kavagi on the Asian side. ...more »
- Location: Rumeli Kavagi
- Type: Popular Districts
Eminonu and Around
The Eminonu district forms part of the Eminonu Peninsula and is at the crossroads of 3 bodies of water: the Golden Horn, Bosphorus Strait and the Marmara Sea. ...more »
- Location: Eminonu
- Type: Popular Districts
Tarabya
Tarabya is an elegant district situated in a cove on the northwestern shores of the European side of the Bosphorus. The area has been a popular holiday spot for centuries. ...more »
- Location: Tarabya
- Type: Popular Districts
Sogukcesme Street
This iconic pedestrianised street in Sultanahmet is home to a series of lovingly restored Ottoman era houses which are set right against the walls of Topkapi Palace. ...more »
- Location: Sultanahmet
- Type: Popular Districts
Poyrazkoy
One of the many 'villages of the Bosphorus', Poyrazköy is situated on Istanbul's Asian shore close to the Black Sea. This district has a small but pretty beach and a scattering of restaurants. ...more »
- Location: Beykoz
- Type: Popular Districts
Kadikoy on Asian Side
Kadikoy, a former Greek colony, is one of the oldest settlements in Istanbul. Although not much remains of its past, Kadikoy provides a glimpse into the “real” Istanbul of today. ...more »
- Location: Kadikoy - Asian side
- Type: Popular Districts
Emirgan
This graceful suburb lines the European shore of the Bosphorus in Istanbul’s Sariyer District.The area is especially popular with joggers and hikers, who come here to admire the expansive green areas. ...more »
- Location: Emirgan
- Type: Popular Districts
Levent
Levent is one of the suburbs making up the central business district in Istanbul. This modern district, situated on the European side of the city, is home to Turkey's tallest skyscraper, the Sapphire. ...more »
- Location: Levent
- Type: Popular Districts
Sultanahmet
Sultanahmet boasts many of Istanbul’s most visited sites- including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Cistern, Istanbul Archaeological Museum, the Byzantine Hippodrome and more. ...more »
- Location: Sultanahmet
- Type: Popular Districts
Istiklal Caddesi - Istiklal Avenue - Taksim
Istiklal Caddesi (Independence Street), arguably Istanbul’s most famous street, is located in the city’s Beyoglu district on the European side of the city. ...more »
- Location: Istiklal Street
- Type: Popular Districts
Our Local Experts say:
Istanbul's colossal size, beautiful landscape and many sights and attractions means that there are many popular districts to visit.
Visitors to Istanbul will usually begin with Sultanahmet, which is home to some of the city's most stunning historical sites. The district of Beyoglu-Taksim is usually visited for its nightlife, shopping and entertainment options while many of villages in and around the Bosphorus, Golden Horn and on the Asian side are also popular.
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