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.
Grand Bazaar
Visit one of the biggest and oldest covered markets in the world, a real taste (and smell and sound!) of the diversity that Turkey has to offer.
Blue Mosque
Named for its dazzling interior covered in blue tiles, this is a hub of Istanbul's religious life.
Hagia Sophia
A world famous monument to the ever-changing history of Istanbul, and one of the largest churches in the world.
Galata Tower
Standing for over 650 years, this imposing cylindrical lookout point continues to offer special views over the city of Istanbul.
Topkapi Palace
Stately home to the Ottoman sultans for almost 400 years with an array of Turkish design and foreign art.
Things to do
Istanbul Historical Tour with Guide, Lunch and Transfers
Monuments of Ottoman Empire Tour - Skip the Line Tickets
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide
2-Day Tour of Cappadocia, with Flights & Accommodation
Istanbul Turkish Bath in Ottoman Style at Hammam with Drinks
Topkapi Palace with Harem and Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Top hotels in Etiler
![Cityloft 161](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22180000/22177000/22176908/b6086d6e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 Apr,2024
![The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565600/565576/6816f37c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 2 Jul,2024
![Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26890000/26886300/26886285/3a870204_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 1 Jul,2024
![Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889900/889869/9beaa37b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 30 Jun,2024
![InterContinental Istanbul, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521200/521137/5eb16350_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 Jul,2024
![Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1390000/1388800/1388776/8d7a5dab_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 Jul,2024
Other neighbourhoods around Etiler
![Bosphorus Bridge showing a bridge, a coastal town and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40864-Bosphorus-Bridge.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Beşiktaş
Spend some time visiting places like Bosphorus while getting to know Beşiktaş, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Nispetiye Station or Etiler Station to see more of the area.
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Şişli
Travellers love Şişli for its popular shops, and you can see more of Istanbul by jumping on the metro at Sisli Station or Osmanbey Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre and Mecidiyekoy Square.
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Üsküdar
The seaside views and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Üsküdar. Bosphorus and Camlica Hill are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Altunizade Station or Bulgurlu Station to get around the larger area.
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Nişantaşı
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Nişantaşı. Spend some time visiting top spots like Abdi Ipekci Street, and catch the metro at Maçka Cable Car Station or Taşkışla Cable Car Station to see more of the area.
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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.
![Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40868-Galata-Tower-Galata-Kulesi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
- Taksim Square
- Grand Bazaar
- Blue Mosque
- Hagia Sophia
- Galata Tower
- Topkapi Palace
- Mall of Istanbul
- Bosphorus Bridge
- Sultanahmet Square
- Dolmabahçe Palace
- Basilica Cistern
- Bahçeşehir Gölet Park
- Viaport Outlet Shopping
- Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre
- Eminönü Square
- Emaar Square Mall
- Kadıköy Port