What's Istanbul City Center like?
People go to Istanbul City Center to see popular places such as Sultanahmet Square, and to take in culture at top venues such as Hagia Sophia. Take time to enjoy the neighbourhood's museums and selection of shops. Taksim Square and Grand Bazaar are a couple of popular sights that will definitely leave an impression.
How to get to Istanbul City Center
Flying to:
- Istanbul (IST), 20 mi (32.2 km) from Istanbul City Center
- Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), 20.2 mi (32.6 km) from Istanbul City Center
Travelling to Istanbul City Center by train
You'll find the following train stations in the neighbourhood:
- Vezneciler Subway Station
- YeniKapi Station
- Emniyet - Fatih Station
Getting to Istanbul City Center on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:
- Aksaray Station
- Aksaray Tram Station
- Laleli-University Station
Things to see and do in and around Istanbul City Center
What to see in Istanbul City Center
- Sultanahmet Square
- Hagia Sophia
- Taksim Square
- Galata Tower
- Blue Mosque
Things to do in Istanbul City Center
- Grand Bazaar
- Topkapi Palace
- Historia Fatih Shopping Centre
- Egyptian Bazaar
- SALT Galata
Other popular Istanbul City Center attractions
- Fatih Mosque
- Süleymaniye Mosque
- Laleli Mosque
- Beyazit Square
- Eminönü Square