Durusu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Hagia Sophia
A world famous monument to the ever-changing history of Istanbul, and one of the largest churches in the world.
Blue Mosque
Named for its dazzling interior covered in blue tiles, this is a hub of Istanbul's religious life.
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.
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.
Activities
Bosphorus Sunset or Daytime Yacht Cruise with Snacks & Live Guide
Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool
Half day Fener-Balat Walking Tour in Turkiye
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket with Guided Tour
Istanbul: Dinner Cruise and Entertainment with Private Table
Our pick of the best Durusu Hotel Deals
Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
Wonderful, attentive staff! Great room! great breakfast
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE
We stayed one night and the room was quite spacious, very clean and with modern conveniences. An excellent stay even for a layover!
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Sheraton Istanbul Esenyurt
Clean room, very helpfull staff and very nice breakfast all fresh thank you
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Elysian Airport Hotel
Very clean, quite, good food and welcoming staff. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Wanda Vista Istanbul
A clean and comfortable hotel. Special thanks to Mahmoud for his excellent service and friendly attitude. Highly recommended! 🌟
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Centro Westside by Rotana
Very lovely
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Durusu
Beylikdüzü
Travellers like the shopping in Beylikdüzü, and Beylikduzu Migros AVM is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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 Şişli Mosque and Bomontiada.
Bakırköy
Spend some time visiting places like Istanbul Expo Center while getting to know Bakırköy, and be sure to check out the seaside views. You can hop aboard the metro at DTM - Istanbul Fuar Merkezi Station or Yenibosna Station to see more of the area.
Beşiktaş
Spend some time visiting places like Zorlu Performing Arts Center 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.
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.
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.
