Talimhane Travel 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.
Galata Tower
Standing for over 650 years, this imposing cylindrical lookout point continues to offer special views over the city of Istanbul.
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.
Bosphorus Bridge
Admire this transcontinental bridge from a cruise ship, see it lit up at night or use it to travel between Istanbul’s European and Asian sides.
Activities
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Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar - Half-Day Small Group Tour
Daily Trip to House of Virgin Mary, Ancient City of Ephesus, Basilica of St.John
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Other neighbourhoods around Talimhane
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
- Taksim Square
- Hagia Sophia
- Blue Mosque
- Galata Tower
- Grand Bazaar
- Bosphorus Bridge
- Sultanahmet Square
- Mall of Istanbul
- Topkapi Palace
- Bosphorus
- Dolmabahçe Palace
- Bağdat Avenue
- Basilica Cistern
- Eminönü Square
- Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre
- Süleymaniye Mosque
- Bahçeşehir Gölet Park
- Florya Beach
- Medicana International Istanbul Hospital
- Eyup Sultan Mosque
- Gülhane Park