Sirkeci Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sirkeci
Turkey showing café lifestyle, night scenes and a bridge
Rustem Pasha Mosque which includes a mosque, a bay or harbour and religious elements
Gulhane Park featuring flowers and a garden
Rustem Pasha Mosque which includes a mosque, heritage architecture and religious elements

Popular places to visit

Suleymaniye Mosque showing a mosque

Süleymaniye Mosque

4/5(29 reviews)

Admire the stunning exterior architecture and captivating interior design of the grandest mosque in Istanbul.

Süleymaniye Mosque
Egyptian Bazaar

Egyptian Bazaar

4.5/5(53 reviews)

During your trip to Istanbul, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Egyptian Bazaar. Discover the area's fascinating museums and stunning cathedral.

Egyptian Bazaar
New Mosque

New Mosque

You can learn about the history of Istanbul with a trip to New Mosque. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.

New Mosque
İstanbul Museum of the History of Science & Technology in Islam

İstanbul Museum of the History of Science & Technology in Islam

You can study the exhibits at İstanbul Museum of the History of Science & Technology in Islam, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Istanbul. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its seaside.

İstanbul Museum of the History of Science & Technology in Islam
Rustem Pasha Mosque

Rustem Pasha Mosque

Nearly 500 years old, this secret treasure of spectacular tiles lies hidden in the middle of the Fatih district market.

Rustem Pasha Mosque

Eminönü Square

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Istanbul with a stop at Eminönü Square. Discover the area's fascinating museums and stunning cathedral.

Eminönü Square

Activities

Blue Mosque

Istanbul Must See:Hagia Sophia Bluemosqu Topkapı Basilica Cistern Bosphorus Tour

AU$131
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Istanbul Must See:Hagia Sophia Bluemosqu Topkapı Basilica Cistern Bosphorus Tour
Picture 1 for Activity Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option

AU$14
per adult
Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option
Turkish Food Night and Rooftop Experience Istanbul

Turkish Food Night and Rooftop Experience Istanbul

AU$101
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Turkish Food Night and Rooftop Experience Istanbul
Istanbul: Asian Side Walking Tour with Ferry Ride

Istanbul: Asian Side Walking Tour with Ferry Ride

AU$44
per adult
Istanbul: Asian Side Walking Tour with Ferry Ride
Istanbul: Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop with Drinks & Snacks

Istanbul: Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop with Drinks & Snacks

AU$27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop with Drinks & Snacks
Princes's Islands Tour With Live Tour Guide On Board

Princes's Islands Tour With Live Tour Guide On Board ( 2 islands)

AU$26
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Princes's Islands Tour With Live Tour Guide On Board ( 2 islands)
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Our pick of the best Sirkeci Hotel Deals

Legacy Ottoman Hotel
Legacy Ottoman Hotel
5 out of 5
Hobyar Mahallesi Hamidiye Cad. No: 16, Sirkeci, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is AU$159 per night from 3 July to 4 July
AU$159
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace ...
7/10 Good! (877 reviews)
"Some people say a hotel is just a room to lay your head at night. Sometimes this is true but not with the Legacy Ottoman Hotel. The hotel - the staff were wonderful. Fro the moment I booked the room they went out of their way to ensure that my stay with them was perfect and trouble free. They arranged ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2025

Legacy Ottoman Hotel
Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
5 out of 5
Inonu Cad. No 22, Kucukyali Maltepe, Istanbul
The price is AU$141 per night from 25 June to 26 June
AU$141
25 June - 26 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025

Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
Cityloft 161
Cityloft 161
Zümrüt Sokak, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is AU$68 per night from 17 June to 18 June
AU$68
17 June - 18 June
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,265 reviews)
"The only problem is there is no parking."

Reviewed on 12 Jan. 2025

Cityloft 161
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
4 out of 5
Türbedar Sk. 20, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is AU$218 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$218
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (415 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, clean, convenient, good quality breakfast and close to everything. I would come back here!"

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2025

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
InterContinental Istanbul by IHG
InterContinental Istanbul by IHG
5 out of 5
Asker Ocagi Cad No: 1 Taksim, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is AU$313 per night from 22 June to 23 June
AU$313
22 June - 23 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Comfortable and sweet"

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2025

InterContinental Istanbul by IHG
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
5 out of 5
Suzer Plaza, Askerocagi Caddesi, No:6, Elmadag/Sisli, Istanbul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$502 per night from 26 June to 27 June
AU$502
26 June - 27 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful property and wonderful service. The rooftop restaurant was excellent and the service was amazing! They were very attentive to the customers. Overall the hotel was just relaxing and comforting to stay. The bedrooms spacious and comfy with everything you need. Will be back!"

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
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Other neighbourhoods around Sirkeci

Blue Mosque which includes a fountain, a mosque and a pond

Sultanahmet

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Sultanahmet
Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry

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.

Karaköy
Galata Tower featuring cruising, general coastal views and a city

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.

Galata
Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry

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.

Beyoğlu
Istanbul which includes a city, a marina and a sunset

Fatih

4.5/5(230 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Blue Mosque is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Yusufpasa Station to see more of Istanbul.

Fatih
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Taksim

4/5(72 area reviews)

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.

Taksim

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