Karaköy is an important neighborhood in the Beyoğlu district of Istanbul. It’s a busy transportation and tourist hub with a handful of interesting minor attractions and some good restaurants.
Cihangir is a bohemian neighborhood south of Taksim Square in Istanbul, Turkey. It consists of several cafés scattered throughout its narrow streets.
The New Mosque (Yeni Cami) is one of the most beautiful mosques in Istanbul, Turkey. It’s located in Eminönü next to the Spice Bazaar.
Eminönü is one of the most touristic places in Istanbul. It’s located on the Golden Horn opposite Karaköy. There’s lots to explore in this neighborhood within the Fatih district.
Sirkeci is a busy neighborhood in Istanbul centered around a historic railway station. There are several other highlights to discover as well.
Sultanahmet is the heart of old Constantinople. This UNESCO World Heritage listed area contains the most important historic sites in Istanbul.
The Hippodrome of Constantinople (Ἱππόδρομος τῆς Κωνσταντινουπόλεως), now Sultanahmet Square (Sultanahmet Meydanı), was the social center of old Constantinople. It’s located in the UNESCO World Heritage listed area of Sultanahmet in Istanbul.
Çemberlitaş is a neighborhood in the old city of Istanbul. It sits along a stretch of the Divan Yolu, which is an ancient road that dates back to the Roman period. The name for the Divan Yolu passing through the area is Janissaries Street (Yeniçeriler Caddesi).