Title: Visit Marmara Region: Best of Marmara Region Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Marmara Region](https://expedia.ca/Marmara-Region-Hotels.d6054803.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Marmara Region](https://expedia.ca/Marmara-Region-Vacation-Rentals.d6054803.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Marmara Region](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Marmara-Region.d6054803.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Marmara Region Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Marmara-Region.d6054803.Car-Rental-Guide)[Marmara Region Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Marmara-Region.d6054803.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Marmara Region ## Travel Guide ![Rustem Pasha Mosque featuring boating, a bay or harbour and a ferry](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063108/c7cc2e8d-f25a-4379-a503-5d3a10d250b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rustem Pasha Mosque featuring boating, a bay or harbour and a ferry](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063108/c7cc2e8d-f25a-4379-a503-5d3a10d250b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Suleymaniye Mosque which includes a mosque and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501290/d395acfb-9647-45c6-a8ab-c1debb4002ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Topkapi Palace featuring a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6200319/9af53a40-7a7f-4f30-9dfd-57279617f58e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Bosphorus featuring a monument, a bay or harbor and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6358978/df94e7c4-ce30-4c8d-88b3-61ae56c31c37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Marmara Region Where to stay Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6054803) ### Where to stay in Marmara Region ![Blue Mosque showing a pond, a mosque and a fountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501291/322a8e66-ce6c-453f-8d05-f56118c37e5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sultanahmet Discover the charm of old Istanbul in this working-class district, featuring narrow streets with tightly packed apartment buildings. Explore historic sites like Topkapı Palace and Hagia Sophia, or indulge in diverse cuisines, all easily accessible by tramway. [](https://expedia.ca/Istanbul-Sultanahmet.dx6063107) ![Taksim which includes street scenes and a city as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054812/3d156261-f5e5-4f0e-b62f-d6e670208ac2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Taksim 4/5(131 area reviews) Major tourist hub, Taksim Square boasts a lively atmosphere with numerous restaurants, shops, and grand hotels. Explore İstiklal Caddesi, ride the nostalgic tram, and visit iconic landmarks like the Republic Monument and Taksim Mosque. [](https://expedia.ca/Istanbul-Taksim.dx6054812) ![Haydarpasa station building in Istanbul ; Shutterstock ID 276386249](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6223669/61e8d224-971d-4cd4-8234-fef8a5c89787.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kadıköy 4.5/5(12 area reviews) Cosmopolitan and bustling, this area boasts numerous bars, cinemas, and bookshops, as well as diverse dining options and shopping centers like Tepe Nautilus. Explore historic sites, Süreyya Opera House, and enjoy walkable paths along the seafront. [](https://expedia.ca/Istanbul-Kadkoy.dx6223669) ![Cumhuriyet Anıtı featuring street scenes, a city and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533063451/8138685b-d617-4144-a625-947afa14aebe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Istanbul City Center 4.5/5(33 area reviews) Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Istanbul City Center. Check out top attractions like Taksim Square and Grand Bazaar, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.ca/Istanbul-Istanbul-City-Center.dx6200319) ![Bosphorus Bridge which includes a river or creek, a bridge and cruising](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6067957/6bf0d063-ee01-4a28-921b-32cd8d479a16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Beşiktaş 4/5(28 area reviews) Scenic views of the Bosphorus strait and historic sites like Dolmabahçe Palace await in this bustling financial center. Enjoy modern shopping malls, diverse dining options, and easy access to ferries and metro lines for seamless exploration. [](https://expedia.ca/Istanbul-Besiktas.dx6063103) ![Panorama of Golden Horn Gulf and the Bosphorus in Istanbul](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000662536/a49c0f53-071d-4d6b-80d4-0ac4840b29c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Beyoğlu Travelers love Beyoğlu for its popular shops, and you can see more of Istanbul by jumping on the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Tophane Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Taksim Square and Galata Tower. [](https://expedia.ca/Istanbul-Beyoglu.dx3000662536) - Marmara Region Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Marmara Region ![Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889900/889869/465da50f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul Visnezade Mah. Acisu Sok. NO. 19 Istanbul Istanbul CA $304 CA $340 total Mar 13 - Mar 14 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,190 reviews) Everything was great Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=14%2F03%2F2026&selected=889869&PinnedHotelID=889869&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054803) ![The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565600/565576/w4000h2662x0y0-2ecfb91c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul Suzer Plaza, Askerocagi Caddesi, No:6 Istanbul CA $343 CA $385 total Feb 28 - Mar 1 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews) Spotless and clean staff was amazing i wish i couldve stayed longer! Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026&selected=565576&PinnedHotelID=565576&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054803) ![Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26890000/26886300/26886285/9556bcd9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali Inonu Cad. No 22 Istanbul CA $127 CA $143 total Feb 27 - Feb 28 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,305 reviews) This was a great place to stay. Very helpful and friendly staff. The room, breakfast, and massage we got at the spa were all very good. There was one employee named Yusuf that helped us out alot with room service and at the restaurant. He did a really great job. I would recommend staying here ... Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026&selected=26886285&PinnedHotelID=26886285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054803) [See all 8,688 properties in Marmara Region](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6054803) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Elits Suits](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22970000/22962300/22962226/8dacd2b8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Elits Suits 3 Osmanli Bulvari Istanbul pendik Stay at this aparthotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a sauna. Popular attractions Viaport Outlet Shopping and Turkish-Hungarian Friendship ... 5.6/10 (203 reviews) Avoid this place, it’s dirty nothing works and when you tell reception they don’t care. Pay a little more to get somewhere which isn’t filthy dirty Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Elits-Suits.h22962226.Hotel-Information) ![Element Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3530000/3520200/3520157/e4049ce3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Element Suites Sehit Muhtar Mah Turan Cad Cevza Sok 2 Istanbul Stay at this aparthotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ... 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Marmara Region hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054803&startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27)[Feb 26 - Feb 27](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054803&startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054803&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28)[Feb 27 - Feb 28](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054803&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054803&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026)[Feb 27 - Mar 1](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054803&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054803&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026)[Mar 6 - Mar 8](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054803&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Taksim Square featuring food and markets as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508029/01853e56-4cbd-4064-a31d-e7ac0a3055ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taksim Square You can learn about the local history of Istanbul when you make a stop at a well-known site like Taksim Square. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Taksim-Square-Taksim.d508029.Vacation-Attraction) ![Hagia Sophia which includes heritage elements and a fountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6067947/659ab3f2-e738-4cca-89d9-4f97b79188fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hagia Sophia Once a church, then a Byzantine cathedral, later a mosque and now a monument, this iconic building is a national treasure. [](https://expedia.ca/Hagia-Sophia-Sultanahmet.d6067947.Vacation-Attraction) ![Galata Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501293/2d20e083-883d-4fbf-b7ea-70074d0a8ef8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Galata Tower Istanbul’s medieval lookout point offers panoramic views across city’s historic district and the water of the Golden Horn. [](https://expedia.ca/Galata-Tower-Istanbul-City-Center.d501293.Vacation-Attraction) ![Blue Mosque which includes a mosque, heritage architecture and religious aspects](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501291/bc5fa8e0-835a-43f0-bd9e-c06ddc700581.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Blue Mosque The nickname of this 17th-century structure refers to the brilliant color of its tiled interior. [](https://expedia.ca/Blue-Mosque-Sultanahmet.d501291.Vacation-Attraction) ![Grand Bazaar](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063105/593c2b14-eab5-4a9c-a324-f7f76de16758.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Grand Bazaar Enter the maze of shop-lined streets in one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world to browse hundreds of thousands of hand-crafted objects. [](https://expedia.ca/Grand-Bazaar-Istanbul-City-Center.d6063105.Vacation-Attraction) ![Topkapi Palace featuring a sunset and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501276/34e2ce9a-0dc1-459c-bf2b-959378c74912.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Topkapi Palace The official residence of the Ottoman sultans for about four centuries is now accessible to the public and home to sacred relics. 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