Title: Visit Old City: Best of Old City, Istanbul Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Old City](https://expedia.ca/Old-City-Istanbul-Hotels.0-n6272783-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Istanbul](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Istanbul.d178267.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Istanbul](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Istanbul.d178267.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Old City Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Old-City.d6272783.Car-Rental-Guide)[Old City Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Old-City.d6272783.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Old City ## Istanbul ![Old City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6272783/d2e09660-a9e0-4af3-bbb7-5f8087d2f319.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Old City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501290/35a8f931-2161-4179-ab5f-344e6e901e5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Old City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063105/1b867e09-5383-47ee-bf2e-2ecf5f7459fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Old City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501276/64617d6a-8a81-432f-8416-9375ad9e5f42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Old City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501290/984c9218-aa10-4a4a-9da2-0e470040ef22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Old City Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Istanbul travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Istanbul.dx178267) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Blue Mosque](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501291/bc5fa8e0-835a-43f0-bd9e-c06ddc700581.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Blue Mosque 4.5/5(263 reviews) 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) ![Hagia Sophia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6067947/659ab3f2-e738-4cca-89d9-4f97b79188fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hagia Sophia 4.5/5(250 reviews) 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) ![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 4.5/5(270 reviews) 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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501276/34e2ce9a-0dc1-459c-bf2b-959378c74912.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Topkapi Palace 4.5/5(188 reviews) The official residence of the Ottoman sultans for about four centuries is now accessible to the public and home to sacred relics. [](https://expedia.ca/Topkapi-Palace-Istanbul-City-Center.d501276.Vacation-Attraction) ![Scenic fountain at the Sultanahmet Square and the Hagia Sophia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6330060/1986bf93-9cc7-4aee-b288-20b1ce3ce8c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sultanahmet Square 4.5/5(128 reviews) You can find out about the history of Istanbul with a visit to Sultanahmet Square. Add the area's notable monuments or stunning cathedral to your travel plans. [](https://expedia.ca/Sultanahmet-Square-Sultanahmet.d6330060.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ayasofya Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248622539782319/fe67fd2b-5941-47ef-92d8-00ab155e17d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eminönü Square 4.5/5(4 reviews) Learn about the local history of Istanbul when you take a trip to Eminönü Square. Discover the area's fascinating museums and stunning cathedral. [](https://expedia.ca/Eminonu-Square-Istanbul-City-Center.d553248622539782319.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46569018/4d7f93e6-4b28-449d-a3ab-89d317193197.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool CA $71 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/exclusive-istanbul-private-turkish-bath.a46569018.activity-details) ![Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/971404/f26ea627-0d42-4ae1-8aad-596eb3232186.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul CA $54 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/bosphorus-dinner-cruise-night-show-from-istanbul.a971404.activity-details) ![Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49288352/854f35e6-41e3-4151-a726-f4d1d87ad02c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket CA $59 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/istanbul-basilica-cistern-skip-the-line-entry-ticket.a49288352.activity-details) ![Hagia Sophia ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4946355/af20ebef-19b5-429e-b21a-e78340f563ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Istanbul Highlights! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı and More CA $240 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/istanbul-highlights-blue-mosque.a4946355.activity-details) ![Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2948565/dca59b22-e75a-4bcd-add6-81da8a4389e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide CA $44 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/bosphorus-sunset-yacht-cruise-with-snacks-and-live-guide.a2948565.activity-details) ![Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Tour With Turkish Night Show](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47043768/ad4e2a06-7ed9-4ef0-89b8-31c568a7a383.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Tour With Turkish Night Show CA $29 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/bosphorus-dinner-cruise-tour-with-turkish-night-show.a47043768.activity-details) [See all activities in Istanbul](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Istanbul.d178267.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Old City Hotel Deals ![Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1390000/1388800/1388776/23e7dc65_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class Piyer Loti Cad No:7 Istanbul Istanbul CA $471 CA $527 total Mar 31 - Apr 1 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,231 reviews) Fast Internet and friendly staff Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=1388776&PinnedHotelID=1388776&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6272783) ![Seven Hills Palace & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33790000/33786700/33786700/d4f74db3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Seven Hills Palace & Spa Sultanahmet Mahallesi Kadi Cikmazi Sok. Istanbul CA $190 CA $213 total Mar 31 - Apr 1 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 breakfast and the helpful staff in our ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,121 reviews) Tacky, they need to update the rooms. Also, there is nothing close. Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=33786700&PinnedHotelID=33786700&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6272783) ![Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/540000/538700/538666/cf0d7724_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul Dr. Imran Oktem Cad. No:1 Istanbul CA $144 CA $161 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) Perfect 👍 Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=538666&PinnedHotelID=538666&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6272783) ![Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/801600/801581/fc5320bf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class Cankurtaran Mh. Istanbul Istanbul CA $175 CA $199 total Apr 8 - Apr 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews) Customer service is great! Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=801581&PinnedHotelID=801581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6272783) ![Fer Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14630000/14627000/14626941/4c6258b6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fer Hotel Molla Fenari St, Türbedar St. No 12 Istanbul CA $161 CA $180 total Mar 30 - Mar 31 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (807 reviews) Amazing hotel and very helpful staff Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=14626941&PinnedHotelID=14626941&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6272783) ![The Lola Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36370000/36366700/36366614/02605dc7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Lola Hotel Katip Sinan Cami Sk. Istanbul Istanbul Fully refundable CA $34 CA $38 total Apr 11 - Apr 12 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar are located ... 6.6/10 (139 reviews) No internet no service expensive Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026&selected=36366614&PinnedHotelID=36366614&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6272783) [See all 1,094 properties in Old City](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6272783) 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. ## Check Old City hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6272783&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28)[Mar 27 - Mar 28](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6272783&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6272783&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29)[Mar 28 - Mar 29](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6272783&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6272783&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6272783&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Old City ![Sirkeci](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6358978/df94e7c4-ce30-4c8d-88b3-61ae56c31c37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sirkeci You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Sirkeci. Spend some time visiting top spots like Grand Bazaar, and catch the metro at Sirkeci Station or Eminonu Station to see more of the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Istanbul-Sirkeci.dx6063108) ![Sultanahmet](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) ![Galata](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6223656/f1ec33fd-b055-42e4-a8c5-4a788fd417a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Galata Spend some time visiting places like Galata Tower while getting to know Galata, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Karakoy Tünel Station to see more of the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Istanbul-Galata.dx6223656) ![Karaköy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1639/59b3af24-1334-4450-8fde-7a17a6091cf7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Karaköy Consider a visit to Galata Tower and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Karaköy. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Karakoy Station or Karakoy Tünel Station. [](https://expedia.ca/Istanbul-Karakoy.dx6276016) ![Istanbul City Center](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 Blue Mosque and Taksim Square, 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) ![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. 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