What's Old City Like?
Come to Old City for a glimpse of landmarks like Hagia Sophia, and to take in some culture at places like Topkapi Palace. Take time to enjoy the neighborhood's museums and selection of cafes. Grand Bazaar and Blue Mosque are a couple of popular sights sure to leave an impression.
How to Get to Old City
Flying to:
- Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW), 19.2 mi (30.9 km) from Old City
- Istanbul Airport (IST), 20.9 mi (33.6 km) from Old City
Traveling to Old City by Train
You'll find the following train stations in the neighborhood:
- Sirkeci Marmaray Station
- Istanbul Cankurtaran Station
- Vezneciler Subway Station
Getting to Old City on Metro
Stations in the neighborhood include:
- Cemberlitas Station
- Sultanahmet Station
- Gulhane Station
Things to See and Do in and around Old City
What to See in Old City
- Hagia Sophia
- Blue Mosque
- Topkapi Palace
- Cemberlitas Bath
- Column of Constantine
Things to Do in Old City
- Grand Bazaar
- Turkish and Islamic Art Museum
- Egyptian Bazaar
- Istanbul Archaeology Museums
- Hagia Irene
Other Popular Old City Attractions
- Basilica Cistern
- Tomb of Sultan Ahmet I
- Sultanahmet Square
- Eminonu Pier
- Eminönü Square