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Istanbul, district by district.

Explore every district through its history, daily life, events, routes and places—not as a simple sightseeing list.

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Ataşehir
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Ataşehir

Hosting more than twenty hotels alongside museums and historical structures, this modern settlement is one of the dynamic centers of the city.

Beylikdüzü
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Beylikdüzü

It is a dynamic residential area in Istanbul that offers accommodation options and features a quiet urban fabric.

Bahçelievler
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Bahçelievler

It is one of the residential areas of Istanbul, notable for its historical and cultural fabric, and housing hotels and museums.

Sarıyer
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Sarıyer

It is an Istanbul district intertwined with nature, prominent for its historical buildings and museums.

Arnavutköy
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Arnavutköy

Waterfront mansions, fishing boats and neighbourhood life extend along the Bosphorus shore.

Avcılar
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Avcılar

Highlighting hotels, museums, and historical buildings, this district is one of the vibrant and dynamic coastal settlements of Istanbul.

Beykoz
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Beykoz

A quiet coastal district of Istanbul known for its historic buildings and museums, featuring hotels and tourist attractions.

Zeytinburnu
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Zeytinburnu

It is one of Istanbul's vibrant and developing districts, distinguished by its historic architecture and hotels.

Büyükçekmece
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Büyükçekmece

A district known for its historical architecture and museums, featuring hotels and tourist attractions.

Kartal
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Kartal

Notable for its museums and hotels, this district is one of the vibrant and dynamic residential areas of Istanbul.

Eyüpsultan
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Eyüpsultan

Home to dozens of historic buildings and museums, this deep-rooted district of Istanbul harbors a rich past.

Kâğıthane
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Kâğıthane

Notable for its historical and cultural fabric, Kâğıthane is a quiet residential area that stands out with its museums and hotels.

Esenyurt
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Esenyurt

The district, hosting hotels and historical buildings, is a prominent settlement across the metropolis.

Bakırköy
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Bakırköy

It is a vibrant district of Istanbul on the Marmara coast, renowned for its dozens of hotels, museums, and historical structures.

Şişli
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Şişli

It stands out with its many hotels and historical structures, serving as one of the city's vibrant and modern centers.

Beşiktaş
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Beşiktaş

It is a vibrant settlement center that stands out with its historical buildings and museums, featuring options for hotels and points of interest.

Üsküdar
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Üsküdar

It is a historic neighborhood of Istanbul, distinguished by its traditional texture, museums, hotels, and palatial architecture.

Galata
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Galata

Steep streets around the tower connect music history with Istanbul’s many layers of city life.

Karaköy
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Karaköy

A waterfront district where port history, historic commercial buildings, contemporary art and nightlife meet within one walk.

Kuzguncuk
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Kuzguncuk

A Bosphorus neighbourhood known for its community garden, timber houses and living neighbourhood memory.

Moda
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Moda

A Kadıköy neighbourhood shaped by slow mornings, coastal walks and a strong local culture.

Beyoğlu
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Beyoğlu

Passages, stages, design and nightlife form one of Istanbul’s most layered urban centres.

Gaziosmanpaşa
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Gaziosmanpaşa

It is one of the residential areas of Istanbul, distinguished by its historical structures and accommodation alternatives.

Fatih
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Fatih

Home to over a hundred historical structures, dozens of museums, and hundreds of hotels, this historic district is one of the oldest residential centers in Istanbul.

Kadıköy
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Kadıköy

It is a vibrant coastal settlement that serves as the hub for cultural and artistic events with its hundreds of hotels and numerous historical structures.

Ümraniye
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Ümraniye

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Bayrampaşa
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Bayrampaşa

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Maltepe
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Maltepe

Notable for its hotels and historical architecture, Maltepe is a vibrant residential area that hosts cultural events.

Sancaktepe
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Sancaktepe

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Çatalca
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Çatalca

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Silivri
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Silivri

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Sultangazi
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Sultangazi

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