Güneşli Travel Guide
Istanbul

Popular places to visit

Taksim Square
You can learn about the local history of Istanbul during your trip to a well-known site such as Taksim Square. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums.

Hagia Sophia
Once a church, then a Byzantine cathedral, later a mosque and now a monument, this iconic building is a national treasure.

Blue Mosque
The nickname of this 17th-century structure refers to the brilliant color of its tiled interior.

Sultanahmet Square
Find out about the history of Sultanahmet Square, one of the top monuments in Istanbul. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.

Galata Tower
Istanbul’s medieval lookout point offers panoramic views across city’s historic district and the water of the Golden Horn.

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.
Things to do

Bosphorus Dinner & Show Cruise (All Inclusive)

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

Istanbul: Perfume Making Workshop with Bosphorus View

Istanbul Hop On Hop Off Bus\24 Hours Ticket

Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool

Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket and Audio Guide
Top hotels in Güneşli

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
"Everyone at the hotel was very helpful. Murat, the assistant operations manager, was fantastic. He helped us when we needed to buy certain things! Amazing service"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
"Great stay, great spa, great bed and pillows, great service, great location, great view, great shower. Great roof view. IT WAS GREAT"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Titanic City Taksim
"Very clean and good location, near bus and metro and taksim square. Hotel was clean and staff were friendly. Spend 8 nights there with out issues"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
"We only stayed one night between flights. Very clean, staff was friendly & helpful, bed comfortable. Only complaint was the instructions on the A/C were not clear, & we had to call for help. Also noticed floor designations in elevator did not match what was actually on each floor. Minor issues; I ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Divan Istanbul
"Room was very spacious, and ultra clean! A/C worked well, and it was very easy to maintain a perfect room temperature. Never met a staff member who wasn't smiling. Morning breakfast buffet was an abundance of riches! (I won't dare tell how much weight I gained!) Highly recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
"Very clean facility, friendly staff, great location. Breakfast was also excellent."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Güneşli

Bakırköy
Spend some time visiting places like Istanbul Expo Center while getting to know Bakırköy, and be sure to check out the seaside views. You can hop aboard the metro at DTM - Istanbul Fuar Merkezi Station or Yenibosna Station to see more of the area.

Zeytinburnu
You might enjoy the seaside views while in Zeytinburnu. Fisekhane is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Mithatpasa Station or Aksemsettin Station to see more of the city.

Fatih
Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Hagia Sophia is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Yusufpasa Station to see more of Istanbul.

Istanbul City Center
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Istanbul City Center. Check out top attractions like Hagia Sophia and Taksim Square, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.

Galata
Travellers choose Galata for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Karakoy Tünel Station and check out top sights like Galata Tower.

Beyoğlu
Enjoy the popular shops in Beyoğlu. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Tophane Station to see more of Istanbul.
