Durusu 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.
Galata Tower
Istanbul’s medieval lookout point offers panoramic views across city’s historic district and the water of the Golden Horn.
Blue Mosque
The nickname of this 17th-century structure refers to the brilliant color of its tiled interior.
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.
Topkapi Palace
The official residence of the Ottoman sultans for about four centuries is now accessible to the public and home to sacred relics.
Things to do
Istanbul Hop On Hop Off Bus\24 Hours Ticket
Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool
Bosphorus Dinner & Show Cruise (All Inclusive)
Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
Top hotels in Durusu
YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE
I paid almost €200 for what should have been 4 hours sleep. But check in took one hour leaving me with 3 hours sleep. The room was dirty. The shared showers were dirty and no towels. The aircon did not work properly in room without window. €200 wasted. Would have been better to sleep in a lounge ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
The hotel ia a badic airport hotel with clean rooms. The breakfast buffet is execllent with lots of fresh fruit. The best part is the hote staff, especially the front desk both at check-in and check-out!!!
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
YOTEL Istanbul Airport LANDSIDE, City Entrance
Towel is not enough for two people and the room small funny
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Elysian Airport Hotel
Clean rooms, polite staff.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Wanda Vista Istanbul
Köt ü
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Fourpoints Airport Hotel
Nice, clean and close to airport .
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Durusu
Beylikdüzü
Travellers like the shopping in Beylikdüzü, and Beylikduzu Migros AVM is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Maslak
Well liked for its restaurants and parks, Maslak is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Belgrad Forest and Parkorman, and jump on the metro at Ataturk Oto Sanayi Station to get around the city.
Şişli
Travellers love Şişli for its popular shops, and you can see more of Istanbul by jumping on the metro at Sisli Station or Osmanbey Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Şişli Mosque and Bomontiada.
Bakırköy
Spend some time visiting places like WTC Istanbul Business Towers 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.
Beşiktaş
Spend some time visiting places like Zorlu Performing Arts Center while getting to know Beşiktaş, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Nispetiye Station or Etiler Station to see more of the area.
Nişantaşı
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Nişantaşı. Spend some time visiting top spots like Abdi Ipekci Street, and catch the metro at Maçka Cable Car Station or Taşkışla Cable Car Station to see more of the area.
