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.

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.

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

Sultanahmet Square
You can find out about the history of Istanbul with a stop at Sultanahmet Square. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.

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 Hop On Hop Off Bus\24 Hours Ticket

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

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul

Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket and Audio Guide

Istanbul Bursa and Uludag Mountain Tour with Cable Car and Lunch
Top hotels in Durusu

Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
Very friendly and helpful staff! Cozy rooms, fresh breakfast.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Elysian Airport Hotel & Restaurant
The front desk was helpful getting an early morning transfer to the airport
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE
This is the first time that I’ve stayed at a hotel inside the security zone at an airport. It was a great experience. We arrived late from Italy, walked from our gate to international transfers, went through the screening process, and then walked to the Yotel-air. The staff was helpful and within ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Wanda Vista Istanbul
Yes everything was cool
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

YOTEL Istanbul Airport LANDSIDE, City Entrance
Only suitable for overnight stay for transit. Many ads in the airport showing Yotel, but not telling where exactly it is. Arrival and departure gates are number in different direction, so you may end up walking two entire lengths of the airport before finding it. Carpeted corridor makes it hard to ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Fourpoints Airport Hotel
Close to the airport and Arnavutkoy center. Very friendly stuff. Big and clean room. Readonable rate. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 15 Apr 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.

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 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.

Beşiktaş
Spend some time visiting places like Bosphorus 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.

Taksim
Enjoy the popular shops in Taksim. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Taksim Station or Findikli Station to see more of Istanbul.
