Karaköy Travel Guide
Istanbul
Visit Karaköy
Popular places to visit
Galata Tower
Istanbul’s medieval lookout point offers panoramic views across city’s historic district and the water of the Golden Horn.
SALT Galata
You can browse the exhibits at SALT Galata, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Istanbul. Add the area's notable monuments or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam
Enjoy an outing to Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam during your stay in Istanbul. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its seaside.
Mixer Art Gallery
You can study the exhibits at Mixer Art Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Istanbul. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Istanbul Museum of Modern Art
You can browse the exhibits at Istanbul Museum of Modern Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Istanbul. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.
Jewish Museum of Türkiye
You can study the exhibits at Jewish Museum of Türkiye, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Istanbul. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Things to do
Istanbul Hop On Hop Off Bus\24 Hours Ticket
Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool
Bosphorus Dinner & Show Cruise (All Inclusive)
Istanbul:Princess Island(Büyükada)& Island Electric Car Trip
Istanbul: Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show
Top hotels in Karaköy
The Peninsula Istanbul
DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
"Absolutely loved this hotel! Comfy bed, amazing shower, and in a great neighborhood! Would absolutely recommend any of my friends/family to stay here if they’re in Istanbul."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
10 Karakoy Istanbul - Special Class
"Was amazing and near everything!"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus
"Excellent location for tourist. I stayed before in different areas of Istanbul but by far this is the best location we found."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Pera Bosphorus Hotel
"Clean rooms, good staff, location is very good"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
"should have more friendly staff towards all"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Karaköy
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Kadıköy
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Kadıköy. Spend some time visiting top spots like Bosphorus, and catch the metro at Bahariye Station or Acibadem 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.
