Mecidiyekoy Travel Guide
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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.

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.

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.

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

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Bosphorus Dinner & Show Cruise (All Inclusive)

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Top hotels in Mecidiyekoy

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Amazing view, clean room, very friendly staff at Sabrosa restaurant for breakfast, good hamam experience too. We travelled as a family. Highly recommend. Walking distance to Dolmabahche palace and Bektisas.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Spotless room. Very big.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
This was a great place to stay. Very helpful and friendly staff. The room, breakfast, and massage we got at the spa were all very good. There was one employee named Yusuf that helped us out alot with room service and at the restaurant. He did a really great job. I would recommend staying here ...
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul
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Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Çırağan Hotel Bosphorus
Price performance
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Sofitel Istanbul Taksim
The room was absolutely beautiful, the bed and pillows oh so dreamy comfortable and the staff everything you expect from a Sofitel. The Executive Lounge is small, but its offerings were delicious during cocktail hour. The location is great. We will return.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mecidiyekoy

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.

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.

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.

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.

Üsküdar
The seaside views and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Üsküdar. Camlica Hill and Adile Sultan Pavilion are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Altunizade Station or Bulgurlu Station to get around the larger area.
