Cagaloglu Travel Guide

Istanbul

This Dance Theater is located at the center of Historical peninsula of Istanbul and was converted from a 550 years old historical turkish bath called Hocapaşa Hamamı in 2008. It was originally built by Hoca Sinan Paşa who was a teacher and later vizier to Fatih Sultan Mehmet during 1470’s. It was a double bath for both men and women. It was comperatively a big bath with high dome, made of cut stone and also corner walls were designed like a peacock tail. This building served as a Turkish bath till 1988. Location of the area is called Sirkeci which is next to Topkapı Palace Walls , Sirkeci Train Station formerly known also as Orient Express Train Station and Sultanahmet Area. Hodjapasha Dance Theater has two sections. First is an exhibition and foyer area. The other section is performance area which has a circular glass dance floor and a musicians stage. Spectatator seats are located around circular dance floor and has a capacity of 220. Perfect lighting and beautiful decoration turnes this historical building to a very mystic and intim place.
This Dance Theater is located at the center of Historical peninsula of Istanbul and was converted from a 550 years old historical turkish bath called Hocapaşa Hamamı in 2008. It was originally built by Hoca Sinan Paşa who was a teacher and later vizier to Fatih Sultan Mehmet during 1470’s. It was a double bath for both men and women. It was comperatively a big bath with high dome, made of cut stone and also corner walls were designed like a peacock tail. This building served as a Turkish bath till 1988. Location of the area is called Sirkeci which is next to Topkapı Palace Walls , Sirkeci Train Station formerly known also as Orient Express Train Station and Sultanahmet Area. Hodjapasha Dance Theater has two sections. First is an exhibition and foyer area. The other section is performance area which has a circular glass dance floor and a musicians stage. Spectatator seats are located around circular dance floor and has a capacity of 220. Perfect lighting and beautiful decoration turnes this historical building to a very mystic and intim place.
Just another magnificent mosque that I happened to come across in Istanbul. Right at the end of the spice bazar, you can’t miss it
Whirling Dervishes at Hodjapasha Dance Theatre
Muslim men, washing themselves, before they enter the Mosque. View from the "New Mosque" in Istanbul's Eminonu neighborhood.

Popular places to visit

New Mosque which includes a garden, street scenes and heritage architecture

New Mosque

3.5/5(2 reviews)

New Mosque is just one of the places to see in Istanbul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.

New Mosque
Taksim Square featuring food and markets as well as an individual male

Taksim Square

4/5(599 reviews)

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.

Taksim Square
Hagia Sophia which includes heritage elements and a fountain

Hagia Sophia

4.5/5(625 reviews)

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

Hagia Sophia
Grand Bazaar

Grand Bazaar

4.5/5(691 reviews)

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.

Grand Bazaar
Galata Tower

Galata Tower

4/5(437 reviews)

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

Galata Tower
Blue Mosque featuring heritage architecture, a mosque and religious aspects

Blue Mosque

4.5/5(685 reviews)

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

Blue Mosque

Things to do

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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul

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Open-Top Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour in Istanbul

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Top hotels in Cagaloglu

Legacy Ottoman Hotel

Legacy Ottoman Hotel

5 out of 5
Hobyar Mahallesi Hamidiye Cad. No: 16 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is Rp2.296.032 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
Rp2.296.032
Rp2.571.556 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Grand Bazaar and Hagia Sophia are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (995 reviews)
Great location, staff super friendly and the best massage ever.

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Legacy Ottoman Hotel
Fer Hotel

Fer Hotel

Molla Fenari St, Türbedar St. No 12 Istanbul
The price is Rp1.703.292 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
Rp1.703.292
Rp1.907.687 total
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (790 reviews)
Lovely room, fantastic staff. The location is amazing too. Close to all the main attractions and the ferry pier.

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Fer Hotel
Levni Hotel & Spa - Special Class

Levni Hotel & Spa - Special Class

Hoca Pasa, Ankara Caddesi No: 12 Sirkeci Istanbul Istanbul
The price is Rp2.184.057 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
Rp2.184.057
Rp2.446.144 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (993 reviews)
Staff was friendly and very helpful

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Levni Hotel & Spa - Special Class
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

5 out of 5
Visnezade Mah. Acisu Sok. NO. 19 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is Rp4.116.618 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
Rp4.116.618
Rp4.610.612 total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,174 reviews)
Was great service beautiful place friendly nice great

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Divan Istanbul

Divan Istanbul

5 out of 5
Asker Ocagi Cd. No:1, Taksim, Sisli Istanbul Istanbul
The price is Rp2.725.836 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
Rp2.725.836
Rp3.053.009 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Best hotel

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

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Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali

Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali

5 out of 5
Inonu Cad. No 22 Istanbul
The price is Rp1.950.450 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
Rp1.950.450
Rp2.184.504 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,294 reviews)
Clean room, luxury premises, everything top notch. You are locked into their restaurants though (nothing else near) which are quite pricey.

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
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Other neighbourhoods around Cagaloglu

Bosphorus featuring a monument, a bay or harbor and a bridge

Sirkeci

Travellers choose Sirkeci for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sirkeci Station or Eminonu Station and check out top sights like Grand Bazaar.

Sirkeci
Blue Mosque which includes a fountain, a mosque and a pond

Sultanahmet

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Hagia Sophia to Blue Mosque – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Sultanahmet
Galata Tower featuring cruising, general coastal views and a 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.

Galata
Karaköy

Karaköy

Spend some time visiting places like Galata Tower while getting to know Karaköy, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Karakoy Station or Karakoy Tünel Station to see more of the area.

Karaköy
Panorama of Golden Horn Gulf and the Bosphorus in 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.

Beyoğlu
Cumhuriyet Anıtı featuring street scenes, a city and a square or plaza

Istanbul City Center

4/5(122 area reviews)

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.

Istanbul City Center

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