Yeşilköy 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.

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

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 Yeşilköy

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

Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
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

Divan Istanbul
Beautiful hotel, all staff were great. Only thing
Reviewed on 15 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

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
The rooms are not as fresh and new as before, paying such rate for the room entitle guests for bettter standard room especially its a ritz Carlton.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Wyndham Grand Istanbul Kalamis Marina Hotel
An excellent experience.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Yeşilköy

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.

Fatih
Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Hagia Sophia is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Yusufpasa Station to see more of Istanbul.

Istanbul City Center
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.

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

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.

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.
