Popular places to visit
Istanbul Sapphire
Find out about the history of Istanbul when you spend time at Istanbul Sapphire. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its seaside.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool
Bosphorus Dinner & Show Cruise (All Inclusive)
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
Acemoglu Historical Turkish Bath with Private Options
Short Bosphorus Cruise Tour With Hotel Pickup And Audio Guide
ISTANBUL: Dinner Cruise On The Bosphorus with Turkish night show
Top hotels in Kâğıthane
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
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Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Dedeman Bostancı
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Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Recital Hotel
The staff were incredibly loving and friendly. A lovely staff member named Enall (think that’s how we spell his name) was especially helpful and hardworking, and he was so sweet and caring with our little girl.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Always great to stay here. From reception to house keeping all well trained and highly professional.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
I recently stayed at this hotel and found the location to be its strongest selling point. It’s right in the heart of the city, within easy walking distance of many major attractions, and surrounded by plenty of restaurants. Public transportation is also just steps away, which made getting around ...
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Wyndham Grand Istanbul Kalamis Marina Hotel
Amazing time staff was wonderful and the place is so clean and immaculate
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kâğıthane
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.
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.
