Karaköy
Istanbul
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 stunning cathedral or notable monuments 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 shops or amble around its seaside.
Istanbul Cruise Ship Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Istanbul with a trip to Istanbul Cruise Ship Terminal. Add the area's shops or notable monuments 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.
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 stunning cathedral or shops to your travel plans.
Things to do
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Bosphorus Sunset or Daytime Yacht Cruise with Snacks & Live Guide
Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Tour With Turkish Night Show
Bosphorus Dinner & Show Cruise (All Inclusive)
Istanbul : Historical Turkish Bath Experience in Old City
Top hotels in Karaköy
DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Excellent service, great location, magnificent house keeping!!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Pera Bosphorus Hotel
Great location, very noisy though
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
The Peninsula Istanbul
Excellent location
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
10 Karakoy Istanbul - Special Class
Beautiful clean room. Bathroom was outstanding. Breakfast was amazing with a fantastic choice. Lovely friendly helpful staff! Would definitely stay here again
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Galata Rasso Boutique Hotel
Location is great, staff is extremely nice and helpful. Room is basic, but very nice and modern.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Staff was very helpful and friendly
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Karaköy
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.
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.
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 Topkapi Palace.
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.
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
