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 notable monuments or stunning cathedral 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 notable monuments 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 stunning cathedral or shops 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 notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Things to do
3 Hours Bosphorus Boat Cruise with Stop in Asia Side
Istanbul: Sunset or Day Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Snacks
Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Guided Tour w/ Tickets
Istanbul: Galata Tower Entry Ticket with Audio Guide App
Full-Day Journey Between Two Continent of Istanbul (by Boat&Bus)
Istanbul Topkapi Palace and Harem Small-Group Guided Tour
Top hotels in Karaköy
The Peninsula Istanbul
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025
Selectum City Atasehir
Reviewed on 15 Jul 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.