The most historic area of istanbul,the Sultanahmet square is a must visit. The breathtaking view of Blue mosque at one end of the maydaani" and Aaya ssofia at the other end.

The Park is very crowded in the evening and is a very popular spot for the Tourists where they can find Blue Mosque at one side and Aya Sophia Museum at the other side.

This July has been very warm - but an early start is rewarded! less queues and the chance to het a Museum card early. For travellers I recommend this. At 85TL you get the Aya Sofia; Topkapi and Harem ( and thats the price paid)...More

This area encompasses an awful lot of the wonderful places Istanbul has to offer and some very close by. We felt safe and were never hassled (unlike the grand bazaar!). So much to see, that my comments are in the particular places as named (Blue...More

Rich and history ,beautiful view .So well restored and maintained Worth it to have a tour guide who can explain all the history to all

Amazing place, absolutely loved walking around the square and there is a lot to see and do there. The only downside is the constant hassle from shop owners who are trying to encourage tourists into their shops as the tourist industry has suffered since the...More

A pretty place for all kinds of tourist of all age group, to have photographs taken, picnickers can throng here and laze around. Also can walk into the small lanes just across the tram station. This place is thronged by tourist. A place to spend...More

This is main tourist juncture between Topkapi, Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Cisterns and the Blue Mosque, so it becomes quite crowded. Still the gardens and fountains are pretty and the people watching is pretty good.

Situated between the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, the square is where you should spend some time getting really nicely framed shots. Timing is crucial otherwise, if backlit, everything looks aweful. The view towards Hagia Sophia, which is on the NE end, is always nice,...More

The locals congregate here, so one can enjoy the atmosphere and it is smack bang between Aviation Sonia and the blue mosque.