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The Best Religious Sites in Istanbul

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Religious sites in Istanbul

Sultan Ahmed Mosque ©
Religious Site
Sultan Ahmed Mosque , Istanbul
4.5
Nicknamed for the blue tiles that adorn its interior, Sultan Ahmed Mosque represents an imposing figure in the city's history and skyline. Lo
Tours from $10
Suleymaniye Cami ©
Religious Site
Suleymaniye Cami , Istanbul
4.9
Witness the work of famed Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan at , a majestic religious structure that dominates the Golden Horn and shares similar
Tours from $25
Little Hagia Sophia ©
Religious Site
Little Hagia Sophia , Istanbul
4.7
Originally built as an octagonal church topped by a large central dome, Little Hagia Sophia inspired the design of Hagia Sophia. Legend has i
Tours from $38
The Ecumenical Patriarchate ©
Religious Site
The Ecumenical Patriarchate , Istanbul
4.7
The spiritual heart of Eastern Orthodox Christianity, The Ecumenical Patriarchate occupies a relatively humble complex in one of Istanbul's o
Tours from $31
Corlulu Ali Pasa Medresesi ©
Religious Site
Corlulu Ali Pasa Medresesi , Istanbul
4.3
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the Grand Bazaar, taste traditional Turkish tea and coffee, and meditate through the aromatic smok
Tours from $66

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Where to stay in Istanbul

Hagia Sophia ©
The bustling downtown core of old Istanbul is the popular choice among tourists wanting a short walking distance to the city's biggest attractions. Here you'll find hostel-style accommodations and reasonably priced and traditionally decorated hotels, as well as bed and breakfasts and inns with views overlooking the sea. Though often the most affordable, accommodations in the old city can be very overrun with tourists and street solicitors. If you seek a more relaxed stay, consider lodging near Taksim Square. This new, trendy neighborhood is a short 15-20 minute ride from the old city, but puts you closer to restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. Though the newer area of the city is a bit more upscale, you'll also find moderately priced hotels and some hostels. Look for luxury hotels in the western suburbs close to the airport, overlooking the banks of Bosphorus.
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