What's Taksim Like?
There's a lot visitors like about Taksim, especially its shops and historical sites. Make sure to enjoy the neighborhood's great cafes and restaurants. There's lots to explore including top spots like Taksim Square and Bosphorus. There's plenty more to see, including Madame Tussauds Istanbul and Nevizade Street.
Where are the Best Places to Stay in Taksim?
We have 1235 accommodations in the neighborhood. Listed below are our travelers' top lodging choices in Taksim:
Louis Rooms
City-center hotel- Free WiFi • 24-hour front desk • Attentive staff
Hammamhane
Adults-only guesthouse with spa, bar- Free breakfast • Free WiFi • Cafe • Terrace • Central location
Tomtom Suites - Special Class
Luxury hotel with restaurant, bar- Free breakfast • Free WiFi • Cafe • Terrace • Central location
Lokalist, Istanbul, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Luxury hotel with restaurant, bar- Free WiFi • Fitness center • Babysitting services • Garden • 24-hour front desk
Union Hotel Port
- Free WiFi • 24-hour front desk • Walkable location
How to Get to Taksim
Flying to:
- Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW), 19.6 mi (31.5 km) from Taksim
- Istanbul Airport (IST), 19.7 mi (31.7 km) from Taksim
Getting to Taksim on Metro
Stations in the neighborhood include:
- Taksim Station
- Findikli Station
- Kabatas Station
Things to See and Do in and around Taksim
What to See in Taksim
- Taksim Square
- Bosphorus
- Nevizade Street
- Istiklal Avenue
- Taksim Gezi Park
Things to Do in Taksim
- Madame Tussauds Istanbul
- Ataturk Cultural Center
- Abdi Ipekci Street
- Japon Kultur Merkezi
- Demiroren Istiklal