What's Taksim like?
There are lots of things that visitors like about Taksim, especially its shops and historical sites. Make sure that you enjoy the neighbourhood's great cafes and restaurants. Top places to visit include Taksim Square. There's plenty more to see, including Japon Kultur Merkezi and Demiroren Istiklal.Where are the best places to stay in Taksim?
We have 1590 accommodation options in the neighbourhood. Here are some of our travellers' top lodging choices in Taksim:
Hammamhane
Adults-only guesthouse with spa and bar- Free breakfast • Free WiFi • Cafe • Terrace • Central location
Taksimbul Design Hotel
City centre hotel- Free WiFi • 24-hour front desk
Tomtom Suites - Special Class
Luxury hotel with spa and restaurant- Free breakfast • Free WiFi • Bar • Cafe • Central location
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Luxury hotel with 5 restaurants and spa- Free WiFi • 2 bars • Outdoor pool • Hot tub • Central location
Union Hotel Port
- Free WiFi • 24-hour front desk
How to get to Taksim
Taksim is located 1.9 mi (3 km) from the heart of Istanbul.
Flying to:
- Istanbul (IST), 19.7 mi (31.7 km) from Taksim
- Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), 19.6 mi (31.5 km) from Taksim
Getting to Taksim on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:
- Taksim Station
- Findikli Station
- Kabatas Station
Things to see and do in and around Taksim
What to see in Taksim
- Taksim Square
- Nevizade Street
- Istiklal Avenue
- Taksim Gezi Park
- Istanbul Technical University