Squares in Istanbul – Shopping – Walking and Entertainment

If you are searching for sightseeing, shopping, activities, entertainment or things to do in Istanbul, you can visit the squares in Istanbul. Istanbul is one of the historical cities and you can see many historical buildings around the squares below and also visit the best local shops for shopping here.

Best Things to Do in Istanbul

If you are looking for things to do in Istanbul and you do not know Istanbul, we have written the best places to visit in Istanbul on our website. You should also visit Sultanahmet square, Beyazıt square and Eminonu square. We can recommend you hundreds of places to visit, but you will see most of these places while walking the streets of Istanbul.

Take a walk in the streets close to the square here, and you will definitely see places that will interest you. The 3 Squares we recommend are in the Fatih district of Istanbul. Fatih district is the first settlement of Istanbul and there are hundreds of historical places here.

If you want advice, bargain Turkish style when buying something, Try the side streets instead of luxury restaurants, it is much cheaper and really tastier. Stay away from people on the road trying to sell you something or wanting to talk. Instead of luxury stores, try the public shopping markets in Istanbul.

If you are visiting Istanbul as a tourist, definitely choose hotels near Sultanahmet. Because this place is like the center of Istanbul. And the most beautiful places to visit, the best things to do are here.

Shopping in Istanbul Fatih

Especially if you want to shop, Fatih district is the shopping point of domestic and foreign tourists. Whatever you are looking for, you can find it here. What you have to do is walk here in your spare time. The place where you can find souvenirs, antiques, clothing and anything you can think of is the Fatih district of Istanbul.

There are historical bazaars here, and shopping in the streets around Eminönü is quite enjoyable. Also, prices are reasonable here, it is known as Turkish (People’s Market). And it usually says the price on what you’re going to buy. If you want to shop, you should definitely visit.

You can also buy the dress you would buy in a luxury store for $100, here for $30. The people of Istanbul wander around Eminonu on weekends for shopping. Fatih district in Istanbul is very different, even walking on the streets is enjoyable.

Hiking and Entertainment

If you want to have fun, you can go to Ortakoy square. You can go to Ortakoy by land or sea. Ortakoy is one of the luxury districts in Beşiktaş district. There are different entertainment venues. You can also sit and relax in a cafe near the sea in Ortakoy square. Antique items are also sold here.

Taksim square is one of the most popular squares in Istanbul. If you like walking and historical places, you can see many beautiful places in and around Taksim square. It is difficult to get around by car in Istanbul. So it would be better if you walk to nearby places.

Top 5 Squares in Istanbul

Eminonu Square, is one of the most visited squares by the people living in Istanbul and the tourists in Istanbul. You can have a good time in many places in Eminonu square and on the beach. Spice Bazaar and Eminonu Ferry Ports, where you will enjoy visiting, are close to Eminonu square. This is also one of the popular shopping spots. There are many options for shopping around Eminonu.

Beyazıt Square is at the end of the Divan Road in the direction of Beyazıt from Sultanahmet. It is a popular square frequented by tourists and Istanbulites. The first places that come to our minds as places to visit and see around Beyazıt Square are the Grand Bazaar, one of the most popular bazaars in Istanbul, the Beyazıt Mosque, one of the oldest mosques in Istanbul, and the historical Sahaflar Çarşısı, a popular place for book lovers. You can also see the Beyazıt tower with its magnificent architecture.

Sultanahmet Square  was known as Hippodrome during the Byzantine Empire and Atmeydani during the Ottoman Empire. In the area, which is one of the most important squares of the city, there was the Roman circus and the Great Palace at the point where the Blue Mosque is located today. There are many historical places to visit around Sultanahmet Square, which is located in the Historic Peninsula in Istanbul.

Taksim Square , the Taksim Republic Monument, the Green Gezi Park, the meeting point with culture, Atatürk Cultural Center, Atatürk Library, the elegant domed Hagia Triada church, the historical nostalgic tram stop, Taksim square, which is integrated with the very famous Istiklal Street, is one of the most important places in Istanbul. It is considered one of the popular squares. It is also a popular meeting point.

Ortakoy Square , Ortaköy Square , one of the most beautiful spots to watch the Bosphorus view in Istanbul, is the  meeting place of young people who love nightlife and action. The square, surrounded by many cafes, bars and restaurants, is one of the most popular places in the city. Some of the best activities you can do in Ortaköy square are to stroll the lively streets near the beach, visit the souvenir shops and old antique shops.