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. 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 1555 accommodations in the neighborhood. Listed below are our travelers' top lodging choices in Taksim:
Hammamhane
Adults-only guesthouse with spa, bar- Free breakfast • Free WiFi • Cafe • Terrace • Central location
Taksimbul Design Hotel
City-center hotel- Free WiFi • 24-hour front desk
Tomtom Suites - Special Class
Luxury hotel with spa, restaurant- Free breakfast • Free WiFi • Bar • Cafe • Central location
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Luxury hotel with 5 restaurants, spa- Free WiFi • 2 bars • Outdoor pool • Spa 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 Airport (IST), 19.7 mi (31.7 km) from Taksim
- Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW), 19.6 mi (31.5 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
- Nevizade Street
- Istiklal Avenue
- Taksim Gezi Park
- Istanbul Technical University