Insights
#1 Sultanahmet
Historic and cultural heart of Istanbul, perfect for first-time visitors.
#2 Taksim Square
Central area known for shopping, dining, and vibrant atmosphere.
#3 Karakoy
Trendy neighborhood with great nightlife, shops, and restaurants.
#4 Beyoglu
Vibrant area with restaurants, bars, and nightlife.
#5 Galata
Historic area with energetic nightlife and iconic landmarks.
#6 Nisantasi
Luxury shopping and upscale residential area.
#7 Sisli
Upper-class and business district with various amenities.
#8 Besiktas
Commercial and residential area with beautiful Bosphorus views.
#9 Eminonu
Bustling area ideal for families, close to major tourist attractions and markets.
#10 Cihangir
Charming area with narrow streets and a bohemian vibe.
#11 Beyazit
Affordable accommodations near main tourist sites.
#12 Kadikoy
Popular with locals, offers an authentic Turkish experience.
#13 Moda
Budget-friendly area with a local feel and trendy dining options.
#1 Sultanbeyli
Unsafe due to high presence of illegal immigrants and dysfunctional refugees, especially at night.
#2 Dolapdere
An impoverished area with extreme poverty, violence, and devastation. Unsafe, especially for women.
#3 Kuştepe
Home to drug dealers and poor refugees, with high crime rates and little police presence.
#4 Gülsuyu
Unsafe at night with frequent aggressive protests and high crime rates, including arson.
#5 Tarlabaşı
Known for aggressive behavior, drug activity, and a high presence of sex workers and unwelcoming residents.
#6 Esenyurt
Known for street fights, hooliganism, and drug activity, making it unsafe even for locals.
#7 Gaziosmanpaşa
Densely populated with poor infrastructure and frequent violent incidents, including shootings.
#8 Kasımpaşa
Partially improved but still shabby with scammers, drug dealers, and beggars in certain areas.
#9 Laleli-Aksaray
Least comfortable, with a high presence of prostitutes and a very conservative, unfriendly atmosphere.