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Istanbul museums: overview & private tours

Sehenswürdigkeiten in Istanbul mit Eintrittspreisen

634 Museen, Moscheen, Paläste, Parks, Hamams, Märkte, Einkaufszentren und Familienziele mit Preis, Besuchsdauer und Familien-Tipp. Stand September 2026.

Was kostet der Eintritt in Istanbul? Diese Übersicht listet 634 Sehenswürdigkeiten aus 21 Kategorien und 38 Bezirken mit Eintrittspreis, Besuchsdauer und Hinweis, ob der Museumspass İstanbul gilt. Filtern Sie nach Kategorie, Bezirk, Stadtseite und Preis, sortieren Sie nach Kosten und stellen Sie sich eine Wunschliste zusammen.

In short: of the 634 sights in this list, 351 are free – including all the great mosques such as the Blue Mosque and the Süleymaniye, the Grand Bazaar and the Spice Bazaar. For palaces and museums you usually pay 15 to 55 €: Topkapı Palace around 55 € including the Harem, Hagia Sophia about 25 € for the gallery, Dolmabahçe Palace 40 €. The Museum Pass İstanbul is valid at 22 museums. All prices are guide values, as of September 2026.

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  • 22 Orte mit Museumspass
  • 399 Orte mit Familien-Tipp
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Sights in Istanbul by category and district

Discover Istanbul between Europe and Asia: historic mosques, Ottoman palaces, Byzantine cisterns, museums, bazaars, parks, hamams, viewpoints, family destinations and lesser-known places. The overview helps you choose for a day trip, a private city tour or an individual Istanbul trip. Use the filters for entrance fees, free sights, Museum Pass İstanbul, families, districts and sides of the city.

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Eintrittspreise und Besuchsdauer, Stand September 2026. Spaltenüberschriften sortieren die Liste.
Merken Hinweis
1 Hagia Sophia
Ayasofya-i Kebir Cami
Mosque Fatih
European side
25 € (gallery) 1,5–2 hrs Under 8 free ♡ ★★★★★ · Anthemios & Isidoros · Byzantine UNESCO World Heritage; gallery accessible to visitors.
2 Topkapı Palace
Topkapı Sarayı
Palace Fatih
European side
55 € (incl. Harem) 2–3 hrs Under 8 free ♡ Including the Harem and Treasury. Closed on Tuesdays. Large gardens.
Museum Pass valid
3 Basilica Cistern
Yerebatan Sarnıcı
Cistern Fatih
European side
38 € (day) / up to 58 € (evening) 30–45 min Exciting from age 4 ♡ The sunken hall of columns with the Medusa heads.
4 Archaeological Museums
İstanbul Arkeoloji Müzeleri
Museum Fatih
European side
15 € 1–2 hrs Interesting from age 8 ♡ Houses the Alexander Sarcophagus as well as numerous sarcophagi and statues.
Museum Pass valid
5 Sokollu Mehmed Paşa Mosque
Sokollu Mehmed Paşa Camii
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 20–30 min Quiet and beautiful ♡ ★★★★ · Mimar Sinan · Classical Ottoman Masterpiece by Mimar Sinan with inset pieces of the Kaaba stone.
6 Chora / Kariye Mosque
Kariye Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
20 € 45–60 min Mosaics fascinate ♡ ★★★★★ · Byzantine The most important late Byzantine mosaics and frescoes in Istanbul.
7 Zeyrek Mosque (Pantocrator Monastery)
Zeyrek Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 20–30 min Rarely crowded ♡ ★★★ · Byzantine Former Pantocrator Monastery, the second-largest Byzantine church in Istanbul.
8 Nuruosmaniye Mosque
Nuruosmaniye Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ ★★★★ · Baroque/Late Ottoman Baroque right by the Grand Bazaar.
9 Süleyman's Tomb
Süleyman Türbesi
Tomb Fatih
European side
Free 10–15 min – ♡ Tomb of Süleyman the Magnificent in the Süleymaniye complex.
10 Yedikule Fortress
Yedikule Hisarı
Museum Fatih
European side
15 € 45–75 min Adventurous ♡ Golden Gate and Fortress of the Seven Towers with a wide view.
11 Galata Tower
Galata Kulesi
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
30 € 30–45 min Lift available ♡ Genoese tower with a panoramic view over Istanbul.
12 Istanbul Modern
İstanbul Modern
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
20 € 1–2 hrs Modern art ♡ New building by Renzo Piano at Galataport, contemporary art.
Museum Pass valid
13 Pera Museum
Pera Müzesi
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
12 € 45–90 min – ♡ Shows, among other works, the painting The Tortoise Trainer.
Museum Pass valid
14 Aynalıkavak Pavilion
Aynalıkavak Kasrı
Palace Beyoğlu
European side
7 € 30–45 min – ♡ Ottoman musical instruments in a Rococo pavilion.
15 Galata Mevlevihanesi
Mevlevi Müzesi
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
15 € 45–60 min Dervishes fascinate ♡ Historic house of the Mevlevi order with a sema hall.
16 Dolmabahçe Palace
Dolmabahçe Sarayı
Palace Beşiktaş
European side
40 € 1,5–2 hrs Under 8 free ♡ Late Ottoman splendour on the Bosphorus, crystal chandeliers, large gardens.
17 Yıldız Palace
Yıldız Sarayı
Palace Beşiktaş
European side
15–18 € 1–2 hrs Lots of space ♡ Extensive grounds, residence of Sultan Abdülhamid II.
Museum Pass valid
18 Naval Museum
Deniz Müzesi
Museum Beşiktaş
European side
10 € 1 hrs Ships and models ♡ Sultans' galleys and the naval history of the Ottoman Empire.
Museum Pass valid
19 Rumeli Hisarı
Rumeli Hisarı
Museum Sarıyer
European side
7 € 30–45 min Under 12 free ♡ Fortress at the narrowest point of the Bosphorus, excellent view.
20 Sadberk Hanım Museum
Sadberk Hanım Müzesi
Hidden gem Sarıyer
European side
10 € 45–75 min – ♡ Turkey's first private museum, with top-class archaeology.
21 Beylerbeyi Palace
Beylerbeyi Sarayı
Palace Üsküdar
Asian side
16–20 € 1 hrs – ♡ Summer residence of the sultans right on the water.
Museum Pass valid
22 Maiden's Tower
Kız Kulesi
Museum Üsküdar
Asian side
27 € 30–45 min Boat ride and view ♡ Tower on an island in the Bosphorus, including boat transfer.
23 Kuzguncuk
Kuzguncuk
Hidden gem Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 1–2 hrs Relaxed ♡ Colourful wooden houses, a church, a synagogue and a mosque in one street.
24 Çamlıca Mosque
Çamlıca Camii
Mosque Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 30–45 min Large green space ♡ ★★★★★ · Modern Turkey's largest modern mosque on the highest hill of the city.
25 Haydarpaşa Station
Haydarpaşa Garı
Hidden gem Kadıköy
Asian side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ German-Ottoman heritage, magnificent station architecture.
26 Eyüp Sultan Mosque
Eyüp Sultan Camii
Mosque Eyüp
European side
Free 45–60 min Cable car and café ♡ ★★★★★ · Classical Ottoman The most important Islamic pilgrimage site in Istanbul.
27 Pierre Loti Hill
Pierre Loti Tepesi
Park Eyüp
European side
Free 30–45 min Café with a view ♡ Café with a view over the Golden Horn, reached by cable car.
28 Miniatürk
Miniatürk
Museum Eyüp
European side
15–22 € 2–3 hrs Great for kids ♡ Highlights of Turkey on a 1:25 scale, plenty of room to walk around.
29 Rahmi M. Koç Museum
Rahmi M. Koç Müzesi
Museum Eyüp
European side
18 € 1,5–2 hrs Very child-friendly ♡ Submarine, vintage cars, aircraft and interactive exhibits.
30 Tekfur Sarayı (Palace of Blachernae)
Tekfur Sarayı
Palace Fatih
European side
10 € 30–45 min – ♡ The only surviving part of the Byzantine imperial palace.
31 Çinili Köşk
Çinili Köşk
Museum Fatih
European side
Included with the Archaeological Museum 20–30 min – ♡ The oldest Ottoman secular building in Istanbul.
Museum Pass valid
32 Fethiye Museum
Fethiye Müzesi
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
10 € 20–30 min – ♡ Former Pammakaristos Church with Byzantine mosaics.
33 Mosaic Museum
Büyük Saray Mozaikleri Müzesi
Museum Fatih
European side
12 € 20–30 min – ♡ Floor mosaics of the Byzantine Great Palace.
34 Küçüksu Kasrı
Küçüksu Kasrı
Palace Üsküdar
Asian side
10 € 30–45 min – ♡ Ottoman Rococo palace on the shore of the Bosphorus.
Museum Pass valid
35 Ihlamur Pavilions
Ihlamur Kasırları
Palace Beşiktaş
European side
7 € 20–30 min Hidden garden ♡ Two pavilions in a quiet garden area.
Museum Pass valid
36 Maslak Pavilions
Maslak Kasırları
Palace Sarıyer
European side
7 € 20–30 min – ♡ Former hunting lodges surrounded by greenery.
Museum Pass valid
37 Military Museum
Harbiye Askeri Müze
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
10 € 45–60 min Mehter band at 3 pm ♡ Military history, daily performance of Mehter music at 3 p.m.
Museum Pass valid
38 Emirgan Park
Emirgan Korusu
Park Sarıyer
European side
Free 1–2 hrs Playgrounds and picnic ♡ Tulip festival in April, view of the Bosphorus.
39 Little Hagia Sophia
Küçük Ayasofya Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ ★★★ · Byzantine Early Byzantine domed building, later a mosque.
40 Theodosius Cistern
Şerefiye Sarnıcı
Cistern Fatih
European side
20 € 20–30 min – ♡ Ancient cistern with a modern light installation.
41 Binbirdirek Cistern
Binbirdirek Sarnıcı
Cistern Fatih
European side
15 € 15–25 min – ♡ The cistern of the 1001 columns.
42 Mihrimah Sultan Mosque (Edirnekapı)
Mihrimah Sultan Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ ★★★★ · Mimar Sinan · Classical Ottoman Light-flooded work by Sinan at the highest point of the land walls.
43 Atatürk Sea Villa Florya
Florya Atatürk Deniz Köşkü
Palace Bakırköy
European side
10 € 30–45 min – ♡ Presidential house on stilts in the sea.
Museum Pass valid
44 Sakıp Sabancı Museum
Sakıp Sabancı Müzesi
Museum Sarıyer
European side
15 € 1 hrs – ♡ Temporary exhibitions and a calligraphy collection on the Bosphorus.
Museum Pass valid
45 Hagia Irene
Aya İrini
Museum Fatih
European side
25 € 30–45 min – ♡ Byzantine church that was never converted into a mosque.
46 Blue Mosque
Sultanahmet Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 30–45 min Large courtyard ♡ ★★★★★ · Sedefkâr Mehmed Ağa · Classical Ottoman Sultan's mosque with six minarets and İznik tiles.
47 Süleymaniye Mosque
Süleymaniye Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 30–45 min View terrace ♡ ★★★★★ · Mimar Sinan · Classical Ottoman Main work of Mimar Sinan with a view over the Golden Horn.
48 Fatih Mosque
Fatih Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ ★★★★ · Classical Ottoman The first great mosque after the conquest of Constantinople.
49 Beyazıt Mosque
Beyazıt Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ ★★★★ · Classical Ottoman One of the oldest great Ottoman mosques in the city.
50 Rüstem Paşa Mosque
Rüstem Paşa Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ ★★★★★ · Mimar Sinan · Classical Ottoman Small gem with exceptionally dense İznik tiles.
51 Şehzade Mosque
Şehzade Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ ★★★★ · Mimar Sinan · Classical Ottoman Early masterpiece by Sinan, a symmetrical complex.
52 Yeni Cami
Yeni Cami
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ ★★★★★ · Classical Ottoman Striking mosque on the square of Eminönü by the Spice Bazaar.
53 Laleli Mosque
Laleli Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ ★★★ · Baroque/Late Baroque mosque of the 18th century.
54 Pertevniyal Valide Sultan Mosque
Pertevniyal Valide Sultan Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ ★★ · Baroque/Late Late Ottoman eclecticism in Aksaray.
55 Kalenderhane Mosque
Kalenderhane Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ ★★ · Byzantine Byzantine origin, a rare example of a conversion.
56 Gül Mosque
Gül Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ ★★ · Byzantine Former Byzantine church in the Fener district.
57 Fenari İsa Mosque
Fenari İsa Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ ★★ · Byzantine Byzantine double-church complex.
58 Atik Ali Paşa Mosque
Atik Ali Paşa Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ ★★ · Classical Ottoman Classical mosque near Çemberlitaş.
59 Firuz Ağa Mosque
Firuz Ağa Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 10–15 min – ♡ Small early Ottoman mosque at the Hippodrome.
60 Murad Paşa Mosque
Murad Paşa Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ Mosque from the 15th century.
61 Hekimoğlu Ali Paşa Mosque
Hekimoğlu Ali Paşa Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ ★★ · Baroque/Late Late classical complex with a beautiful courtyard.
62 Yavuz Selim Mosque
Yavuz Sultan Selim Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ ★★★★ · Mimar Sinan · Classical Ottoman Elevated location with a wide view over the Golden Horn.
63 Eski İmaret Mosque
Eski İmaret Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ ★★ · Byzantine Rarely visited Byzantine building.
64 Molla Gürani Mosque
Molla Gürani Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ Hidden mosque with Byzantine remains.
65 Arap Mosque
Arap Camii
Mosque Beyoğlu
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ ★★ · Byzantine Former Gothic church in Karaköy.
66 Ortaköy Mosque
Büyük Mecidiye Camii
Mosque Beşiktaş
European side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ ★★★★★ · Nigoğos Balyan · Baroque/Late Bosphorus landmark in Ottoman Baroque style.
67 Sinan Paşa Mosque
Sinan Paşa Camii
Mosque Beşiktaş
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ ★★★★ · Mimar Sinan · Classical Ottoman Classical mosque of the 16th century.
68 Dolmabahçe Mosque
Dolmabahçe Camii
Mosque Beşiktaş
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ ★★★ · Garabet & Nigoğos Balyan · Baroque/Late Representative waterfront mosque of the 19th century.
69 Nusretiye Mosque
Nusretiye Camii
Mosque Beyoğlu
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ ★★★ · Krikor Balyan · Baroque/Late Finely decorated Baroque mosque near Tophane.
70 Şemsi Paşa Mosque
Şemsi Paşa Camii
Mosque Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ ★★★★ · Mimar Sinan · Classical Ottoman Small waterfront mosque by Sinan.
71 Mihrimah Sultan Mosque (Üsküdar)
Mihrimah Sultan Camii
Mosque Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ ★★★★ · Mimar Sinan · Classical Ottoman Sinan building right by the ferry pier.
72 Atik Valide Mosque
Atik Valide Camii
Mosque Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 25–35 min – ♡ ★★★★ · Mimar Sinan · Classical Ottoman Large Sinan complex on the hill.
73 Yeni Valide Mosque
Yeni Valide Camii
Mosque Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ 18th-century mosque in the centre of Üsküdar.
74 Beylerbeyi Hamid-i Evvel Mosque
Beylerbeyi Hamid-i Evvel Camii
Mosque Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ Elegant mosque right on the water.
75 Ayazma Mosque
Ayazma Camii
Mosque Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ Baroque mosque on a hillside with a view of the Bosphorus.
76 Selimiye Mosque (Üsküdar)
Selimiye Camii
Mosque Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ Mosque from the time of Selim III.
77 Muradiye Mosque
Muradiye Camii
Mosque Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ Historic neighbourhood mosque.
78 Valide-i Cedid Mosque
Valide-i Cedid Camii
Mosque Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ Ottoman mosque of the 18th century.
79 Çinili Mosque
Çinili Camii
Mosque Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ Known for its historic tile decoration.
80 Ahmediye Mosque
Ahmediye Camii
Mosque Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ Neighbourhood mosque with a madrasa and fountain.
81 Valide-i Atik Külliye
Valide-i Atik Külliyesi
Hidden gem Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 30–45 min – ♡ Large historic complex with a mosque and madrasa.
82 Aziz Mahmud Hüdai Complex
Aziz Mahmud Hüdayi Camii ve Türbesi
Tomb Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ Important pilgrimage site of the Sufi tradition.
83 Selman Ağa Mosque
Selman Ağa Camii
Mosque Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ Little-known historic mosque.
84 Osman Ağa Mosque
Osmanağa Camii
Mosque Kadıköy
Asian side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ The most important historic mosque in the centre of Kadıköy.
85 Söğütlüçeşme Mosque
Söğütlüçeşme Camii
Mosque Kadıköy
Asian side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ Historic neighbourhood mosque.
86 Defterdar İbrahim Paşa Mosque
Defterdar İbrahim Paşa Camii
Mosque Eyüp
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ Historic mosque on the slope above the Golden Horn.
87 Zal Mahmud Paşa Mosque
Zal Mahmud Paşa Camii
Mosque Eyüp
European side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ ★★★ · Mimar Sinan · Classical Ottoman Sinan building on a striking hillside site.
88 Silahdar Abdullah Ağa Mosque
Silahdar Abdullah Ağa Camii
Mosque Eyüp
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ Simple historic building.
89 Kılıç Ali Paşa Mosque
Kılıç Ali Paşa Camii
Mosque Beyoğlu
European side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ ★★★★ · Mimar Sinan · Classical Ottoman Sinan mosque for Admiral Kılıç Ali Paşa in Tophane.
90 Bereketzade Mosque
Bereketzade Camii
Mosque Beyoğlu
European side
Free 10–15 min – ♡ Small historic mosque in the Galata quarter.
91 Hırka-i Şerif Mosque
Hırka-i Şerif Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ Repository of a relic of the Prophet.
92 Cerrahpaşa Mosque
Cerrahpaşa Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ Classical building of the 16th century.
93 Ferruh Kethüda Mosque
Ferruh Kethüda Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ ★★★ · Mimar Sinan · Classical Ottoman Small work by Sinan in Balat.
94 Hadım İbrahim Paşa Mosque
Hadım İbrahim Paşa Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ ★★★ · Mimar Sinan · Classical Ottoman Historic mosque near Silivrikapı.
95 Mesih Mehmed Paşa Mosque
Mesih Mehmed Paşa Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ ★★★ · Mimar Sinan · Classical Ottoman Ottoman building with classical proportions.
96 Davut Paşa Mosque
Davut Paşa Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ Mosque from the early period of the Ottoman Empire.
97 Sultan Selim Mosque
Sultan Selim Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ Elevated location with a wide view.
98 Murat Paşa Külliyesi
Murat Paşa Külliyesi
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ Historic Ottoman foundation complex.
99 Bodrum Mosque
Bodrum Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ ★★ · Byzantine Byzantine origin, later used by the Ottomans.
100 Manastır Mosque
Manastır Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ Small building with an early Byzantine background.
101 Kasım Ağa Mosque
Kasım Ağa Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 10–15 min – ♡ Inconspicuous historic mosque.
102 İskender Paşa Mosque
İskender Paşa Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ Historic building near Haseki.
103 Fenari İsa Külliyesi
Fenari İsa Külliyesi
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ Byzantine and Ottoman architectural history in one place.
104 Sancaktar Hayrettin Mosque
Sancaktar Hayrettin Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 10–15 min – ♡ Very old small sacred building with Byzantine remains.
105 Has Murat Paşa Mosque
Has Murat Paşa Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ Typical Ottoman neighbourhood mosque.
106 Kasımpaşa Büyük Camii
Kasımpaşa Büyük Camii
Mosque Beyoğlu
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ Historic mosque in the maritime quarter of Kasımpaşa.
107 Piyale Paşa Mosque
Piyale Paşa Camii
Mosque Beyoğlu
European side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ ★★★ · Mimar Sinan · Classical Ottoman Extraordinary mosque building with six domes.
108 Hacı Beşir Ağa Mosque
Hacı Beşir Ağa Camii
Mosque Beyoğlu
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ Smaller historic mosque.
109 Yıldız Hamidiye Mosque
Yıldız Hamidiye Camii
Mosque Beşiktaş
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ Representative mosque of Abdülhamid II.
110 Teşvikiye Mosque
Teşvikiye Camii
Mosque Şişli
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ Late Ottoman mosque in the Nişantaşı quarter.
111 Orhaniye Kışla Camii
Orhaniye Kışla Camii
Mosque Beşiktaş
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ Mosque in the vicinity of the historic barracks.
112 Selimiye Kışla Camii
Selimiye Kışla Camii
Mosque Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ Mosque near the Selimiye Barracks.
113 Rum Mehmed Paşa Mosque
Rum Mehmed Paşa Camii
Mosque Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ One of the oldest Ottoman mosques on the Asian side.
114 İmrahor Mosque
İmrahor Camii
Mosque Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 10–15 min – ♡ Smaller historic mosque.
115 Şakirin Mosque
Şakirin Camii
Mosque Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ ★★★ · Hüsrev Tayla / Z. Fadıllıoğlu · Modern Modern mosque building from 2009, interior by Zeynep Fadıllıoğlu.
116 Panorama 1453
Panorama 1453 Tarih Müzesi
Museum Zeytinburnu
European side
12 € 45–60 min Interactive ♡ Panorama of the conquest of Constantinople.
117 Merkezefendi Mosque
Merkezefendi Camii
Mosque Zeytinburnu
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ Historic mosque with a Sufi tradition.
118 Seyyid Nizam Mosque
Seyyid Nizam Camii
Mosque Zeytinburnu
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ Part of a religious complex rich in tradition.
119 Theodosian Land Walls
Teodosyus Surları
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 1–2 hrs Walk ♡ Kilometres-long ancient city wall, best section at Edirnekapı.
120 Aqueduct of Valens
Bozdoğan Kemeri
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 15–30 min – ♡ Roman aqueduct running through the city.
121 Genoese city wall of Galata
Galata Surları
Hidden gem Beyoğlu
European side
Free 20–40 min – ♡ Remains of the Genoese fortifications.
122 Anadolu Hisarı
Anadolu Hisarı
Museum Beykoz
Asian side
5 € 30–45 min Under 12 free ♡ The oldest Ottoman fortress on the Bosphorus, on the Asian side.
123 Fountain of Ahmed III
III. Ahmet Çeşmesi
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 10–15 min – ♡ Magnificent Rococo fountain in front of the Topkapı gate.
124 German Fountain
Alman Çeşmesi
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 5–10 min – ♡ Gift from Emperor Wilhelm II at the Hippodrome.
125 Egyptian Bazaar (Spice Bazaar)
Mısır Çarşısı
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 30–60 min Spices and sweets ♡ Famous bazaar from the 17th century.
126 Grand Bazaar
Kapalıçarşı
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 1–2 hrs Souvenirs ♡ One of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world.
127 Gülhane Park
Gülhane Parkı
Park Fatih
European side
Free 1 hrs Playgrounds ♡ Former imperial garden of Topkapı Palace.
128 Yıldız Park
Yıldız Parkı
Park Beşiktaş
European side
Free 1–2 hrs Picnic and play ♡ Large wooded area with historic pavilions.
129 Tophane-i Amire
Tophane-i Amire
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
varies 45–75 min – ♡ Former cannon foundry, today an exhibition venue.
130 Caferağa Medresesi
Caferağa Medresesi
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 20–40 min – ♡ Sinan building, today a centre for traditional handicrafts.
131 Bucoleon Palace
Bukoleon Sarayı
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 15–30 min – ♡ Ruins of the Byzantine palace on the Sea of Marmara.
132 Yoros Castle
Yoros Kalesi
Hidden gem Beykoz
Asian side
Free 30–45 min – ♡ Castle ruin on the northern Bosphorus with a wide view.
133 Tomb of Barbarossa
Barbaros Hayrettin Paşa Türbesi
Tomb Beşiktaş
European side
Free 10–15 min – ♡ Tomb of the Ottoman admiral Hayreddin Barbarossa.
134 Hagia Triada Church
Aya Triada Kilisesi
Hidden gem Beyoğlu
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ The largest Greek Orthodox church, on Taksim Square.
135 Zografyon Lyceum
Özel Zografyon Rum Lisesi
Hidden gem Beyoğlu
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ Historic school building of the Greek community.
136 Ahrida Synagogue
Ahrida Sinagogu
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
By appointment only 20–30 min – ♡ The oldest synagogue in Istanbul, in the Balat quarter.
137 Bulgarian Iron Church
Sveti Stefan Kilisesi
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ Church made of prefabricated cast-iron parts.
138 Otağtepe Park
Otağtepe Fatih Korusu
Park Beykoz
Asian side
Free 30–60 min Best view ♡ Viewpoint overlooking both Bosphorus bridges.
139 Selimiye Barracks
Selimiye Kışlası
Hidden gem Üsküdar
Asian side
By appointment only 45–60 min – ♡ Monumental barracks, home of the Florence Nightingale Museum.
140 Mısır Apartmanı
Mısır Apartmanı
Hidden gem Beyoğlu
European side
Free 10–15 min – ♡ Art Nouveau building on İstiklal Caddesi.
141 Karaköy Palas
Karaköy Palas
Hidden gem Beyoğlu
European side
Free 10–15 min – ♡ Neoclassical commercial building in Karaköy.
142 Terkos Pasajı
Terkos Pasajı
Hidden gem Beyoğlu
European side
Free 10–20 min – ♡ Historic shopping arcade with Pera flair.
143 Cistern of Mocius (Çukurbostan)
Çukurbostan
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 20–40 min Lots of space ♡ Huge ancient open-air cistern, today a city park.
144 Vefa Bozacısı
Vefa Bozacısı
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
varies 10–15 min Try boza ♡ Historic shop from 1876, famous for boza.
145 University Botanical Garden
İstanbul Üniversitesi Botanik Bahçesi
Park Fatih
European side
Free 30–60 min Hidden oasis ♡ Quiet garden with a view of the Süleymaniye.
146 Museum of Innocence
Masumiyet Müzesi
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
15 € 45–75 min – ♡ Orhan Pamuk's novel as a walk-in museum.
147 Mahmut Paşa Türbesi
Mahmut Paşa Türbesi
Tomb Fatih
European side
Free 10–15 min – ♡ Early mausoleum with exceptional tiles near the Grand Bazaar.
148 St. Mary of the Mongols
Meryem Ana Kilisesi
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
By appointment only 15–25 min – ♡ Byzantine church that has always remained Christian.
149 Büyük Valide Han
Büyük Valide Han
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 20–40 min Roof terrace ♡ Historic caravanserai with a view over the old town.
150 Balat and Fener
Balat ve Fener
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 1–2 hrs Colourful streets ♡ Colourful wooden houses and multicultural heritage on the Golden Horn.
151 Phanar Greek Orthodox College (Fener)
Özel Fener Rum Lisesi
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Exterior only 15–30 min – ♡ Striking red school building above the Golden Horn.
152 Acemoğlu Hamamı
Acemoğlu Hamamı
Hamam Fatih
European side
from 35 € 1 hrs From about age 8 ♡ Local hamam off the tourist trail.
153 Revan and Baghdad Pavilions
Revan Kasrı ve Bağdat Kasrı
Palace Fatih
European side
Included with Topkapı 30–45 min – ♡ Pavilions in the Topkapı garden commemorating military campaigns.
Museum Pass valid
154 Belgrad Forest
Belgrad Ormanı
Park Sarıyer
European side
Free 2–4 hrs Hiking ♡ Forest area with historic aqueducts and hiking trails.
155 Moda and Bahariye
Moda ve Bahariye
Hidden gem Kadıköy
Asian side
Free 1–2 hrs Seaside promenade ♡ Lively quarters on the Asian side with a waterfront promenade.
156 Florence Nightingale Museum
Florence Nightingale Müzesi
Museum Üsküdar
Asian side
By appointment only 30–45 min – ♡ Museum in the Selimiye Barracks on nursing in the Crimean War.
157 Aya Yorgi on Büyükada
Aya Yorgi Manastırı
Hidden gem Adalar
Islands
Free (plus ferry) 1 hrs Ferry and a climb ♡ Pilgrimage church on the highest point of Büyükada.
158 Çırağan Palace (exterior)
Çırağan Sarayı
Palace Beşiktaş
European side
Free (exterior) 30–45 min Park ♡ Ottoman waterfront palace, today a hotel with a public waterfront path.
159 Çemberlitaş Hamamı
Çemberlitaş Hamamı
Hamam Fatih
European side
from 60 € 1 hrs From about age 8 ♡ Hamam by Mimar Sinan from 1584.
160 Cağaloğlu Hamamı
Cağaloğlu Hamamı
Hamam Fatih
European side
from 80 € 1 hrs From about age 8 ♡ The last great Ottoman hamam, from 1741.
161 Hürrem Sultan Hamamı
Hürrem Sultan Hamamı
Hamam Fatih
European side
from 100 € 1 hrs From about age 8 ♡ Double hamam built by Sinan in 1556 near Hagia Sophia.
162 Kılıç Ali Paşa Hamamı
Kılıç Ali Paşa Hamamı
Hamam Beyoğlu
European side
from 90 € 1 hrs From about age 8 ♡ Sinan building in Tophane with an impressive dome.
163 Galatasaray Hamamı
Galatasaray Hamamı
Hamam Beyoğlu
European side
from 50 € 1 hrs From about age 8 ♡ One of the oldest hamams in Istanbul, founded in 1481.
164 Gedikpaşa Hamamı
Gedikpaşa Hamamı
Hamam Fatih
European side
from 40 € 1 hrs From about age 8 ♡ Hamam more than 550 years old with a local clientele.
165 Zeyrek Çinili Hamamı
Zeyrek Çinili Hamamı
Hamam Fatih
European side
from 70 € 1 hrs From about age 8 ♡ Historic hamam with its own museum.
166 Mall of Istanbul
İstanbul AVM
Mall Başakşehir
European side
Free entry 2–4 hrs Great for families ♡ Large mall with MOI Park, one of the largest indoor amusement parks.
167 İstinye Park
İstinye Park
Mall Sarıyer
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Open-air section ♡ Upscale mall with an open-air section.
168 Zorlu Center
Zorlu Center
Mall Beşiktaş
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Cinema and shows ♡ Shopping with a Performing Arts Center and cinema.
169 Cevahir Mall
Cevahir AVM
Mall Şişli
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Entertainment ♡ One of the largest covered malls in Europe.
170 Forum Istanbul
Forum Istanbul
Mall Bayrampaşa
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs SEA LIFE and LEGO ♡ Mall with SEA LIFE Aquarium and LEGOLAND Discovery Centre.
171 Aqua Florya
Aqua Florya AVM
Mall Bakırköy
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Aquarium and sea view ♡ Seaside mall with Istanbul Aquarium and cinema.
172 Emaar Square Mall
Emaar Square Mall
Mall Ataşehir
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Aquarium ♡ Mall with Emaar Aquarium and an underwater zoo.
173 Vialand / İsfanbul
Vialand
Theme park Eyüp
European side
from 60–70 € 3–6 hrs Full day ♡ Theme park with roller coasters, shows and a shopping area.
174 Istanbul Aquarium
İstanbul Akvaryum
Aquarium Bakırköy
European side
from 25–40 € 1,5–2 hrs Shark tunnel ♡ Large themed aquarium with more than 15,000 animals.
175 MOI Park
MOI Park
Family & kids Başakşehir
European side
from 25–45 € 2–4 hrs Indoors when it rains ♡ Large indoor amusement park in the Mall of Istanbul.
176 KidZania Istanbul
KidZania Istanbul
Family & kids Üsküdar
Asian side
from 30 € 2–3 hrs Ages 4 to 14 ♡ Role-play city in the Akasya shopping centre where children try out professions.
177 LEGOLAND Discovery Centre
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre
Family & kids Bayrampaşa
European side
from 25 € 1,5–2 hrs For LEGO fans ♡ Indoor LEGO world with rides and a 4D cinema.
178 Polonezköy Zoo
Polonezköy Hayvanat Bahçesi
Family & kids Beykoz
Asian side
from 10 € 1–2 hrs Close to nature ♡ Animal park in natural surroundings.
179 Faruk Yalçın Zoo
Faruk Yalçın Hayvanat Bahçesi
Family & kids Darıca (Kocaeli)
Asian side
from 15 € 1–2 hrs Exotic animals ♡ Modern zoo with educational programmes, in Darıca outside Istanbul, about 45 minutes from Kadıköy.
180 Metropol Istanbul
Metropol Istanbul
Mall Ataşehir
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Play area ♡ Mall with a play area, cinema and family attractions.
181 Atlantis Waterpark
Atlantis Waterpark
Theme park Eyüp
European side
from 30 € 2–4 hrs Water fun ♡ Water park with slides, wave pool and children's area.
182 Viaport Marina Aquapark
Viaport Marina Aquapark
Theme park Tuzla
Asian side
from 35 € 2–4 hrs – ♡ Water park with many slides.
183 TURK Fatih Tutak
TURK Fatih Tutak
Fine dining Beyoğlu
European side
from 300 € 2–3 hrs Not for small children ♡ Michelin-starred modern Turkish cuisine.
184 Neolokal
Neolokal
Fine dining Beyoğlu
European side
from 150 € 2 hrs – ♡ Sustainable Anatolian cuisine with Turkish wines.
185 Mikla
Mikla
Rooftop Beyoğlu
European side
from 180 € 2 hrs Great view ♡ Rooftop restaurant with new Anatolian cuisine.
186 Arkestra
Arkestra
Fine dining Beyoğlu
European side
from 120 € 2 hrs – ♡ Creative modern interpretation of Turkish cuisine.
187 Nicole
Nicole
Fine dining Beyoğlu
European side
from 140 € 2 hrs – ♡ Elegant French-Turkish cuisine.
188 Pandeli
Pandeli
Traditional Turkish Fatih
European side
from 50 € 1 hrs Historic ♡ Restaurant from 1901 in the Egyptian Bazaar.
189 Çiya Sofrası
Çiya Sofrası
Traditional Turkish Kadıköy
Asian side
from 30 € 1 hrs Regional cooking ♡ Known for regional Anatolian dishes.
190 Karaköy Lokantası
Karaköy Lokantası
Traditional Turkish Beyoğlu
European side
from 40 € 45–75 min – ♡ Modern interpretation of classic lokanta dishes.
191 Şehzade Cağ Kebap
Şehzade Cağ Kebap
Traditional Turkish Fatih
European side
from 25 € 30–45 min Kebab ♡ Cağ kebap, slow-cooked lamb from the horizontal spit.
192 Aheste
Aheste
Fine dining Beyoğlu
European side
from 100 € 1,5 hrs – ♡ Meze menus in a stylish atmosphere.
193 Nusr-Et Steakhouse
Nusr-Et Steakhouse
Fine dining Beşiktaş
European side
from 150 € 1,5 hrs Show cooking ♡ Premium steaks with a show at the table.
194 360 Istanbul
360 Istanbul
Rooftop Beyoğlu
European side
from 65 € 1 hrs Panoramic view ♡ All-round view over the city, steak and seafood.
195 Roof Mezze 360
Roof Mezze 360
Rooftop Beyoğlu
European side
from 70 € 1 hrs – ♡ Modern mezze with a view.
196 Loti Roof Lounge
Loti Roof Lounge
Rooftop Fatih
European side
from 60 € 1 hrs Hagia Sophia view ♡ Rooftop terrace with a view over Sultanahmet.
197 Alaf Kuruçeşme
Alaf Kuruçeşme
Rooftop Beşiktaş
European side
from 80 € 1 hrs – ♡ Waterfront restaurant with a view of the Bosphorus.
198 Spago Istanbul
Spago Istanbul
Fine dining Beşiktaş
European side
from 120 € 1,5 hrs – ♡ Asian-American fusion at the St. Regis.
199 Gün Lokantası
Gün Lokantası
Traditional Turkish Fatih
European side
from 35 € 45–75 min – ♡ Modern Turkish home cooking.
200 Antiochia Concept
Antiochia Concept
Traditional Turkish Beyoğlu
European side
from 45 € 1 hrs – ♡ Southeastern Anatolian specialities from Antakya.
201 Kıyı Restaurant
Kıyı Restaurant
Rooftop Sarıyer
European side
from 90 € 1 hrs – ♡ Traditional fish restaurant in Tarabya on the upper Bosphorus.
202 Hidden Garden Restaurant
Hidden Garden Restaurant
Traditional Turkish Fatih
European side
from 50 € 1 hrs – ♡ Garden restaurant in the old town.
203 Mahir Lokantası
Mahir Lokantası
Traditional Turkish Kadıköy
Asian side
from 30 € 45–75 min – ♡ Classic Turkish home cooking.
204 Halil Lahmacun
Halil Lahmacun
Street food Kadıköy
Asian side
from 10 € 15–20 min Lahmacun ♡ One of the oldest lahmacun places in the city.
205 Kokoreç Tekin Usta
Kokoreç Tekin Usta
Street food Beyoğlu
European side
from 15 € 10–15 min For the brave ♡ Well-known place for kokoreç.
206 Lades Menemen
Lades Menemen
Street food Beyoğlu
European side
from 12 € 15–20 min Breakfast ♡ Known for menemen, Turkish scrambled eggs with tomatoes.
207 Bayramoğlu Döner
Bayramoğlu Döner
Street food Beyoğlu
European side
from 15 € 15–20 min Döner ♡ High-quality döner prepared the traditional way.
208 Çömlek Kuru Fasulye
Çömlek Kuru Fasulye
Traditional Turkish Fatih
European side
from 20 € 30–45 min – ♡ Known for kuru fasulye, bean stew in a clay pot.
209 Araf
Araf
Fine dining Beyoğlu
European side
from 90 € 2 hrs – ♡ Cooking over an open fire with pure Turkish flavours.
210 Seven Hills Restaurant
Seven Hills Restaurant
Rooftop Fatih
European side
from 55 € 1–1,5 hrs View of both mosques ♡ Rooftop terrace with a view of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.
211 Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
Türk ve İslam Eserleri Müzesi
Museum Fatih
European side
varies 1–1,5 hrs Carpets and calligraphy ♡ In the Palace of İbrahim Pasha at the Hippodrome, important carpet and manuscript collection.
Museum Pass valid
212 Carpet Museum
Vakıflar Halı Müzesi
Museum Fatih
European side
varies 45–60 min – ♡ Historic prayer rugs from Ottoman mosques, in the annex of the Blue Mosque.
Museum Pass valid
213 SALT Galata
SALT Galata
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
Free 1 hrs – ♡ Exhibitions and a library in the building of the former Ottoman Bank.
214 Borusan Contemporary
Borusan Contemporary
Museum Sarıyer
European side
varies 1 hrs – ♡ Media art in the Perili Köşk on the Bosphorus, usually open only at weekends.
215 Arter
Arter
Museum Şişli
European side
varies 1–1,5 hrs – ♡ Contemporary art in a new building in Dolapdere.
216 Ara Güler Museum
Ara Güler Müzesi
Museum Şişli
European side
varies 45–60 min – ♡ Photographs by the chronicler of Istanbul.
217 Toy Museum
İstanbul Oyuncak Müzesi
Family & kids Kadıköy
Asian side
varies 1 hrs Great for kids ♡ Historic toys in a villa in Göztepe.
218 Museum of Illusions
Museum of Illusions
Family & kids Beyoğlu
European side
varies 1 hrs Fun for photos ♡ Hands-on optical illusions on İstiklal Caddesi.
219 Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam
İslam Bilim ve Teknoloji Tarihi Müzesi
Museum Fatih
European side
varies 45–60 min Models to look at ♡ Replicas of historic instruments in Gülhane Park.
Museum Pass valid
220 Museum of Calligraphy
Türk Vakıf Hat Sanatları Müzesi
Museum Fatih
European side
varies 30–45 min – ♡ Ottoman calligraphy in a historic madrasa near Beyazıt.
Museum Pass valid
221 Pera Palace Hotel museum room
Pera Palace Müze Odası
Hidden gem Beyoğlu
European side
varies 20–30 min – ♡ Room 411, where Agatha Christie stayed, in the historic hotel.
222 Cinema Museum
Sinema Müzesi
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
varies 45–60 min – ♡ History of Turkish film in the Atlas Passage building.
223 Ecumenical Patriarchate
Fener Rum Patrikhanesi
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 30–45 min – ♡ Seat of the Ecumenical Patriarchate with the Church of St. George in Fener.
224 Armenian Patriarchate
Ermeni Patrikhanesi
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
By arrangement only 20–30 min – ♡ Seat of the Armenian Patriarchate in Kumkapı.
225 St. Anthony of Padua
Sent Antuan Kilisesi
Hidden gem Beyoğlu
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ The largest Catholic church in Istanbul, on İstiklal Caddesi.
226 Neve Shalom Synagogue
Neve Şalom Sinagogu
Hidden gem Beyoğlu
European side
By appointment only 30–45 min – ♡ The most important synagogue in Istanbul, in Galata; registration with ID required.
227 Surp Krikor Lusavoriç Church
Surp Krikor Lusavoriç Kilisesi
Hidden gem Beyoğlu
European side
Free 15–25 min – ♡ Armenian Apostolic church in Karaköy.
228 Panagia Church Balat
Panagia Kilisesi
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ Greek Orthodox church in the Balat quarter.
229 Ayin Biri Church
Ayin Biri Kilisesi
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 15–20 min – ♡ Pilgrimage site in Vefa where Christians and Muslims pray together.
230 İstiklal Caddesi
İstiklal Caddesi
Hidden gem Beyoğlu
European side
Free 1–2 hrs Historic tram ♡ Busy pedestrian street from Tünel to Taksim with a historic tram.
231 Çukurcuma
Çukurcuma
Hidden gem Beyoğlu
European side
Free 1 hrs Antiques ♡ Antiques quarter with small shops and cafés.
232 Cihangir
Cihangir
Hidden gem Beyoğlu
European side
Free 1 hrs Cafés ♡ Quiet residential quarter with a view of the Bosphorus and café culture.
233 Nişantaşı
Nişantaşı
Hidden gem Şişli
European side
Free 1–2 hrs Shopping ♡ Upscale shopping district with boutiques and cafés.
234 Süleymaniye quarter
Süleymaniye Mahallesi
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 1 hrs – ♡ Historic residential quarter around the Süleymaniye Mosque with wooden houses.
235 Kadıköy centre
Kadıköy Çarşı
Hidden gem Kadıköy
Asian side
Free 1–2 hrs Market and cafés ♡ Lively market quarter on the Asian side.
236 Karaköy
Karaköy
Hidden gem Beyoğlu
European side
Free 1 hrs – ♡ Former port quarter with galleries, cafés and fish restaurants.
237 Bebek
Bebek
Hidden gem Beşiktaş
European side
Free 1 hrs Waterfront promenade ♡ Elegant Bosphorus quarter with a waterfront promenade and cafés.
238 Arnavutköy
Arnavutköy
Hidden gem Beşiktaş
European side
Free 45–60 min Wooden houses ♡ Historic wooden villas right on the Bosphorus.
239 Kanlıca
Kanlıca
Hidden gem Beykoz
Asian side
Free 30–45 min Try the yoghurt ♡ Bosphorus village famous for its yoghurt with powdered sugar.
240 Anadolu Kavağı
Anadolu Kavağı
Hidden gem Beykoz
Asian side
Free 1–2 hrs End of the ferry line ♡ Fishing village on the northern Bosphorus, last stop of the Bosphorus ferry.
241 Çengelköy
Çengelköy
Hidden gem Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 45–60 min Tea garden ♡ Quiet Bosphorus village on the Asian side.
242 Kadıköy fish market
Kadıköy Balık Pazarı
Hidden gem Kadıköy
Asian side
Free 30–60 min Tastings ♡ Fresh fish, cheese, olives and spices on the Asian side.
243 Feriköy Sunday market
Feriköy Organik Pazarı
Hidden gem Şişli
European side
Free 1 hrs Saturdays only ♡ Organic market with regional producers, open on Saturdays.
244 Ortaköy weekly market
Ortaköy Pazarı
Hidden gem Beşiktaş
European side
Free 30–60 min Kumpir ♡ Handicrafts and street food by the Ortaköy Mosque.
245 Arasta Bazaar
Arasta Çarşısı
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 20–40 min Calmer than the Grand Bazaar ♡ Small row of shops behind the Blue Mosque.
246 Sahaflar Çarşısı book market
Sahaflar Çarşısı
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ Historic book market next to the Grand Bazaar.
247 Çamlıca Hill
Çamlıca Tepesi
Park Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 45–60 min Best panorama ♡ The highest point of Istanbul with a view over both continents.
248 Nakkaştepe Millet Parkı
Nakkaştepe Millet Parkı
Park Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 45–60 min Family park ♡ New park with a panoramic view of the Bosphorus.
249 Maçka Park
Maçka Demokrasi Parkı
Park Şişli
European side
Free 45–60 min Cable car ♡ City park with a cable car down to Kabataş.
250 Fethi Paşa Korusu
Fethi Paşa Korusu
Park Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 45–60 min Tea garden ♡ Hillside park with a view of the Bosphorus and a tea garden.
251 Beykoz Korusu
Beykoz Korusu
Park Beykoz
Asian side
Free 1–2 hrs Picnic ♡ Extensive waterfront park on the Asian shore of the Bosphorus.
252 Küçüksu Çayırı
Küçüksu Çayırı
Park Beykoz
Asian side
Free 45–60 min Meadow by the water ♡ Waterside meadow next to the Küçüksu Pavilion.
253 Validebağ Korusu
Validebağ Korusu
Park Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 1 hrs Nature reserve ♡ Old trees and meadows in the middle of the city.
254 Hidiv Kasrı
Hıdiv Kasrı
Palace Beykoz
Asian side
varies 45–60 min Garden and café ♡ Art Nouveau villa of the Egyptian Khedive with a park and café.
255 Beykoz Kasrı
Beykoz Mecidiye Kasrı
Palace Beykoz
Asian side
varies 45–60 min – ♡ Restored Ottoman waterfront pavilion.
Museum Pass valid
256 Büyükada
Büyükada
Hidden gem Adalar
Islands
Free (plus ferry) 3–5 hrs Car-free ♡ The largest of the Princes' Islands, with wooden villas and car-free streets.
257 Heybeliada
Heybeliada
Hidden gem Adalar
Islands
Free (plus ferry) 3–4 hrs Pine forests ♡ The second-largest of the Princes' Islands, with a monastery and bays.
258 Burgazada
Burgazada
Hidden gem Adalar
Islands
Free (plus ferry) 2–3 hrs Quiet ♡ Small, quiet Princes' Island with the Sait Faik museum house.
259 Kınalıada
Kınalıada
Hidden gem Adalar
Islands
Free (plus ferry) 2–3 hrs Closest island ♡ The Princes' Island closest to the city.
260 Scheduled Bosphorus ferry
Boğaz Vapuru
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
cheap, ticket price 1,5–6 hrs Excellent value ♡ Public ferry from Eminönü to Anadolu Kavağı, much cheaper than excursion boats.
261 Tünel
Tünel
Hidden gem Beyoğlu
European side
Ticket price 5 min – ♡ The second-oldest underground railway in the world, from 1875, connecting Karaköy and Beyoğlu.
262 Nostalgic tram
Nostaljik Tramvay
Hidden gem Beyoğlu
European side
Ticket price 15 min Kids love it ♡ Historic tram on İstiklal Caddesi.
263 Eyüp cable car
Eyüp Teleferik
Hidden gem Eyüp
European side
Ticket price 5 min Great view ♡ Cable car from Eyüp up to Pierre Loti Hill.
264 Bosphorus sunset cruise
Boğaz Turu
Hidden gem Beşiktaş
European side
varies 1,5–2 hrs Lovely in the evening ♡ Boat trip past the palaces and waterfront houses, many operators.
265 Akasya
Akasya AVM
Mall Üsküdar
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Üsküdar, opened in 2014.
266 Airport Outlet Center
Airport Outlet Center
Mall Bakırköy
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bakırköy.
267 Akbatı
Akbatı AVM
Mall Esenyurt
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Esenyurt.
268 Akmerkez
Akmerkez
Mall Beşiktaş
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Beşiktaş, opened in 1993.
269 Akyaka Park
Akyaka Park AVM
Mall Ümraniye
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Ümraniye.
270 ArmoniPark Outlet Center
ArmoniPark
Mall Küçükçekmece
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Küçükçekmece.
271 Ataköy A Plus
Ataköy A Plus AVM
Mall Bakırköy
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bakırköy, opened in 2010.
272 Atirus
Atirus AVM
Mall Büyükçekmece
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Büyükçekmece, opened in 2005.
273 Atlas Park
Atlas Park AVM
Mall Sultanbeyli
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Sultanbeyli.
274 Beylikdüzü Migros
Beylikdüzü Migros AVM
Mall Beylikdüzü
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Beylikdüzü.
275 Brandium
Brandium AVM
Mall Ataşehir
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Ataşehir.
276 Canpark
Canpark AVM
Mall Ümraniye
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Ümraniye.
277 Capacity
Capacity AVM
Mall Bakırköy
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bakırköy.
278 Capitol
Capitol AVM
Mall Üsküdar
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Üsküdar, opened in 1993.
279 Carousel
Carousel AVM
Mall Bakırköy
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bakırköy, opened in 1995.
280 City's İstanbul
City's Nişantaşı
Mall Ataşehir
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Ataşehir.
281 Deposite
Deposite Outlet
Mall Başakşehir
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Başakşehir.
282 Galataport
Galataport
Mall Beyoğlu
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Beyoğlu, opened in 2021.
283 Galleria Ataköy
Galleria Ataköy
Mall Bakırköy
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bakırköy, opened in 1987.
284 Grand Pera
Grand Pera
Mall Beyoğlu
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Beyoğlu, opened in 2016.
285 Hilltown
Hilltown AVM
Mall Maltepe
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Maltepe.
286 Historia
Historia AVM
Mall Fatih
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Fatih.
287 İSTMarina
İSTMarina AVM
Mall Kartal
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Kartal.
288 Kanyon
Kanyon AVM
Mall Beşiktaş
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Beşiktaş, opened in 2006.
289 Maltepe Park
Maltepe Park
Mall Maltepe
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Maltepe, opened in 2005.
290 Maltepe Piazza
Piazza AVM
Mall Maltepe
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Maltepe.
291 Marmara Forum
Marmara Forum
Mall Bakırköy
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bakırköy.
292 Marmara Park
Marmara Park
Mall Esenyurt
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Esenyurt, opened in 2012.
293 MetroCity
MetroCity AVM
Mall Beşiktaş
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Beşiktaş, opened in 2003.
294 Metrogarden
Metrogarden AVM
Mall Ümraniye
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Ümraniye.
295 Meydan İstanbul
Meydan İstanbul
Mall Ümraniye
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Ümraniye.
296 Nevçarşı
Nevçarşı AVM
Mall Üsküdar
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Üsküdar.
297 Olivium Outlet Center
Olivium Outlet
Mall Zeytinburnu
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Zeytinburnu, opened in 2000.
298 Optimum
Optimum Outlet
Mall Ataşehir
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Ataşehir.
299 ÖzdilekPark
ÖzdilekPark İstanbul
Mall Şişli
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Şişli.
300 Palladium
Palladium AVM
Mall Ataşehir
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Ataşehir.
301 Pelican Mall
Pelican Mall
Mall Avcılar
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Avcılar.
302 Perlavista
Perlavista AVM
Mall Beylikdüzü
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Beylikdüzü.
303 Piyalepaşa Çarşı
Piyalepaşa Çarşı
Mall Beyoğlu
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Beyoğlu.
304 Profilo
Profilo AVM
Mall Şişli
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Şişli, opened in 1998.
305 Starcity Outlet
Starcity Outlet
Mall Bahçelievler
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bahçelievler.
306 Tepe Nautilus
Tepe Nautilus
Mall Kadıköy
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Kadıköy, opened in 2002.
307 Torium
Torium AVM
Mall Esenyurt
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Esenyurt.
308 Trump
Trump Towers AVM
Mall Şişli
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Şişli.
309 Vadistanbul
Vadistanbul
Mall Sarıyer
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Sarıyer.
310 Vega
Vega AVM
Mall Sultangazi
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Sultangazi.
311 Venezia Mega Outlet
Venezia Mega Outlet
Mall Gaziosmanpaşa
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Gaziosmanpaşa.
312 Vialand
İsfanbul (Vialand)
Mall Eyüp
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Eyüp.
313 Watergarden
Watergarden
Mall Ataşehir
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Ataşehir.
314 Viaport Asia Outlet
Viaport Asia Outlet
Mall Pendik
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Pendik.
316 Hamdi Restaurant
Hamdi Restaurant
Traditional Turkish Fatih
European side
from 40 € 1–1,5 hrs View of the Golden Horn ♡ Famous kebab restaurant near Eminönü with a roof terrace and a view over the Golden Horn, an institution for decades.
317 Hünkar
Hünkar
Traditional Turkish Şişli
European side
from 35 € 1 hrs Ottoman cuisine ♡ Classic Ottoman lokanta in Nişantaşı, known for lamb on aubergine purée (Hünkar Beğendi).
318 Develi 1912
Develi
Traditional Turkish Fatih
European side
from 45 € 1,5 hrs Sea-view terrace ♡ Kebab institution since 1912 in Samatya, southeastern Anatolian cuisine with a view of the Sea of Marmara.
319 Balıkçı Sabahattin
Balıkçı Sabahattin
Traditional Turkish Fatih
European side
from 60 € 1,5–2 hrs Historic house ♡ Long-established fish restaurant in Sultanahmet, fresh fish and meze in a historic wooden house.
320 Karaköy Güllüoğlu
Karaköy Güllüoğlu
Café Beyoğlu
European side
from 10 € 20–30 min Try baklava ♡ Istanbul's most famous baklava address for generations, at the Karaköy ferry pier.
321 Hafız Mustafa 1864
Hafız Mustafa
Café Fatih
European side
from 10 € 20–40 min Sweets & künefe ♡ Long-established confectioner from 1864, known for baklava, lokum and Turkish desserts, open around the clock.
322 Ali Muhiddin Hacı Bekir
Ali Muhiddin Hacı Bekir
Café Fatih
European side
from 8 € 15–25 min Original lokum ♡ Inventor of Turkish delight, shop since 1777 by the Spice Bazaar.
323 Mandabatmaz
Mandabatmaz
Café Beyoğlu
European side
from 5 € 20–30 min Best Turkish coffee ♡ Tiny coffee house in an alley off İstiklal, famous for particularly creamy Turkish coffee.
324 Kurukahveci Mehmet Efendi
Kurukahveci Mehmet Efendi
Café Fatih
European side
from 5 € 15–20 min Buy coffee ♡ Turkish coffee since 1871 right by the Spice Bazaar, small coffee bar and shop.
325 Balık Dürüm Mehmet Usta
Tarihi Balık Dürümcü
Street food Beyoğlu
European side
from 10 € 15–20 min Fish wrap ♡ Popular stand for fresh fish dürüm in Karaköy, prepared in front of the guests.
326 Dürümzade
Dürümzade
Street food Beyoğlu
European side
from 12 € 15–20 min Adana Dürüm ♡ Small dürüm shop near İstiklal, made famous by Anthony Bourdain.
327 Sultanahmet Köftecisi Selim Usta
Tarihi Sultanahmet Köftecisi
Street food Fatih
European side
from 12 € 30–45 min Köfte classic ♡ Historic köfte restaurant on Divanyolu, known since 1920 for grilled meatballs with bean salad.
328 Taksim Mosque
Taksim Camii
Modern Beyoğlu
European side
Free 15–25 min On Taksim Square ♡ Modern mosque on Taksim Square, opened in 2021, combining Ottoman forms with contemporary architecture.
329 Sancaklar Mosque
Sancaklar Camii
Modern Büyükçekmece
European side
Free 30–45 min Award-winning architecture ♡ Award-winning underground mosque by Emre Arolat, built minimalistically into the landscape, outside the city.
330 Yapı Kredi Kültür Sanat
Yapı Kredi Kültür
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
varies 45–60 min Temporary exhibitions ♡ Cultural centre on İstiklal with exhibitions, a historic coin collection and Karagöz shadow puppets.
331 Deraliye Terrace
Deraliye
Rooftop Fatih
European side
from 60 € 1,5 hrs View of the Blue Mosque ♡ Ottoman palace cuisine with a roof terrace and a view of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.
332 Sunset Grill & Bar
Sunset
Fine dining Beşiktaş
European side
from 120 € 2 hrs Bosphorus view ♡ Upscale restaurant in Ulus with a panoramic view over the Bosphorus, Mediterranean and sushi cuisine.
333 Ulus 29
Ulus 29
Fine dining Beşiktaş
European side
from 150 € 2 hrs Michelin-recommended ♡ Elegant restaurant on Ulus hill with a wide view of the Bosphorus, modern international cuisine.
334 Adile Sultan Kasrı
Adile Sultan Kasrı
Palace Üsküdar
Asian side
varies 30–45 min Park & café ♡ Ottoman palace in Altunizade with a large park, known from the classic film Hababam Sınıfı.
335 Alem Meyhane
Alem Meyhane
Traditional Turkish Beyoğlu
European side
from 40 € 2 hrs Meze & rakı ♡ Traditional meyhane in the lively Nevizade alley, meze and rakı with live music.
336 Ney'le Mey'le
Ney'le Mey'le
Traditional Turkish Beyoğlu
European side
from 40 € 2 hrs Meze classic ♡ Popular meyhane in Nevizade, recommended for years for meze and warm starters.
337 Şifa Hamamı
Şifa Hamamı
Hamam Fatih
European side
from 30 € 1 hrs Family business ♡ Authentic family hamam near Sultanahmet, run for generations, cheaper than the tourist baths.
338 Walters Coffee Roastery
Walters Coffee
Café Kadıköy
Asian side
from 6 € 30–45 min Specialty coffee ♡ Third-wave coffee roaster in Kadıköy, known for filter coffee and its own roasts.
339 Amata Kadıköy
Amata
Café Kadıköy
Asian side
from 12 € 1 hrs Breakfast & brunch ♡ Light-flooded café in the Kadıköy market with breakfast, brunch and coffee.
340 Flinta Rooftop Galata
Flinta
Rooftop Beyoğlu
European side
from 30 € 1,5 hrs View of the Galata Tower ♡ Rooftop cocktail bar with a view of the Galata Tower, especially at sunset.
341 Opaque Rooftop Karaköy
Opaque
Rooftop Beyoğlu
European side
from 35 € 1,5 hrs Bosphorus view ♡ Rooftop bar in Karaköy with a wide view over the Bosphorus, cocktails and a DJ in the evening.
342 Dirimart Dolapdere
Dirimart
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
Free 30–45 min Contemporary art ♡ Large gallery for contemporary art in Dolapdere with changing exhibitions.
343 Taksim Square
Taksim Meydanı
Hidden gem Beyoğlu
European side
Free 20–40 min Historic tram ♡ Istanbul's central square with the Republic Monument, starting point of İstiklal Caddesi and the historic tram.
344 Sultanahmet Square (Hippodrome)
Sultanahmet Meydanı
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 30–45 min Ancient Hippodrome ♡ The ancient Hippodrome square between Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque with the three historic monuments.
345 Obelisk of Theodosius
Dikilitaş
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 10–15 min Egyptian obelisk ♡ Egyptian obelisk from Karnak, more than 3,000 years old, erected in the ancient Hippodrome.
346 Serpent Column
Yılanlı Sütun
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 10 min Ancient bronze column ♡ Ancient Greek bronze column from 479 BC, originally from Delphi, in the Hippodrome.
347 Column of Constantine
Çemberlitaş Sütunu
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 10 min Roman monument ♡ Roman column of Constantine the Great from 330, a landmark at Çemberlitaş.
348 Galata Bridge
Galata Köprüsü
Hidden gem Beyoğlu
European side
Free 20–40 min Anglers & sunset ♡ Busy bridge over the Golden Horn, anglers by day, fish restaurants under the bridge in the evening.
349 Bosphorus Bridge
15 Temmuz Şehitler Köprüsü
Viewpoint Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 15 min Europe meets Asia ♡ The first suspension bridge over the Bosphorus, connecting Europe and Asia, illuminated at night.
350 Moda waterfront
Moda Sahili
Park Kadıköy
Asian side
Free 1–2 hrs Cats & sunset ♡ Popular waterfront promenade in Kadıköy with a view of the Sea of Marmara, cafés and lots of cats.
351 Moda Pier
Moda İskelesi
Viewpoint Kadıköy
Asian side
Free 30–45 min Café above the water ♡ Historic white pier building above the water with a café and a wide sea view.
352 Beykoz Kundura
Beykoz Kundura Fabrikası
Hidden gem Beykoz
Asian side
varies 1–2 hrs Film set ♡ Former shoe factory on the upper Bosphorus, today a film studio, event venue and café.
353 Fenerbahçe Park
Fenerbahçe Parkı
Park Kadıköy
Asian side
Free 1 hrs Lighthouse & cats ♡ Green waterfront park on the Fenerbahçe peninsula with a lighthouse, tea gardens and sea view.
354 Kuzguncuk waterfront
Kuzguncuk Sahili
Viewpoint Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 30–45 min Colourful houses ♡ Quiet waterfront promenade below the colourful Kuzguncuk quarter with cafés and a view of the Bosphorus.
355 Şile
Şile
Hidden gem Şile
Asian side
Free (day trip) Full day Beaches & lighthouse ♡ Small coastal town on the Black Sea with sandy beaches and a historic lighthouse, about 1.5 hrs from Istanbul.
356 Ağva
Ağva
Hidden gem Şile
Asian side
Free (day trip) Full day Rivers & nature ♡ Idyllic village between two rivers on the Black Sea, popular for quiet weekends.
357 Polonezköy
Polonezköy
Hidden gem Beykoz
Asian side
Free (day trip) Half day Green idyll ♡ Formerly Polish village in the countryside near Beykoz, known for nature hotels and breakfast.
358 Molla Çelebi Camii
Molla Çelebi Camii
Mosque Beyoğlu
European side
Free 15–20 min Sinan building on the water ♡ Sinan mosque from 1561 on the shore of the Bosphorus at Fındıklı, near Kabataş.
359 Gazi Ahmet Paşa Camii
Gazi Ahmet Paşa Camii
Mosque Fatih
European side
Free 15–25 min Sinan complex ♡ Sinan mosque from 1558 in Topkapı with a madrasa and tomb, rarely visited.
361 SALT Beyoğlu
SALT Beyoğlu
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
Free 45–60 min Contemporary culture ♡ Cultural institution on İstiklal with exhibitions, research and events.
362 İstanbul Sinema Müzesi
Sinema Müzesi
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
from 8 € 45–60 min Film history ♡ Museum of Turkish film history in the Atlas Passage building on İstiklal.
364 Anemas Zindanları
Anemas Zindanları
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
from 5 € 30–45 min Byzantine dungeons ♡ Byzantine dungeons and palace ruins on the Blachernae slope in Ayvansaray.
365 Panagia Blachernae
Meryem Ana Ayazması
Church Fatih
European side
Free 15–20 min Holy spring ♡ Greek Orthodox church with a holy spring (ayazma) in Ayvansaray, an important Marian site.
366 Balıklı Meryem Ana Kilisesi
Balıklı Ayazması
Church Zeytinburnu
European side
Free 20–30 min Sacred fish ♡ Greek Orthodox monastery with a holy spring and the legendary fish near Silivrikapı.
368 Surp Astvatsatsin Ermeni Kilisesi
Surp Astvatsatsin
Church Fatih
European side
Free 15–20 min Armenian church ♡ Armenian Apostolic patriarchal church in Kumkapı.
369 Zübeyir Ocakbaşı
Zübeyir Ocakbaşı
Traditional Turkish Beyoğlu
European side
from 45 € 1,5 hrs Grill at the table ♡ Famous ocakbaşı grill in Taksim, kebab and lamb skewers straight from the charcoal grill.
370 Kurufasülyeci Ali Baba
Ali Baba Kuru Fasulye
Traditional Turkish Fatih
European side
from 15 € 30–45 min Bean stew since 1924 ♡ Historic bean restaurant since 1924 in a madrasa by the Süleymaniye, famous for kuru fasulye.
371 Tarihi Çeşme Restaurant
Tarihi Çeşme
Traditional Turkish Fatih
European side
from 25 € 1 hrs Family business ♡ Family-run Turkish restaurant in Kadırga near Little Hagia Sophia, fair prices.
372 Van Kahvaltı Evi
Van Kahvaltı Evi
Café Beyoğlu
European side
from 15 € 1–1,5 hrs Eastern Anatolian breakfast ♡ Popular breakfast place in Cihangir with a rich Van breakfast from eastern Anatolia.
373 Namlı Gurme Karaköy
Namlı Gurme
Café Beyoğlu
European side
from 15 € 1 hrs Breakfast & delicatessen ♡ Well-known delicatessen and breakfast house in Karaköy with a large selection of cheese and cured meats.
375 Küçük Çamlıca Tepesi
Küçük Çamlıca
Viewpoint Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 1 hrs Quiet viewpoint hill ♡ Smaller Çamlıca hill with a tea garden and a view over the Asian side.
376 Ulus Parkı
Ulus Parkı
Viewpoint Beşiktaş
European side
Free 45–60 min Bosphorus view ♡ Hill park in Ulus with one of the most beautiful views of the Bosphorus and the bridge.
377 Mihrabat Korusu
Mihrabat Korusu
Park Beykoz
Asian side
from 3 € 1 hrs Bosphorus panorama ♡ Forest park above Kanlıca with a panoramic view of the upper Bosphorus.
378 Aşiyan Parkı
Aşiyan Parkı
Viewpoint Sarıyer
European side
Free 45 min View of Rumeli Hisarı ♡ Hillside park above Bebek with a view of the Rumeli Hisarı fortress and the Fatih Bridge.
380 Suma Beach
Suma Beach
Hidden gem Sarıyer
European side
from 20 € Half day Kilyos beach club ♡ Beach club on the Black Sea near Kilyos, popular in summer.
381 Solar Beach Kilyos
Solar Beach
Hidden gem Sarıyer
European side
from 20 € Half day Sandy beach & music ♡ Well-known sandy beach on the Black Sea near Kilyos with a beach club and concerts.
382 Florya Güneş Plajı
Florya Plajı
Hidden gem Bakırköy
European side
from 5 € Half day Beach close to the city ♡ Beach close to the city on the Sea of Marmara in Florya, easy to reach by train.
385 Rezan Has Müzesi
Rezan Has Müzesi
Museum Fatih
European side
from 5 € 45 min Archaeology on the Golden Horn ♡ University museum on the Golden Horn with archaeological and ethnographic collections.
391 Sütiş Emirgan
Sütiş
Café Sarıyer
European side
from 12 € 1 hrs Breakfast with a sea view ♡ Well-known milk-dessert and breakfast chain, its most beautiful branch in Emirgan on the Bosphorus.
392 Emirgan Sabahattin Restaurant
Emirgan Sahil
Café Sarıyer
European side
from 12 € 1 hrs Bosphorus breakfast ♡ Breakfast place right on the water in Emirgan, popular at weekends.
393 Beşiktaş Çarşı
Beşiktaş Çarşı
Market Beşiktaş
European side
Free 1 hrs Fish market & cafés ♡ Lively market quarter in Beşiktaş with a fish market, street food and cafés.
394 Fener
Fener
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 1 hrs Greek heritage ♡ Historic Greek quarter on the Golden Horn with the Patriarchate and colourful houses.
395 Süleymaniye Mahallesi
Süleymaniye
Hidden gem Fatih
European side
Free 1 hrs Wooden houses ♡ Historic residential quarter around the Süleymaniye Mosque with restored wooden houses.
407 Balıkçı Lokantası Kumkapı
Kumkapı Meyhane
Traditional Turkish Fatih
European side
from 40 € 2 hrs Fish & meze ♡ Fish and meze restaurants in the meyhane quarter of Kumkapı, with live music in the evening.
409 Süleymaniye Hamamı
Süleymaniye Hamamı
Hamam Fatih
European side
from 70 € 1 hrs Sinan bath ♡ Historic Sinan hamam by the Süleymaniye complex, for couples/families only.
410 Nostaljik Tramvay
Nostaljik Tramvay
Hidden gem Beyoğlu
European side
Ticket price 15 min Historic tram ♡ Red historic tram on İstiklal Caddesi, popular with children.
412 Maçka Teleferik
Maçka-Kabataş Teleferik
Hidden gem Şişli
European side
Ticket price 5 min Cable car over the park ♡ Cable car from Maçka Park down to Kabataş.
413 Splendid Palas Büyükada
Splendid Palas
Hidden gem Adalar
Islands
Café prices 30–45 min Historic hotel ♡ Historic Art Nouveau hotel from 1908 on Büyükada with striking domes.
414 Rumeli Kavağı
Rumeli Kavağı
Hidden gem Sarıyer
European side
Free Half day Fishing village ♡ Quiet fishing village on the European shore of the northern Bosphorus.
415 Tarabya
Tarabya
Hidden gem Sarıyer
European side
Free 1 hrs Bay & fish restaurants ♡ Elegant bay on the upper Bosphorus with fish restaurants and a marina.
416 Yeniköy
Yeniköy
Hidden gem Sarıyer
European side
Free 1 hrs Historic yalıs ♡ Bosphorus village with magnificent historic waterfront villas (yalıs) and cafés.
417 Feriye Lokantası
Feriye Lokantası
Fine dining Beşiktaş
European side
from 90 € 2 hrs On the Bosphorus shore ♡ Upscale restaurant in the historic Feriye palace complex right on the Bosphorus.
418 Cezayir
Cezayir
Fine dining Beyoğlu
European side
from 60 € 1,5 hrs Historic villa ♡ Restaurant in an Art Nouveau villa in the French street, with a garden.
437 Türk İslam Eserleri Müzesi
Türk İslam Eserleri
Museum Fatih
European side
from 15 € 1,5 hrs Carpets & calligraphy ♡ Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts in the Palace of İbrahim Pasha at the Hippodrome.
442 Pera Müzesi
Pera Museum
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
from 12 € 1 hrs The Tortoise Trainer ♡ Art museum with the famous painting The Tortoise Trainer by Osman Hamdi Bey.
445 Karaköy Balık Ekmek
Balık Ekmek Karaköy
Street food Beyoğlu
European side
from 8 € 15 min Fish sandwiches ♡ Fresh fish sandwiches by the water in Karaköy, an Istanbul classic.
446 Eminönü Balık Ekmek
Balık Ekmek Eminönü
Street food Fatih
European side
from 8 € 15 min Boats on the water ♡ Famous fish-sandwich boats at the Eminönü pier.
447 Kokoreç Beyoğlu
Kokoreç
Street food Beyoğlu
European side
from 12 € 15 min For the brave ♡ Kokoreç stands in Beyoğlu, grilled offal in bread, a street classic.
448 Midye Dolma
Midye Dolma
Street food Beyoğlu
European side
from 5 € 10 min Stuffed mussels ♡ Mussels stuffed with rice, a ubiquitous street snack on İstiklal.
449 Kumpir Ortaköy
Kumpir Ortaköy
Street food Beşiktaş
European side
from 10 € 20 min Stuffed baked potato ♡ Row of kumpir stands in Ortaköy, generously filled baked potatoes.
450 Çiğ Köfte Beyoğlu
Çiğ Köfte
Street food Beyoğlu
European side
from 5 € 10 min Vegetarian classic ♡ Spicy bulgur snack in a wrap, at many stands on İstiklal.
451 Dolmabahçe Saat Kulesi
Dolmabahçe Saat Kulesi
Hidden gem Beşiktaş
European side
Free 10 min Clock tower by the palace ♡ Historic clock tower in front of Dolmabahçe Palace on the shore of the Bosphorus.
453 Hagia Sophia History and Experience Museum
Ayasofya Tarih ve Deneyim Müzesi
Museum Fatih
European side
25 € 1–1,5 hrs Multimedia, 23 languages ♡ 13 halls on 3,200 m² tell 1,700 years of Hagia Sophia history using multimedia; Byzantine cistern visible.
454 Adam Mickiewicz Museum
Adam Mickiewicz Müzesi
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
Free 30–45 min – ♡ Reconstruction of the house where the Polish national poet died in 1855; manuscripts, documents and paintings.
Museum Pass valid
455 Istanbul Airport Museum
İstanbul Havalimanı Müzesi
Museum Arnavutköy
European side
13 € 45–60 min In the terminal, make use of waiting time ♡ Exhibition in the departure area with 316 loans from 29 museums in Turkey, including the Treaty of Kadesh.
456 Türbeler Museum (tombs of sultans and pashas)
Türbeler Müzesi
Museum Fatih
European side
Free 30–60 min – ♡ Manages around 120 tombs (including Süleyman, Hürrem, Fatih, Selim I); administrative seat in Gülhane Park. Closed on Mondays.
Museum Pass valid
457 Ahmet Hamdi Tanpınar Literature Museum and Library
Ahmet Hamdi Tanpınar Edebiyat Müze Kütüphanesi
Museum Fatih
European side
Free 30–45 min – ♡ Literature museum with a library in the Alay Pavilion at Gülhane Park, run by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. Closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
458 Palace Collections Museum
Saray Koleksiyonları Müzesi
Museum Beşiktaş
European side
280 TL 45–60 min – ♡ Objects from Dolmabahçe, Beylerbeyi, Topkapı, Yıldız and the pavilions, as well as Yıldız porcelain and Hereke carpets. Closed on Mondays.
459 National Palaces Painting Museum
Millî Saraylar Resim Müzesi
Museum Beşiktaş
European side
600 TL 1 hrs – ♡ Late Ottoman palace painting (553 works in 34 halls) in the Crown Prince's wing of Dolmabahçe Palace. Closed on Mondays.
460 Beykoz Glass and Crystal Museum
Beykoz Cam ve Billur Müzesi
Museum Beykoz
Asian side
500 TL 1–1,5 hrs Large park ♡ 1,480 glass artworks in 12 themed areas in the restored stable building of Abraham Pasha, in the middle of a park. Closed on Mondays.
461 Museum of Islamic Civilisations
İslam Medeniyetleri Müzesi
Museum Üsküdar
Asian side
400 TL 1–1,5 hrs Digital, interactive ♡ More than 600 exhibits (7th–19th century) on calligraphy, Qur'an manuscripts, ceramics and textiles in the Çamlıca Mosque complex. Closed on Mondays.
462 Dolmabahçe Clock Museum
Dolmabahçe Saat Müzesi
Museum Beşiktaş
European side
varies 30–45 min – ♡ Mostly French 19th-century standing clocks in Dolmabahçe Palace; currently closed for restoration. Closed on Mondays. Currently temporarily closed.
463 Yıldız Porcelain Factory (museum factory)
Yıldız Çini ve Porselen Fabrikası
Museum Beşiktaş
European side
300 TL 45–60 min Factory tour ♡ Porcelain factory founded by Abdülhamid II in Yıldız Park, today a workshop and museum with a factory shop.
464 Museum of Turkish Architectural and Art Works
Türk İnşaat ve Sanat Eserleri Müzesi
Museum Fatih
European side
varies 45–60 min – ♡ Vakıflar museum in the Amcazade Hüseyin Pasha Madrasa (Saraçhane): building elements, ceramics, inscriptions; status unclear. Closed on Sundays and Mondays. Currently temporarily closed.
465 Yenikapı Mevlevi Lodge (museum)
Yenikapı Mevlevihanesi Vakıf Eserleri Müzesi
Museum Zeytinburnu
European side
varies 45–60 min – ♡ Historic Mevlevi dervish lodge on the campus of Fatih Sultan Mehmet Vakıf University, accessible as a museum. Closed on Sundays.
466 Air Force Aviation Museum (Havacılık Müzesi)
İstanbul Hava Kuvvetleri Müzesi (Havacılık Müzesi)
Museum Bakırköy
European side
750 TL 1,5–2 hrs Aircraft in the open air ♡ Halls and open-air grounds in Yeşilköy with historic military aircraft (including F-104, F-4E, C-47) and helicopters. Closed on Mondays.
467 PTT Museum Istanbul (Postal Museum)
PTT İstanbul Müzesi
Museum Fatih
European side
Free 30–45 min – ♡ History of post, telegraph and telephone since 1840 in the historic main post office (Büyük Postane) of Sirkeci. Closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
468 Istanbul Railway Museum (Sirkeci)
TCDD İstanbul Demiryolu Müzesi
Museum Fatih
European side
Free 30–45 min Orient Express exhibits ♡ Small museum in Sirkeci station with Orient Express memorabilia, telegraphs, signal lamps and a driver's cab. Closed on Sundays and Mondays.
469 Coin Museum of the State Mint (Darphane)
Darphane Müzesi
Museum Beşiktaş
European side
By appointment only 45–60 min – ♡ Coin and medal museum (approx. 13,000 objects) of the State Mint in Balmumcu; visits by appointment only.
470 Museum of the Bakırköy Psychiatric Hospital (Mazhar Osman)
Bakırköy Ruh ve Sinir Hastalıkları Hastanesi Müzesi
Museum Bakırköy
European side
Free 45–60 min – ♡ Museum of the Bakırköy Psychiatric Hospital, open to the public since June 2008; Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m. (according to kultur.istanbul). Closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
471 Faruk Nafiz Çamlıbel Museum (Kabataş High School)
Şair Faruk Nafiz Çamlıbel Müzesi
Museum Beşiktaş
European side
By appointment only 20–30 min – ♡ School museum with belongings of the poet Faruk Nafiz Çamlıbel at Kabataş High School; visits on request only.
472 Stoudios Basilica (İmrahor İlyas Bey Camii)
İmrahor İlyas Bey Camii (Stoudios-Ruine)
Museum Fatih
European side
varies 15–30 min – ♡ Ruin of the Stoudios church (Yedikule), assigned to the Ministry of Culture; currently closed according to Yandex. Currently temporarily closed.
473 İBB Republic Museum Taksim
İBB Cumhuriyet Müzesi
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
570 TL 1 hrs – ♡ Museum of the history of the Republic in the Taksim Maksem, opened in 2024. Closed on Mondays.
474 İstanbul Art Museum (İBB)
İstanbul Sanat Müzesi
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
varies 1–1,5 hrs – ♡ New İBB art museum at Şişhane Cad. 57, opened in 2024. Closed on Mondays.
475 Museum Gazhane – Caricature and Humour Museum
Müze Gazhane Karikatür ve Mizah Müzesi
Museum Kadıköy
Asian side
varies 1 hrs For teenagers ♡ Caricature museum in the former Hasanpaşa gasworks. Closed on Mondays.
476 Museum Gazhane – Climate Museum
Müze Gazhane İklim Müzesi
Museum Kadıköy
Asian side
varies 1 hrs Educational ♡ Museum on climate and climate change on the grounds of Müze Gazhane. Closed on Mondays.
477 Museum Gazhane – Children's Science Centre
Müze Gazhane Çocuk Bilim Merkezi
Museum Kadıköy
Asian side
varies 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Hands-on experiment and science centre for children in Müze Gazhane. Closed on Mondays.
478 Kemal Sunal Museum
Kemal Sunal Müzesi
Museum Kadıköy
Asian side
570 TL 45 min For film fans ♡ Museum about the beloved Turkish comedian in 60. Yıl Park. Closed on Mondays.
479 Turhan Selçuk Museum
Turhan Selçuk Müzesi (Kültür Evi)
Museum Kadıköy
Asian side
varies 45 min – ♡ Cultural house in honour of the cartoonist Turhan Selçuk, opened in Jan. 2025.
480 İBB Fire Brigade Museum
İBB İtfaiye Müzesi
Museum Beşiktaş
European side
varies 45 min For children ♡ Historic fire engines and equipment; Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–5 p.m. only. Closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
481 Baruthane Museum Ataköy
Baruthane Müze (Ataköy Baruthanesi)
Museum Bakırköy
European side
Free 45 min – ♡ Former gunpowder factory, open as a museum and cultural venue since 2024. Closed on Mondays.
482 Cendere Art Museum
Cendere Sanat Müzesi
Museum Sarıyer
European side
Free 45 min – ♡ Former water pumping station, today an İBB art museum. Closed on Mondays.
483 Museum of Digital Art (Çubuklu Silolar)
Dijital Sanatlar Müzesi (Çubuklu Silolar)
Museum Beykoz
Asian side
varies 1–1,5 hrs Interactive ♡ Digital art in converted grain silos on the Bosphorus, opened in 2024. Closed on Mondays.
484 Nature and Science Museum (Çubuklu Silolar)
Doğa ve Bilim Müzesi (Çubuklu Silolar)
Museum Beykoz
Asian side
varies 1–1,5 hrs Good for children ♡ Nature and science museum in the Çubuklu silos, opened in 2024. Closed on Mondays.
485 İstanbul Design Museum
İstanbul Tasarım Müzesi
Museum Fatih
European side
varies 1 hrs – ♡ Design museum by the Süleymaniye, opened in January 2024. Closed on Mondays.
486 İstanbul Bosphorus Museum
İstanbul Boğaz Müzesi
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
Free 1 hrs – ♡ Museum about the Bosphorus at the Kabataş transport hub. Closed on Mondays.
487 Aşiyan Museum (Tevfik Fikret)
Aşiyan Müzesi
Museum Beşiktaş
European side
varies 30 min – ♡ Former home of the poet Tevfik Fikret; closed for restoration according to İBB. Currently temporarily closed.
488 Atatürk Museum Şişli
Atatürk Müzesi (Şişli)
Museum Şişli
European side
Free 30–45 min – ♡ Former villa with memorabilia of Atatürk; Tue–Sun 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Closed on Mondays.
489 Digital Experience Centre (Sütlüce)
Dijital Deneyim Merkezi
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
990 TL 1–1,5 hrs Interactive ♡ Immersive digital exhibition next to Miniatürk. Closed on Mondays.
490 Turkic World Cultural Quarter
Türk Dünyası Kültür Mahallesi
Museum Zeytinburnu
European side
Free 1 hrs Park and houses ♡ Open-air site with houses of the Turkic peoples in the Topkapı Kültür Parkı. Closed on Mondays.
491 İstanbul City Museum Zeytinburnu
İstanbul Kent Müzesi (Zeytinburnu)
Museum Zeytinburnu
European side
varies 1 hrs – ♡ City museum on Merkezefendi Cad.; marked as temporarily closed on Yandex. Currently temporarily closed.
492 İSKİ Terkos Water Civilisations Museum
İSKİ Terkos Su Medeniyetleri Müzesi
Museum Arnavutköy
European side
Free 1 hrs – ♡ Waterworks from 1883 with a museum; guided tours every hour.
493 Yahya Kemal Museum
Yahya Kemal Müzesi
Museum Fatih
European side
By appointment only 30 min – ♡ Museum about the poet Yahya Kemal Beyatlı on Yeniçeriler Cad.; operator and status unclear.
494 Museum of the 10th Year of the Republic Bakırköy
Bakırköy 10. Yıl Cumhuriyet Müzesi
Museum Bakırköy
European side
Free 30–45 min – ♡ Municipal museum of the history of the Republic, Tue–Sun 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Closed on Mondays.
495 Atatürk Museum Bakırköy
Bakırköy Atatürk Müzesi
Museum Bakırköy
European side
Free 30–45 min – ♡ A. İlhan Gülek collection on Atatürk, opened in 2015; address not clear. Closed on Mondays.
496 Yeşilköy Art House and City Museum
Yeşilköy Sanat Evi ve Kent Müzesi
Museum Bakırköy
European side
varies 45 min – ♡ City museum in Yeşilköy; Yandex reports it as inactive, the municipality says it is open 7 days a week. Currently temporarily closed.
497 Mosaic Museum Zeytinburnu
Zeytinburnu Mozaik Müzesi
Museum Zeytinburnu
European side
Free 30–45 min – ♡ Municipal mosaic museum in Kazlıçeşme, opened in October 2023. Closed on Mondays.
498 History Museum Küçükçekmece
Küçükçekmece Tarih Müzesi
Museum Küçükçekmece
European side
varies 45 min – ♡ Local history on Turgut Özal Blv. in Halkalı; approx. 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
499 Museum of First Editions and Signed Books
İlk Baskı ve İmzalı Kitaplar Müzesi
Museum Küçükçekmece
European side
varies 30–45 min – ♡ Museum of first editions and signed books in the Cennet cultural centre. Closed on Mondays.
500 Museum of National Independence and Foundation
Ulusal Bağımsızlık ve Kuruluş Müzesi
Museum Büyükçekmece
European side
varies 45 min – ♡ Municipal museum in Büyükçekmece on the War of Independence.
501 World Costume Museum
Dünya Kostümleri Müzesi
Museum Büyükçekmece
European side
varies 45 min – ♡ Costumes from all over the world; closed since 17.02.2026 according to Yandex (unclear whether permanently). Currently temporarily closed.
502 Yörük Ali Efe Memorial House
Yörük Ali Efe Anı Evi
Museum Büyükçekmece
European side
varies 30 min – ♡ Memorial house for the freedom fighter Yörük Ali Efe.
503 Atatürk House Museum Avcılar
Avcılar Atatürk Evi Müzesi
Museum Avcılar
European side
varies 30 min – ♡ Memorial house to Atatürk on the Sea of Marmara in Ambarlı.
504 Dardanelles Victory Museum
Çanakkale Zafer Müzesi
Museum Bağcılar
European side
varies 45 min – ♡ Municipal museum on the Battle of Gallipoli (Çanakkale).
505 Mehmed Akif Ersoy Cultural Centre and Museum
Mehmed Akif Ersoy Kültür Sanat Merkezi ve Müzesi
Museum Bağcılar
European side
varies 30–45 min – ♡ Cultural centre with a museum about the poet of the national anthem; weekdays 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
506 Mehmet Akif Ersoy Poetry Museum
Mehmet Akif Ersoy Şiir Müzesi
Museum Beykoz
Asian side
varies 30–45 min – ♡ Poetry museum in Beykoz.
507 Rıfat Ilgaz Museum of Education History
Rıfat Ilgaz Eğitim Tarihi Müzesi
Museum Beylikdüzü
European side
varies 30–45 min Old classrooms ♡ Museum of the history of schooling on Cumhuriyet Cad.
508 Fairy Tale Museum Kartal
Masal Müzesi
Museum Kartal
Asian side
Free 1 hrs Great for kids ♡ Fairy tale museum in Yakacık, Tue–Fri 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m., Sat–Sun 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Closed on Mondays.
509 Dinosaur Museum Maltepe
Dinozor Müzesi (Maltepe)
Museum Maltepe
Asian side
Free 45 min Great for kids ♡ Dinosaur exhibition in the Prof. Dr. Türkan Saylan cultural centre, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
510 Toy Museum Maltepe
Oyuncak Müzesi (Maltepe)
Museum Maltepe
Asian side
Free 30–45 min Great for kids ♡ Toy collection in the Prof. Dr. Türkan Saylan cultural centre.
511 Population Exchange House Museum Silivri
Silivri Mübadele Müze Evi
Museum Silivri
European side
Free 30 min – ♡ Museum house on the Greek-Turkish population exchange; Tue–Sun 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Closed on Mondays.
512 Local History Museum Arnavutköy
Arnavutköy Yerel Tarih Müzesi
Museum Arnavutköy
European side
varies 45 min – ♡ Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–5 p.m., groups by prior registration. Closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
513 100th Year Atatürk Museum and Library
Yüzüncü Yıl Atatürk Müzesi ve Kütüphanesi
Museum Ataşehir
Asian side
varies 30–45 min – ♡ Atatürk museum with a library in Ataşehir.
514 City and Population Exchange Museum Tuzla
Tuzla Kent ve Mübadele Müzesi
Museum Tuzla
Asian side
varies 45 min – ♡ Museum in the "Perili Köşk" building, opened in October 2023; daily 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
515 Museum of the Sultanas
Hanım Sultanlar Müzesi
Museum Üsküdar
Asian side
varies 45 min – ♡ Municipal museum on Ottoman women in Üsküdar.
516 Kite Museum Mehmet Naci Aköz
Mehmet Naci Aköz Uçurtma Müzesi
Museum Üsküdar
Asian side
varies 30 min For children ♡ Small museum about kites in Üsküdar.
517 Open-Air Museum Kağıthane
Kağıthane Açıkhava Müzesi
Museum Kağıthane
European side
Free 30–45 min Outdoors ♡ Open-air exhibition with around 141 sculptures; accessible around the clock.
518 Türbe Hamam Museum Eyüp
Eyüpsultan Türbe Hamamı Müzesi
Museum Eyüp
European side
varies 30 min – ♡ Historic hamam in Eyüp as a museum.
519 Energy Museum santralistanbul
Santralİstanbul Enerji Müzesi
Museum Eyüp
European side
Free 1–1,5 hrs Interactive ♡ Industrial archaeology in the power station from 1910 on the Bilgi campus.
520 Barış Manço House
Barış Manço Evi (Müzesi)
Museum Kadıköy
Asian side
varies 30–45 min – ♡ Home of the singer Barış Manço in Moda; operator not verified.
521 Adalar Museum
Adalar Müzesi
Museum Adalar
Islands
300 TL 45 min – ♡ Museum of the history of the Princes' Islands on Büyükada; summer 10:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Closed on Mondays (Aya Nikola Hangar).
522 Sait Faik Museum
Sait Faik Abasıyanık Müzesi
Museum Adalar
Islands
varies 30 min – ♡ Home of the writer Sait Faik on Burgazada, looked after by Darüşşafaka.
523 Observatory Museum Kandilli
Kandilli Rasathanesi Müzesi
Museum Üsküdar
Asian side
By appointment only 1 hrs – ♡ Historic observatory with instruments; visits by arrangement only.
524 Zoology Museum of İstanbul University
İstanbul Üniversitesi Zooloji Müzesi
Museum Fatih
European side
By appointment only 30–45 min See animals ♡ Since 1933, around 2,000 specimens; opening hours not stated.
525 Archaeology Museum of İstanbul University (Rıdvan Çelikel)
İstanbul Üniversitesi Rıdvan Çelikel Arkeoloji Müzesi
Museum Fatih
European side
By appointment only 45 min – ♡ University museum on the Beyazıt campus; Yandex gives opening from 9 a.m.
526 Geology Museum İÜ-Cerrahpaşa
İÜ-Cerrahpaşa Jeoloji Müzesi
Museum Avcılar
European side
By appointment only 45 min Fossils ♡ Geological collection; location possibly moved (comments mention another campus).
527 İstanbul Museum of Painting and Sculpture
İstanbul Resim ve Heykel Müzesi
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
varies 1 hrs – ♡ Turkish painting and sculpture on Meclis-i Mebusan Cad., MSGSÜ university.
528 Republic Museum of Marmara University
Marmara Üniversitesi Cumhuriyet Müzesi ve Sanat Galerisi
Museum Fatih
European side
varies 45 min – ♡ Museum and gallery of Marmara University near Küçük Ayasofya.
529 İÜ Faculty of Fisheries Museum
İÜ Su Ürünleri Fakültesi Müzesi
Museum Avcılar
European side
By appointment only 30–45 min Marine animals ♡ Collection of the Faculty of Fisheries; Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m.–4:45 p.m. Closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
530 Bilim Üsküdar Science Centre
Bilim Üsküdar
Museum Üsküdar
Asian side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Municipal science centre; visits mostly by registration (tel. 444 08 75).
531 Science Centre Bayrampaşa
Bayrampaşa Belediyesi Bilim Merkezi
Museum Bayrampaşa
European side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Municipal science centre since 2008.
532 İTÜ Science Centre
İTÜ Bilim Merkezi
Museum Şişli
European side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Around 70 exhibits in the Taşkışla building of İTÜ.
533 Planetarium and Observatory Tuzla
Tuzla Planetaryum ve Gözlemevi
Museum Tuzla
Asian side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Municipal planetarium with a 10 m dome (40 seats).
534 Planetarium Esenyurt
Esenyurt RTE Eğitim Külliyesi Planetaryumu
Museum Esenyurt
European side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Starry sky ♡ Planetarium in the education complex; Yandex entry possibly a different operator.
535 Bilim Beyoğlu
Bilim Beyoğlu
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Municipal science centre, Meşrutiyet Cd. 127.
536 Bilim Fatih
Bilim Fatih
Museum Fatih
European side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Municipal science centre, Silivrikapı.
537 Bilim Zeytinburnu
Bilim Zeytinburnu
Museum Zeytinburnu
European side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Municipal science centre, Veliefendi.
538 Bilim Gaziosmanpaşa
Bilim Gaziosmanpaşa
Museum Gaziosmanpaşa
European side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Municipal science centre on Cumhuriyet Meydanı.
539 Bilim Güngören
Bilim Güngören
Museum Güngören
European side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Municipal science centre.
540 Science Centre SUBİTEM Sultanbeyli
Sultanbeyli Bilim Merkezi (SUBİTEM / Deneyap)
Museum Sultanbeyli
Asian side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Science and technology centre, Battalgazi Mah.
541 Fuat Sezgin Science Centre
Fuat Sezgin Bilim Merkezi
Museum Bağcılar
European side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Science centre in Bağcılar.
542 Özdemir Bayraktar Science Centre
Özdemir Bayraktar Bilim Merkezi
Museum Başakşehir
European side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Science centre in Başakşehir.
543 Neşet Ertaş Science Centre
Neşet Ertaş Bilim Merkezi
Museum Pendik
Asian side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Science centre in Pendik.
544 Science Centre Sancaktepe
Sancaktepe Bilim Merkezi
Museum Sancaktepe
Asian side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Science and experiment centre, Ulubatlı Hasan Cd. 1.
545 Erbakan Science and Innovation Centre
Prof. Dr. Necmettin Erbakan Bilim ve İnovasyon Merkezi
Museum Sultangazi
European side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Science and innovation centre in Sultangazi.
546 Planetarium Sultangazi
Sultangazi Planetaryum
Museum Sultangazi
European side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Starry sky ♡ Municipal planetarium, 50. Yıl Mah.
547 Space and Technology Centre Çekmeköy
Çekmeköy Uzay ve Teknoloji Merkezi
Museum Çekmeköy
Asian side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Space and technology centre.
548 El-Battani Space House
El Battani Uzay Evi
Museum Kağıthane
European side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Municipal space house in Çağlayan.
549 Ali Kuşçu Space House
Ali Kuşçu Uzay Evi
Museum Eyüp
European side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Space house in Osmanlı Park, Alibeyköy.
550 Mathematics House Eyüpsultan
Eyüpsultan Matematik Evi
Museum Eyüp
European side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Learning through play ♡ Interactive mathematics house in Mithatpaşa.
551 8D Cinema & Planetarium Science Centre
8D Cinema & Planetarium Science Center
Museum Bağcılar
European side
By appointment only 1–2 hrs Interactive ♡ Science centre with a planetarium and cinema.
552 Elgiz Museum of Contemporary Art (Proje4L)
Proje4L / Elgiz Çağdaş Sanat Müzesi
Museum Sarıyer
European side
Free 1 hrs – ♡ Turkey's first private museum of contemporary art, with changing exhibitions from the Elgiz collection. Closed on Sundays and Mondays.
553 İş Bank Museum (Türkiye İş Bankası Müzesi)
Türkiye İş Bankası Müzesi
Museum Fatih
European side
Free 45–60 min Interactive ♡ Banking history in the historic post office building from 1892 with interactive stations and the original vaults. Closed on Mondays.
554 Doğançay Museum
Doğançay Müzesi
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
Free 45–90 min – ♡ Small private art museum in a 150-year-old house near İstiklal with works by Burhan and Adil Doğançay. Closed on Mondays.
555 Museum of Turkish Jews (500. Yıl Vakfı)
500. Yıl Vakfı Türk Musevileri Müzesi
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
250 TL 1 hrs – ♡ Museum of 700 years of Turkish-Jewish history next to the Neve Şalom Synagogue; security check, passport required. Closed on Saturdays.
556 Galatasaray Museum (Rams Park)
Galatasaray Müzesi
Museum Sarıyer
European side
1.000 TL 1 hrs Cinema and stadium tour ♡ Club museum in Rams Park with trophies, jerseys, a film on the club's history and a stadium tour. Closed on Mondays (and match days).
557 Beşiktaş JK Museum (Vodafone Park)
Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü Müzesi
Museum Beşiktaş
European side
1.450 TL 1–2 hrs Interactive, children's area ♡ Club museum of around 1,650 m² in the stadium with trophies, jerseys and digital stations; stadium tour optional. Closed on Mondays (and match days).
558 Camera Museum (Hilmi Nakipoğlu)
Hilmi Nakipoğlu Fotoğraf Makineleri Müzesi (Kamera Müzesi)
Museum Bakırköy
European side
40 TL 45 min Workshops ♡ Around 900 historic cameras and accessories from 1896 to the present in a villa on the Bakırköy promenade (at the new location since 2022). Closed on Mondays.
559 Hisart – Living History and Diorama Museum
Hisart Canlı Tarih ve Diorama Müzesi
Museum Kağıthane
European side
300 TL 1–1,5 hrs Vivid dioramas ♡ Dioramas, uniforms and weapons on the Romans, Seljuks, Ottomans and the War of Independence on several floors. Closed on Mondays.
560 Ural Ataman Classic Car Museum
Ural Ataman Klasik Otomobil Müzesi
Museum Sarıyer
European side
20 TL 1 hrs For car fans ♡ Around 60 classic cars from 1920–1970 in Tarabya; currently temporarily closed according to Yandex Maps. Closed Mon–Thu (2024: only Fri–Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m.). Currently temporarily closed.
561 Halûk Perk Museum
Halûk Perk Müzesi
Museum Avcılar
European side
Free 1 hrs – ♡ Private research museum on Anatolian medical history, seals, weights and scales; visits by registration only.
562 Dialogue Museum Istanbul (Dialogue in the Dark)
İstanbul Diyalog Müzesi (Karanlıkta Diyalog)
Museum Şişli
European side
995 TL 1 hrs From age 7 ♡ Guided tour in complete darkness with blind guides in Gayrettepe metro station; also "Dialogue in Silence".
563 Press Museum (Turkish Journalists' Association)
Türkiye Gazeteciler Cemiyeti Basın Müzesi
Museum Fatih
European side
Free 30–45 min – ♡ Turkey's first press museum in the neoclassical house from 1865 with lithography samples, old typewriters and telex machines.
564 Kâzım Karabekir Pasha Museum
Kâzım Karabekir Paşa Müzesi
Museum Kadıköy
Asian side
Free 45 min – ♡ Foundation museum with uniforms, medals and personal belongings of the general of the War of Independence; guided tour recommended. Closed Mon, Wed, Fri–Sun (open only Tue and Thu 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.).
565 Istanbul Museum of Graphic Arts (İMOGA)
İstanbul Grafik Sanatlar Müzesi
Museum Üsküdar
Asian side
Free 45–60 min – ♡ Turkey's first museum of contemporary printmaking, on three floors, with original print-workshop machines.
566 Orhan Kemal Museum
Orhan Kemal Müzesi
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
varies 30–45 min – ♡ Literature museum in Cihangir with photos, first editions, letters and the author's typewriter, plus a library and café.
567 Fenerbahçe Club Museum
Fenerbahçe Spor Kulübü Müzesi
Museum Kadıköy
Asian side
varies 1–2 hrs For football fans ♡ Club museum in the Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium with trophies, jerseys and documents; guided stadium and museum tour.
568 Pelit Chocolate Museum
Pelit Çikolata Müzesi
Museum Esenyurt
European side
varies 1 hrs – ♡ Company museum of the chocolate maker Pelit (since 2013) in Esenyurt on the history and production of chocolate.
569 Beekeeping Museum Polonezköy
Arıcılık Müzesi
Museum Beykoz
Asian side
varies 45 min – ♡ Private museum of beekeeping in the forest village of Polonezköy; a visit combines well with an excursion to the village.
570 Balat Toy Museum
Balat Oyuncak Müzesi
Museum Fatih
European side
varies 1–1,5 hrs Great for kids ♡ 1,000 m² toy museum in Balat on three floors with rare toys, dolls' houses and the largest tin-soldier collection in Turkey.
571 Robot Museum Istanbul
İstanbul Robot Müzesi
Museum Avcılar
European side
varies 1 hrs Interactive ♡ Humanoid robots from the manufacturer AKINROBOTICS, including the social robot Mini ADA, with interactive stations.
572 Müzeverse (Virtual Reality Museum)
Müzeverse
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
varies 45 min VR experience ♡ Turkey's first virtual reality museum with VR journeys through historical eras, for example to ancient Egypt.
573 Wax Museum Beylikdüzü
Balmumu Heykeller Müzesi
Museum Beylikdüzü
European side
varies 1 hrs – ♡ Private wax museum with around 200 figures and some animated scenes; probably identical to the "Jale Kuşhan Wax Museum".
574 Jurassic Land (dinosaur adventure park with museum)
Jurassic Land
Museum Bayrampaşa
European side
varies 2–3 hrs Great for kids ♡ Dinosaur adventure park in Forum Istanbul with more than 70 animated dinosaurs, a dinosaur museum, 4D cinema and science centre.
575 Tulip Museum Istanbul (Emirgan Park)
Lale Müzesi
Museum Sarıyer
European side
varies 45 min – ♡ Museum of tulip culture in Emirgan Park with planting tools, manuscripts and sultans' kaftans with tulip motifs.
576 Ercüment Kalmık Museum
Ayşe ve Ercüment Kalmık Müzesi
Museum Beyoğlu
European side
varies 30–45 min – ♡ Restored 19th-century house with works by the painter Ercüment Kalmık, a studio and an exhibition space in the garden.
577 Haldun Taner Museum House
Haldun Taner Müze Evi
Museum Kadıköy
Asian side
Free 30–45 min – ♡ House from 1901 with personal belongings, works and documents of the playwright Haldun Taner.
578 Sepetçiler Pavilion (Sarayburnu)
Sepetçiler Kasrı
Palace Fatih
European side
Exterior only 10–15 min – ♡ Coastal pavilion from 1643 on Byzantine walls at Sarayburnu, today the seat of Yeşilay; worth seeing from the outside only.
579 Esma Sultan Yalı (Ortaköy)
Esma Sultan Yalısı
Palace Beşiktaş
European side
Exterior only 10–15 min – ♡ Historic waterfront palace of a sultan's daughter on the Ortaköy shore, today a hotel and event venue.
580 Amcazade Hüseyin Paşa Yalı
Amcazade Hüseyin Paşa Yalısı
Palace Beykoz
Asian side
Exterior only 10–15 min – ♡ One of the oldest surviving waterfront houses on the Bosphorus (1699, Köprülü family) in Anadoluhisarı.
581 Hekimbaşı Salih Efendi Yalı
Hekimbaşı Salih Efendi Yalısı
Palace Beykoz
Asian side
Exterior only 10–15 min – ♡ Yalı named after the court physician (Hekimbaşı) Salih Efendi, originally 1697, extended in the 19th century; next to the Amcazade Yalı.
582 Sadullah Paşa Yalı (Çengelköy)
Sadullah Paşa Yalısı
Palace Üsküdar
Asian side
Exterior only 10–15 min – ♡ Wooden yalı from the late 18th century with Baroque ceilings, one of the oldest and best preserved on the Bosphorus.
583 Kıbrıslı Yalı (Kandilli)
Kıbrıslı Yalısı
Palace Üsküdar
Asian side
Exterior only 10–15 min – ♡ Classical Ottoman wooden yalı around 64 m long (late 18th century) on the Bosphorus shore of Kandilli.
584 Count Ostrorog Yalı (Kandilli)
Kont Ostrorog Yalısı
Palace Üsküdar
Asian side
Exterior only 10–15 min – ♡ Waterfront house from 1850, acquired in 1904 by the Polish Count Leon Ostrorog; on the Kandilli shore.
585 Vahdettin Pavilion (Çengelköy)
Vahdettin Köşkü
Palace Üsküdar
Asian side
Exterior only 10 min – ♡ Baroque pavilion by Alexandre Vallaury in Çengelköy, today used by the Presidency; exterior only.
586 Huber Pavilion (Tarabya)
Huber Köşkü
Palace Sarıyer
European side
Exterior only 10 min – ♡ Residence in the Tarabya presidential complex (Cumhurbaşkanlığı Tarabya Yerleşkesi); visits hardly possible.
587 Sait Halim Paşa Yalı (Yeniköy)
Sait Halim Paşa Yalısı
Palace Sarıyer
European side
Exterior only 10–15 min – ♡ Magnificent yalı of Grand Vizier Sait Halim Paşa in Yeniköy, today a banquet and event location.
588 Ahmet Afif Paşa Yalı (Yeniköy)
Ahmet Afif Paşa Yalısı
Palace Sarıyer
European side
Exterior only 10 min – ♡ Yalı designed by Alexandre Vallaury between 1900 and 1910, between İstinye and Yeniköy.
589 Şerifler Yalı (Emirgan)
Şerifler Yalısı
Palace Sarıyer
European side
Exterior only 10 min – ♡ 18th-century civil building in Emirgan with Baroque decoration, one of the oldest yalıs on the Bosphorus.
590 Zeki Paşa Yalı (Baltalimanı)
Zeki Paşa Yalısı
Palace Sarıyer
European side
Exterior only 10 min – ♡ Five-storey yalı by Alexandre Vallaury (2nd half of the 19th century) between Rumeli Hisarı and Baltalimanı.
591 Hıdiv Valide Paşa Yalı (Egyptian Consulate General Bebek)
Valide Paşa Yalısı (Mısır Başkonsolosluğu)
Palace Beşiktaş
European side
Exterior only 10 min – ♡ Former palace of the Khedive's mother on the Bosphorus in Bebek, today the Egyptian Consulate General.
592 Siyavuşpaşa Pavilion (Havuzlu Köşk)
Siyavuşpaşa Kasrı (Havuzlu Köşk)
Palace Bahçelievler
European side
varies 20–30 min – ♡ 16th-century civil building standing in the middle of a water basin (around 1572, possibly Sinan), today a gallery/exhibition space.
593 French Palace (Palais de France)
Fransa Sarayı (Palais de France)
Palace Beyoğlu
European side
Exterior only 10 min – ♡ Historic legation palace on İstiklal Caddesi, today the seat of the French Consulate General.
594 Alay Pavilion (Alay Köşkü)
Alay Köşkü (Ahmet Hamdi Tanpınar Edebiyat Müze Kütüphanesi)
Palace Fatih
European side
Free 20–30 min – ♡ Parade pavilion in the outer wall of Topkapı (17th century) from which sultans watched processions; today a literature library. Closed on Sundays.
595 Abdülmecid Efendi Pavilion (Altunizade)
Abdülmecid Efendi Köşkü
Palace Üsküdar
Asian side
Exterior only 10–15 min – ♡ Pavilion built in 1901 by Vallaury for the later Caliph Abdülmecid; only the selamlık has survived (Yapı Kredi).
596 Mahmud Nedim Paşa Yalı (Kandilli)
Mahmud Nedim Paşa Yalısı
Palace Üsküdar
Asian side
Exterior only 10–15 min – ♡ Yalı of the ambassador to Vienna Mahmud Nedim Paşa (19th century) with a striking pyramid tower above the harem wing.
597 Zarif Mustafa Paşa Yalı (Anadoluhisarı)
Zarif Mustafa Paşa Yalısı
Palace Beykoz
Asian side
Exterior only 10–15 min – ♡ Listed yalı (late 17th/early 18th century) with a hamam and moonlight pavilion in Anadoluhisarı.
598 Venetian Palace (Palazzo Venezia)
Venedik Sarayı (İtalya Başkonsolosluğu)
Palace Beyoğlu
European side
Exterior only 10 min – ♡ Old residence of the Venetian envoy (Bailo) in Pera, today the Italian Consulate General.
599 Dutch Palace (Palais de Hollande)
Hollanda Sarayı (Hollanda Başkonsolosluğu)
Palace Beyoğlu
European side
Exterior only 10 min – ♡ Historic legation palace on İstiklal Caddesi, today the Dutch Consulate General.
600 Swedish Palace (Palazzo Corpi)
İsveç Sarayı (İsveç Başkonsolosluğu)
Palace Beyoğlu
European side
Exterior only 10 min – ♡ Former Swedish legation palace near Tünel on İstiklal Caddesi, today the Consulate General.
601 Russian Palace (Rus Sarayı)
Rus Sarayı (Rusya Başkonsolosluğu)
Palace Beyoğlu
European side
Exterior only 10 min – ♡ Former Russian legation palace on İstiklal Caddesi, today the Consulate General.
602 British Palace (Pera House)
İngiliz Sarayı (İngiltere Başkonsolosluğu)
Palace Beyoğlu
European side
Exterior only 10 min – ♡ Former British embassy palace on Meşrutiyet Caddesi, today the Consulate General.
603 Avlu34
Avlu34 AVM
Mall Arnavutköy
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Cinema & cultural centre ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Arnavutköy, opened in 2018. With a 5-screen cinema and cultural centre.
604 Eskidji Bazaar Avcılar
Eskidji Bazaar Avcılar
Mall Avcılar
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Avcılar. Furniture shopping centre on the E-5.
605 212 Outlet
212 Outlet AVM
Mall Bağcılar
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Cinema and shows ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bağcılar. Outlet centre with cinema and children's play areas.
606 Güneşli Park
Güneşli Park AVM
Mall Bağcılar
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bağcılar. Open street concept with a hypermarket and indoor sports facility.
607 Oasis AVM
Oasis Alışveriş Merkezi
Mall Bağcılar
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bağcılar.
608 Meydanpark
Meydanpark AVM
Mall Bağcılar
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bağcılar.
609 Kadir Has AVM
Kadir Has AVM
Mall Bahçelievler
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Children's world area ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bahçelievler. With a children's world area and cinema.
610 Ömür Plaza
Ömür Plaza AVM
Mall Bahçelievler
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bahçelievler.
611 MetroPort
MetroPort Alışveriş ve Yaşam Merkezi
Mall Bahçelievler
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Cinema and bowling ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bahçelievler. With a 7-screen cinema, bowling alley and children's play centre, above the Bahçelievler metro.
612 Kale Outlet Center
Kale Outlet Center
Mall Bahçelievler
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Cinema and family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bahçelievler, opened in 2007. Outlet centre with cinema.
613 Kayalar AVM
Kayalar Alışveriş Merkezi
Mall Bahçelievler
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bahçelievler.
614 Kuyumcukent
Kuyumcukent AVM
Mall Bahçelievler
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bahçelievler. Specialist shopping centre for jewellers and jewellery.
615 Eskidji Bazaar Yenibosna
Eskidji Bazaar Yenibosna
Mall Bahçelievler
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bahçelievler. Furniture shopping centre in Yenibosna.
616 Flyinn
Flyinn AVM
Mall Bakırköy
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bakırköy, opened in 2003. Boutique mall in Florya near the old Atatürk Airport.
617 Atrium Ataköy
Atrium Alışveriş Merkezi
Mall Bakırköy
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bakırköy. Small centre in Ataköy.
618 Olimpa
Olimpa AVM
Mall Başakşehir
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Cinema and family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Başakşehir. With cinema.
619 Merkez Kayaşehir
Merkez Kayaşehir Alışveriş Merkezi
Mall Başakşehir
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Başakşehir.
620 V Metroway
V Metroway AVM
Mall Başakşehir
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Başakşehir.
621 Başak Center
Başak Center Alışveriş Merkezi
Mall Başakşehir
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Başakşehir.
622 Metronom
Metronom Alışveriş ve Yaşam Merkezi
Mall Başakşehir
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Başakşehir.
623 Prestige Mall
Prestige Mall
Mall Başakşehir
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Başakşehir. Boutique mall in Bahçeşehir.
624 Verde Molino
Verde Molino
Mall Başakşehir
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Başakşehir. In Bahçeşehir.
625 Terasium
Terasium
Mall Başakşehir
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Başakşehir.
626 Akvaryum AVM
Akvaryum AVM
Mall Bayrampaşa
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Cinema and family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Bayrampaşa, opened in 2005. With a 4-screen cinema, focus on furniture.
627 Mayadrom
Mayadrom AVM
Mall Beşiktaş
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Beşiktaş. Small centre in Akat.
628 Kule Çarşı
Kule Çarşı
Mall Beşiktaş
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Beşiktaş. Small shopping centre in Levent.
629 Beylicium
Beylicium AVM
Mall Beylikdüzü
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Beylikdüzü.
630 White Corner
White Corner Alışveriş ve Yaşam Merkezi
Mall Beylikdüzü
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Beylikdüzü.
631 Beyaz City
Beyaz City AVM
Mall Beylikdüzü
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Beylikdüzü.
632 Carium
Carium Alışveriş Merkezi
Mall Beylikdüzü
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Beylikdüzü.
633 Meydan AVM Beylikdüzü
Meydan AVM
Mall Beylikdüzü
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Beylikdüzü.
634 Park Teras
Park Teras AVM
Mall Beylikdüzü
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Beylikdüzü. With a leisure and food area.
635 Paradise
Paradise Alışveriş Merkezi
Mall Beylikdüzü
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Beylikdüzü. Small centre.
636 Aymerkez
Aymerkez Alışveriş Merkezi
Mall Büyükçekmece
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Büyükçekmece. On the E-5.
637 İstanbul Outlet Park
İstanbul Outlet Park
Mall Büyükçekmece
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Büyükçekmece. Outlet centre on the D-100.
638 Demirören İstiklal
İstiklal Alışveriş Merkezi (Demirören İstiklal AVM)
Mall Beyoğlu
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Beyoğlu. On İstiklal Caddesi.
639 City Center Outlet
City Center Outlet
Mall Esenyurt
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Cinema and family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Esenyurt, opened in 2017. Outlet concept since Dec. 2018; with cinema.
640 Eskule
Eskule Alışveriş, İş ve Yaşam Merkezi
Mall Esenyurt
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Esenyurt.
641 Esen Park
Esen Park AVM
Mall Esenyurt
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Esenyurt.
642 Veneris
Veneris Alışveriş Merkezi (Eskidji Bazaar Haramidere)
Mall Esenyurt
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Esenyurt. Furniture shopping centre in Haramidere; Eskidji Bazaar at the same location.
643 Sunflower Life Center
Sunflower Life Center
Mall Esenyurt
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Esenyurt. Small centre.
644 Axis İstanbul
Axis İstanbul AVM
Mall Eyüp
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Eyüp, opened in 2016. At the Bayrampaşa metro stop, with cinema.
645 Eyüp Park
Eyüp Park Alışveriş ve Yaşam Merkezi
Mall Eyüp
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Eyüp. More than 70 brands, 8-screen cinema, children's area, metro connection.
646 White Hill
White Hill Alışveriş Merkezi
Mall Eyüp
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Eyüp, opened in 2011. Around 64 shops, cinema and children's play area.
647 Biz Cevahir Haliç
Biz Cevahir Haliç AVM
Mall Eyüp
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Eyüp (Alibeyköy). Around 100 shops on six floors, with cinema.
648 Axis Kağıthane
Axis Alışveriş Merkezi
Mall Kağıthane
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Kağıthane. Around 100 shops and stands, cinema, free shuttle.
649 Astoria
Astoria AVM
Mall Şişli
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Şişli, opened in 2008. At the base of the Astoria towers on Büyükdere Caddesi.
650 Addres İstanbul
Addres İstanbul
Mall Şişli
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Home design centre ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Şişli. Specialist centre for home design and furnishing with around 25 brands.
651 Bomonti Park
Bomonti Park AVM
Mall Şişli
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Şişli (Bomonti). Small neighbourhood centre with a supermarket and art academy.
652 ArenaPark
ArenaPark Alışveriş ve Yaşam Merkezi
Mall Küçükçekmece
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Küçükçekmece, opened in 2011. Around 110 shops, 10-screen cinema, children's area.
653 Güngören Park
Güngörenpark AVM
Mall Güngören
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Güngören, opened in 2016. Operated by the Mehmetçik Foundation, with cinema.
654 Vega Maxi AVM
VEGA Maxi AVM
Mall Silivri
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Silivri. 71 shops on 33,000 m², cinema and children's play areas.
655 Vega AVM Silivri
VEGA AVM Silivri
Mall Silivri
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Silivri. 38 shops on 14,500 m², cinema and children's play areas.
656 Zeruj Port
Zeruj Port AVM
Mall Zeytinburnu
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Zeytinburnu (Kazlıçeşme). Open-air women's themed mall with more than 130 fashion shops.
657 Neva
Neva Alışveriş ve Yaşam Merkezi
Mall Sultangazi
European side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Sultangazi (Uğur Mumcu Mah.). Local shopping and lifestyle centre.
658 Ağaoğlu Andromeda
Ağaoğlu Andromeda AVM
Mall Ataşehir
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Ataşehir, at the Ağaoğlu Andromeda residential complex (Barbaros Mah.).
659 Bulvar 216
Bulvar 216 AVM
Mall Ataşehir
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Ataşehir with brand stores, restaurants and cafés.
660 Kozzy
Kozzy Alışveriş ve Kültür Merkezi
Mall Kadıköy
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Cinema and shows ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Kadıköy (Kozyatağı) with a 9-screen cinema and cultural stage.
661 M1 Kartal
M1 Merkez Kartal AVM
Mall Kartal
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre with an outlet area in the district of Kartal (Orta Mah.).
662 Anatolium Marmara
Anatolium Marmara AVM
Mall Kartal
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Kartal (Soğanlık), part of a large residential and commercial complex.
663 AcrLoft
AcrLoft Ticaret Merkezi (AcrLoft AVM)
Mall Beykoz
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs FunLoft play centre ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Beykoz with Migros, Koçtaş and the FunLoft play centre (bowling, laser tag).
664 Beşyıldız AVM
Çekmeköy Beşyıldız AVM
Mall Çekmeköy
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Cinema & children's play world ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Çekmeköy, opened in 2003; Migros, 4-screen cinema and children's play area.
665 Ritim İstanbul
Ritim İstanbul AVM
Mall Maltepe
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Maltepe (Cevizli).
666 Süreyyapaşa Yaylada
Süreyyapaşa Yaylada AVM
Mall Maltepe
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Maltepe (Süreyyapaşa).
667 Meydan Park Maltepe
Meydan Park AVM Maltepe
Mall Maltepe
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Maltepe; smaller outlet centre on Atatürk Caddesi.
668 Neomarin
Neomarin AVM
Mall Pendik
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Pendik, opened in 2012; around 130 brands, cinema and hypermarket.
669 Pendorya
Pendorya Alışveriş Merkezi
Mall Pendik
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Pendik, opened in 2009; 8-screen cinema, approx. 33,000 m² of lettable space.
670 MarinTürk
MarinTürk AVM
Mall Pendik
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Pendik on the coastal road (Sahil Bulvarı).
671 World Atlantis
World Atlantis AVM
Mall Pendik
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Bowling & children's world ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Pendik (Kurtköy), opened in 2008; 7 cinema screens, bowling and children's world.
672 Zeruj Mall Anatolia
Zeruj Mall Anatolia
Mall Pendik
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping and entertainment centre in the district of Pendik (Yeni Mah.).
673 Home City
Home City Mobilya AVM
Mall Pendik
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Furniture shopping centre ♡ Furniture shopping centre in the district of Pendik (Kurtköy), opened in 2018; around 120 furniture shops.
674 Rings AVM
Rings Alışveriş Merkezi
Mall Sancaktepe
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Sancaktepe, opened in 2014; the first shopping centre in the area, 9 cinema screens.
675 Çamsan Park
Çamsan Park Alışveriş ve Yaşam Merkezi
Mall Sancaktepe
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Sancaktepe (Sarıgazi) with more than 50 brands and a Cinegold cinema.
676 Fabulist
Fabulist Alışveriş ve Eğlence Merkezi
Mall Sancaktepe
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Sancaktepe (Sarıgazi); smaller regional centre with cinema.
677 Plato AVM
Plato Alışveriş Merkezi
Mall Sultanbeyli
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Go-kart track & cinema ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Sultanbeyli with cinema, go-kart track and around 70 shops (lifestyle centre).
678 Şifa Park
Şifa Park AVM
Mall Tuzla
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Tuzla (Şifa) with cinema.
679 Park Vema
Park Vema Alışveriş Merkezi
Mall Tuzla
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Tuzla (İçmeler), part of the Vema Tuzla residential project; Migros and restaurants.
680 Buyaka
Buyaka AVM
Mall Ümraniye
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Ümraniye with around 160 shops and a 6-screen cinema.
681 AsyaPark Outlet
AsyaPark Outlet Alışveriş Merkezi
Mall Ümraniye
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre (outlet centre) in the district of Ümraniye (Necip Fazıl Mah.).
682 Metro Corner
Metro Corner Alışveriş Merkezi
Mall Ümraniye
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Ümraniye (Dudullu) on Alemdağ Caddesi.
683 Oryapark Avenue
Oryapark Avenue
Mall Ümraniye
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Ümraniye on Küçüksu Caddesi.
684 Istanbul Alışveriş Merkezi (IFC)
İstanbul Alışveriş Merkezi (İstanbul Finans Merkezi)
Mall Ümraniye
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs Shopping & family ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Ümraniye, in the Istanbul Finance Centre (Finanskent).
685 İdealistPark
İdealistPark Alışveriş Merkezi
Mall Ümraniye
Asian side
Free entry 1–3 hrs With swimming and sports centre ♡ Shopping centre in the district of Ümraniye with around 60 shops as well as a swimming and sports centre.
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Häufige Fragen zu Eintrittspreisen in Istanbul

Was kostet der Eintritt in die Hagia Sophia?

Für die Besuchergalerie der Hagia Sophia werden rund 25 € verlangt, Kinder unter 8 Jahren zahlen nichts. Planen Sie eineinhalb bis zwei Stunden ein. Stand der Angabe: September 2026.

Lohnt sich der Museumspass İstanbul?

In dieser Übersicht ist bei 22 der 634 Orte vermerkt, dass der Pass gilt, darunter der Topkapı-Palast und die Archäologischen Museen. Er rechnet sich, wenn Sie innerhalb weniger Tage mehrere staatliche Museen besuchen; für Moscheen, Basare und private Häuser gilt er nicht.

Welche Sehenswürdigkeiten in Istanbul sind kostenlos?

351 Einträge dieser Liste kosten keinen Eintritt: alle großen Moscheen einschließlich der Blauen Moschee und der Süleymaniye, der Große Bazar und der Gewürzbazar, Viertel wie Balat und Kuzguncuk sowie Parks wie der Gülhane-Park. Über den Schnellfilter Kostenlos sehen Sie nur diese Orte.

An welchen Tagen sind die großen Museen geschlossen?

Der Topkapı-Palast bleibt dienstags geschlossen, der Dolmabahçe-Palast montags. Moscheen sind zu den Gebetszeiten und besonders freitags mittags für Besucher nur eingeschränkt zugänglich.

Was sollte ich beim Moscheebesuch beachten?

Schultern und Knie bleiben bedeckt, Frauen tragen ein Kopftuch, die Schuhe werden am Eingang ausgezogen. Der Besuch ist kostenlos; um die Gebetszeiten herum warten Sie besser kurz.

Wie viele Sehenswürdigkeiten schaffe ich an einem Tag?

In der Altstadt sind drei bis vier größere Ziele realistisch, weil allein Topkapı und Hagia Sophia zusammen gut fünf Stunden binden. Die Spalte Dauer hilft beim Zusammenstellen, die Wunschliste beim Sortieren.

Kann ich diese Orte mit einem deutschsprachigen Reiseleiter besuchen?

Ja. Ich bin staatlich lizenzierter Reiseleiter und führe auf Deutsch, Türkisch und Englisch. Eintrittsgelder sind bei meinen Touren immer separat zu zahlen, sie sind nie im Führungspreis enthalten. Merken Sie sich Ihre Wunschorte über das Herz-Symbol und schicken Sie mir die Liste per E-Mail oder WhatsApp.

Preise und Öffnungszeiten sind Richtwerte, Stand September 2026, ohne Gewähr. Der Topkapı-Palast ist dienstags geschlossen, der Dolmabahçe-Palast montags. Für Moscheebesuche gelten bedeckte Schultern und Knie, Frauen tragen ein Kopftuch.