Besiktas, which starts from the shores of the Bosphorus and spreads to the hills, stands out with its activities, nightlife, shopping centers, historical places and football club. Although the district is the capital of culture, arts and education in Istanbul, it is also considered to be the most valuable region of the Bosphorus with its Ortakoy, Arnavutkoy, KuruCesme, Etiler and Bebek neighborhoods.

Besiktas, which is one of the symbols of Istanbul with its Dolmabahce, Yildiz, Ciragan palaces, and Ihlamur Pavilion, is also an important crossroads of maritime transport in Istanbul. Ferries and sea engines departing regularly to Uskudar, Kadıkoy and Bosphorus districts are among the favorite of Besiktas Coast.

Palaces and Museums

There are many important buildings in Besiktas, almost all of which are dated to the Ottoman period and which you must visit. These; Ciragan Palace, Dolmabahce Palace, Yildiz Palace Museum, Asiyan Museum, Naval Museum, Painting and Sculpture Museum and Ihlamur Pavilion.

The Palace collections Museum and Istanbul painting and Sculpture Museum are located from Besiktas to Kabatas and the Ciaragan Palace is located on the Ortakoy side.

Mosques and Parks

Besiktas is a district that is also recorded with its historical mosques and shrines. Especially the Tomb of Barbaros Hayrettin Pasha, Dolmabahce Mosque, Bebek Mosque, Ortakoy Mosque, Yildiz Hamidiye Mosque are among the historical places you can visit. If you want to continue your tour in an environment intertwined with nature, you can explore the parks and gardens of Besiktas. Yildiz Grove, Naile Sultan Grove, Macka Democracy Park, Bebek Park, Nezahat Gokyigit Botanical Garden, Ulus Park, Sanatcilar Park are just a few of the green areas you can visit in Besiktas.

Besiktas Bazaar and Besiktas Coast

Besiktas Bazaar, which is a very lively place, is also the center of the famous Besiktas fans group where you can find black and white colors in every corner of the district. With its cafes, restaurants and food and drink culture, we can summarize it as a place that must be visited and seen, living almost 24 hours a day.

Besiktas Square, also known as Barbaros Square, is another crowded and lively area of the district. It is quite enjoyable to spend time in the square, where you can always find leisure and entertainment, overlooking the Bosphorus, and also to capture the magnificent views of the Bosphorus from the coast.

Metrobus

Zincirlikuyu Metrobus Station, which is 7 minutes away from the center of Besiktas, is one of the transportation centers of Istanbul-specific transportation vehicles with a separate road that we can summarize as a train with rubber wheels. Although the intensity of it is remarkable from time to time, thanks to the more than 40 km Metrobus network, you can reach many points on the Asian and European sides in a short time.

Metro and Tram

You can reach the Kabatas tram station in a few minutes from Besiktas. Aksaray, Sirkeci, Eminonu, and Zeytinburnu are the other important districts of Istanbul that you can reach without being stuck in traffic with the tram. The Metrobus, Metro and tram stations, which are taken care to be suitable for the use of the disabled, will be integrated with the Kabatas-Mecidiyekoy-Mahmutbey metro line and will provide access to all major arteries, including airports.

Bus Services

Many buses and minibuses passing through Besiktas and especially departing from Besiktas Meydan Stop offer advantageous transportation to many points of the city. Here are the popular lines passing through Besiktas:

Beside the coastal area of Besiktas, KuruCesme, Bebek and Ortakoy bars, taverns and nightclubs give the impression of a living city 24/7. In addition, cafes with friendly staff, live music, high quality nightclubs offering entertainment accompanied by DJs are also easily available in the neighborhood. Be sure Besiktas definitely comes first when it comes to nightclubs in Istanbul.

Night life

No matter which month of the year you go, you can come across pop, rock, jazz, disco, pubs, taverns, live music venues, roof bars and many other concepts in Besiktas. There will be different entertainment venues that are open 12 months of the year and offer entertainment to the guests until the first light of the morning with the view of the Bosphorus.

Cinema Theater

More than 30 arenas, cultural centers and art galleries, several of which are mini movie theaters, await art lovers in the region. The “International Art Days" organized by the Municipality of Besiktas every year from September 21st to 28th, hosts many distinguished artists, especially musicians, dancers, and pantomime artists. In Besiktas, exhibitions, cinema and concert events continue for 12 months of the year.

Shopping

Zorlu Shopping Center, Akmerkez, Is Sanat Culture Center Towers, Kanyon, Metrocity Shopping Mall, Etiler Mayadrom and Sinanpasa Shopping Center are always attracting shopping enthusiasts.

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Besiktas Hotels

If your priority is to stay in one of the most central points of Istanbul and enjoy your surroundings, Besiktas's five-star hotels are the ideal choice for you. Even if you do not like to get away from your point, Besiktas is an ideal stop with countless historical and natural beauties and fun places. Moreover, Besiktas hotels cater to all kinds of budget and expectations. Dedeman, Divan, Ortakoy Princess, Ciragan, Conrad, Swissotel, The Plaza Bosphorus can be evaluated.

Besiktas Cafes and Restaurants

Besiktas is home to so many restaurants and cafes with its locals and foreigners that you will find an A- plus restaurant in minutes, where you can taste the most delicious examples of Turkey's world cuisine.