Atatürk Bridge, Istanbul

Name: Atatürk Bridge
Address: Unkapanı Köprüsü, Istanbul, Turkey

#141 among attractions in Istanbul

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Atatürk Bridge, alternatively known as the Unkapanı Bridge, is a highway bridge on the Golden Horn in Istanbul, Turkey. It is named after Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder and first President of the Republic of Turkey. ()

Local name: Atatürk Köprüsü Completed: 1940 (84 years ago)Length: 1565 ftWidth: 82 ftCoordinates: 41°1'27"N, 28°57'54"E

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Unkapanı KöprüsüIstanbul Turkey

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Atatürk Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Spice Bazaar, Galata Tower, Galata Bridge, Süleymaniye Mosque.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Atatürk Bridge open?

Atatürk Bridge is open:

Monday 24h
Tuesday 24h
Wednesday 24h
Thursday 24h
Friday 24h
Saturday 24h
Sunday 24h

Which popular attractions are close to Atatürk Bridge?

Nearby attractions include Golden Horn Metro Bridge, Istanbul (3 min walk), Sokollu Mehmed Pasha Mosque, Istanbul (4 min walk), Arap Mosque, Istanbul (8 min walk), Rezan Has Museum, Istanbul (10 min walk).

How to get to Atatürk Bridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Atatürk Bridge:

Tram

Cibali • Lines: T5 (7 min walk)
Karaköy • Lines: T1 (14 min walk)

Bus

Unkapanı • Lines: 77A (10 min walk)
Şişhane 6 • Lines: 77A (11 min walk)

Ferry

Eminönü (12 min walk)
Eminonu Iskelesi (17 min walk)

Train

Karaköy Station, Tünel Line (13 min walk)
Beyoğlu Station, Tünel Line (14 min walk)

Metro

Aksaray • Lines: M1A, M1B (31 min walk)