Arap Mosque, Istanbul

Name: Arap Mosque
Address: Arap Cami Mah. Galata Mahkemesi Sok. No:16, Istanbul, Turkey
Telephone: +90 212 237 62 05

#105 among attractions in Istanbul

Church, Sacred and religious sites, Gothic architecture, Mosque

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Arap Mosque is a mosque in the Karaköy quarter of Istanbul, Turkey. The building was originally a Roman Catholic church erected in 1325 by the friars of the Dominican Order, near or above an earlier chapel dedicated to Saint Paul in 1233. Although the structure was altered during the Ottoman period, it is the only example of medieval religious Gothic architecture remaining in Istanbul. ()

Local name: Arap Camii Completed: 1325 (699 years ago)Architectural style: Byzantine architectureCoordinates: 41°1'27"N, 28°58'16"E

Address

Arap Cami Mah. Galata Mahkemesi Sok. No:16Beyoğlu (Arap Cami)Istanbul Turkey

Contact

+90 212 237 62 05

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Day trips

Arap Mosque – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

0.6 miS
Historic covered spice and textiles market
Spice Bazaar, Istanbul
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~970 ftNE
67-meter Byzantine tower and restaurant
Galata Tower, Istanbul
5 min walk • Perched high above the winding streets of Istanbul's historic Beyoğlu district, the Galata Tower stands as an enduring testament to the city's rich past. This medieval stone tower, reaching a height of 67 meters, has been a prominent fixture of Istanbul's skyline...
~1650 ftS
Modern bridge spanning the Golden Horn
Galata Bridge, Istanbul
8 min walk • Spanning the Golden Horn in the historic heart of Istanbul, the Galata Bridge is not just a crossing point; it's a bustling microcosm of the city's vibrant culture. Serving as a vital link between the traditional old city of Sultanahmet and the more modern district of...
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Mosque, Mimar Sinan
Rüstem Pasha Mosque, Istanbul
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0.6 miNE
Nightlife, Dancing, Entertainment district
Beyoğlu, Istanbul
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0.6 miE
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
İstanbul Modern, Istanbul
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~680 ftE
Museum, Specialty museum
SALT Galata, Istanbul
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~1350 ftE
Church
Saint Gregory the Illuminator Church of Galata
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0.5 miS
Baths
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~1650 ftW
Bridge
Atatürk Bridge, Istanbul
8 min walk • 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.
~1590 ftE
Church
Church of Saint Benoit, Istanbul
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Arap Mosque?

Nearby attractions include Church of SS Peter and Paul, Istanbul (3 min walk), Italian Synagogue, Istanbul (3 min walk), SALT Galata, Istanbul (4 min walk), Anna Laudel Contemporary, Istanbul (4 min walk).

How to get to Arap Mosque by public transport?

The nearest stations to Arap Mosque:

Train

Karaköy Station, Tünel Line (5 min walk)
Beyoğlu Station, Tünel Line (9 min walk)

Tram

Karaköy • Lines: T1 (7 min walk)
Tünel • Lines: Taksim - Tünel Nostaljik Tramvay, Tünel - Taksim Nostaljik Tramvay (10 min walk)

Bus

Karaköy (7 min walk)
Şişhane 6 • Lines: 77A (9 min walk)

Ferry

Eminönü (10 min walk)
Eminonu Iskelesi (13 min walk)