Fatih, Istanbul
Facts and practical information
Fatih, historically Constantinople, is the capital district of and a municipality in Istanbul, Turkey, and home to almost all of the provincial authorities but not the courthouse. It encompasses the peninsula coinciding with old Constantinople. In 2009, the district of Eminönü, which had been a separate municipality located at the tip of the peninsula, was once again remerged into Fatih because of its small population. Fatih is bordered by the Golden Horn to the north and the Sea of Marmara to the south, while the Western border is demarked by the Theodosian wall and the east by the Bosphorus Strait. ()
Istanbul
Fatih – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Fatih?
How to get to Fatih by public transport?
Train
- Cankurtaran (10 min walk)
- Sirkeci Marmaray Underground Station (26 min walk)
Tram
- Sultanahmet Station • Lines: T1 (18 min walk)
- Çemberlitaş • Lines: T1 (22 min walk)
Bus
- Havalimani Transfer (26 min walk)
- Havataş transfer (26 min walk)