Kumkapı, Istanbul

Name: Kumkapı
Address: Istanbul, Turkey

#419 among attractions in Istanbul

Nightlife, Dancing, Entertainment district

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Kumkapı is a quarter in Fatih district of Istanbul. It is located along the northern shore of Marmara Sea. Up to recent times, Kumkapı is the center of the Armenian community of the city, boasting a school and several churches. It is also where the seat of the Armenian Patriarchate of Constantinople is located. The quarter is famous for its many fish restaurants; therefore attracting many local and foreign tourists round the year. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 41°0'15"N, 28°57'53"E

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Fatih (Sehsuvar Bey)Istanbul Turkey

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Nearby attractions include: Grand Bazaar, Obelisk of Theodosius, Nuruosmaniye Mosque, Little Hagia Sophia.

0.5 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Grand Bazaar, Istanbul
13 min walk • The Grand Bazaar, nestled in the heart of Istanbul, Turkey, is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. A labyrinth of history and commerce, this shopping centre spans 61 covered streets and accommodates over 4,000 shops, attracting between 250,000...
0.6 miE
Transplanted ancient Egyptian obelisk
Obelisk of Theodosius, Istanbul
15 min walk • Rising majestically in the heart of Istanbul, the Obelisk of Theodosius is a remarkable monument that stands as a testament to the city's rich historical tapestry. This ancient Egyptian obelisk, originally constructed in the 15th century BC, was transported...
0.5 miNE
Large, 18th-century Ottoman mosque
Nuruosmaniye Mosque, Istanbul
14 min walk • Nuruosmaniye Mosque stands as a magnificent piece of architecture in the heart of Istanbul, Turkey, embodying a blend of Islamic and Baroque styles. Erected between 1748 and 1755 during the reign of Sultan Osman III, this mosque is not only a site of religious...
0.4 miE
Iconic Byzantine-style domed mosque
Little Hagia Sophia, Istanbul
11 min walk • Little Hagia Sophia, formerly known as the Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus, is a significant historical mosque nestled in the captivating city of Istanbul, Turkey. This architectural gem, often overshadowed by its larger namesake, the Hagia Sophia, is a must-visit...
0.4 miN
Mosque complex completed in 1506
Bayezid II Mosque, Istanbul
11 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Istanbul, the Bayezid II Mosque is a stunning testament to Ottoman architecture and a serene place of worship that beckons visitors with its graceful minarets and majestic dome. Constructed between 1500 and 1505 during the reign of...
0.7 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Market
Mahmutpasha Bazaar, Istanbul
17 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Istanbul, the Mahmutpasha Bazaar stands as a bustling emblem of traditional Turkish commerce. This historic shopping haven, located between the Grand Bazaar and the Egyptian Spice Market, is a labyrinthine street filled with a vibrant array of...
0.5 miE
Turkish and Islamic arts in a palace
Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum, Istanbul
14 min walk • The Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum is a museum located in Sultanahmet Square in Fatih district of Istanbul, Turkey.
0.5 miE
Historical place, Obelisk
Walled Obelisk, Istanbul
14 min walk • The Walled Obelisk or Masonry Obelisk is a Roman monument in the form of an obelisk in the former Hippodrome of Constantinople, now Sultanahmet Square in Istanbul, Turkey.
0.5 miN
Observatories and planetariums
Istanbul University Observatory, Istanbul
12 min walk • The Istanbul University Observatory is a ground-based astronomical observatory operated by the Astronomy and Space Sciences Department at Istanbul University's Faculty of Science.
0.4 miN
Square, Historical place
Beyazıt Square, Istanbul
12 min walk • Beyazıt Square is a square in the district of Fatih, situated in the European part of Istanbul, Turkey. It is officially named Freedom Square, but is known as Beyazıt Square after the Bayezid II Mosque on one side of it. The Square is the former site of the Forum of Theodosius built by Constantine the Great.
0.7 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Market
Kürkçü Han, Istanbul
18 min walk • The Kürkçü Han is a large historic han in Istanbul, Turkey. Founded by Mahmud Pasha, the grand vizier of Mehmet II, it was completed in 1467 and is the oldest surviving caravanserai in the city, although it has been modified, partly ruined, and renovated over the centuries.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kumkapı?

Nearby attractions include Surp Asdvadzadzin Patriarchal Church (5 min walk), Armenian Patriarchate of Constantinople (6 min walk), Kontoskalion (11 min walk), Sokollu Mehmed Pasha Mosque, Istanbul (11 min walk).

How to get to Kumkapı by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kumkapı:

Train

Kumkapi (3 min walk)
Yenikapı (17 min walk)

Tram

Stop • Lines: T1 (9 min walk)
Çemberlitaş • Lines: T1 (12 min walk)

Bus

Vezneciler • Lines: 77A (14 min walk)
Havalimani Transfer (15 min walk)

Metro

Yenikapı • Lines: M1A, M1B, M2 (19 min walk)
Aksaray • Lines: M1A, M1B (26 min walk)

Ferry

Eminönü (27 min walk)
Eminonu Iskelesi (28 min walk)