Beyazıt Tower, Istanbul

Name: Beyazıt Tower
Address: Istanbul, Turkey

#186 among attractions in Istanbul

Tower, Historical place, View point

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Beyazıt Tower, also named Seraskier Tower, from the name of the Ottoman ministry of War, is an 85-metre-tall fire-watch tower located in the courtyard of Istanbul University's main campus on Beyazıt Square in Istanbul, Turkey, on top of one of the "seven hills" which Constantine the Great had built the city, following the model of Rome. ()

Local name: Beyazıt Kulesi Opened: 1749 (275 years ago)Rebuilt: 1828Height: 279 ftTop floor height: 279 ftCoordinates: 41°0'46"N, 28°57'53"E

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Fatih (Süleymaniye)Istanbul Turkey

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Beyazıt Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Grand Bazaar, Süleymaniye Mosque, Rüstem Pasha Mosque, Nuruosmaniye Mosque.

~1760 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Grand Bazaar, Istanbul
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~1590 ftNW
Storied 16th-century Ottoman mosque
Süleymaniye Mosque, Istanbul
8 min walk • The Süleymaniye Mosque stands as an architectural masterpiece in the heart of Istanbul, Turkey, reflecting the pinnacle of Ottoman art and culture. Commissioned by Sultan Süleyman the Magnificent, the mosque was designed by the legendary architect Mimar Sinan...
0.4 miNE
Mosque, Mimar Sinan
Rüstem Pasha Mosque, Istanbul
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Istanbul's historic Eminönü district, the Rüstem Pasha Mosque stands as a remarkable testament to Ottoman architectural and artistic achievement. This mosque, while less known than some of its grander neighbors, such as the Sultanahmet...
~1810 ftSE
Large, 18th-century Ottoman mosque
Nuruosmaniye Mosque, Istanbul
9 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...
~970 ftS
Mosque complex completed in 1506
Bayezid II Mosque, Istanbul
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~1540 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Market
Mahmutpasha Bazaar, Istanbul
8 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...
0.4 miW
16th-century mosque and prince's tomb
Şehzade Mosque, Istanbul
11 min walk • Nestled amidst the historic fabric of Istanbul, the Şehzade Mosque stands as a testament to the city's rich Ottoman heritage. This mosque, located in the Fatih district, was commissioned by Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent in memory of his beloved son, Prince Mehmed...
~1930 ftE
Mosque
Mahmut Pasha Mosque
10 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Istanbul's Eminönü district, the Mahmut Pasha Mosque stands as a testament to the city's rich Ottoman heritage. Built between 1463 and 1470, during the reign of Mehmed the Conqueror, this mosque was commissioned by Grand Vizier Mahmut...
~1040 ftE
Caravanserai
Büyük Valide Han
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Istanbul's bustling Eminönü district, the Büyük Valide Han is a historical gem that offers a glimpse into the Ottoman Empire's commercial past. This expansive caravanserai, constructed in the mid-17th century, was built by Kösem Sultan, the...
~1190 ftW
Mosque, Sacred and religious sites, Architecture
Kalenderhane Mosque, Istanbul
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~1500 ftE
Baths
Mahmut Pasha Hamam
8 min walk • The Mahmut Pasha Hamam, nestled in the historic heart of Istanbul, Turkey, stands as a testament to the grandeur of Ottoman-era architecture and the cultural significance of Turkish baths. Constructed in 1466 under the commission of Grand Vizier Mahmut Pasha, the...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Beyazıt Tower?

Nearby attractions include Istanbul University (2 min walk), Istanbul Zoology Museum, Istanbul (2 min walk), Istanbul University Observatory, Istanbul (4 min walk), Beyazıt Square, Istanbul (4 min walk).

How to get to Beyazıt Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Beyazıt Tower:

Bus

Vezneciler • Lines: 77A (6 min walk)
Havataş transfer (9 min walk)

Tram

Stop • Lines: T1 (8 min walk)
Laleli-Üniversite (9 min walk)

Ferry

Eminönü (14 min walk)
Eminonu Iskelesi (16 min walk)

Train

Sirkeci Marmaray Underground Station (17 min walk)
Kumkapi (17 min walk)

Metro

Aksaray • Lines: M1A, M1B (23 min walk)
Yenikapı • Lines: M1A, M1B, M2 (23 min walk)