Galata Convent of Whirling Dervishes, Istanbul

Name: Galata Convent of Whirling Dervishes
Address: Şahkulu Mah. Galip Dede Cad. No:15, Tünel, Istanbul, 34420, Turkey
Telephone: +90 212 245 41 41

#275 among attractions in Istanbul

Museum, History museum, Spiritual, Event space

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Galata Convent of Whirling Dervishes (address: Şahkulu Mah. Galip Dede Cad. No:15, Tünel) is a place located in Istanbul (Istanbul province) and belongs to the category of museum, history museum, spiritual.

It is situated at an altitude of 230 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 41°1'39"N latitude and 28°58'28"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Galata Convent of Whirling Dervishes is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Beyoğlu Station, Tünel Line (train, 2 min walk), Tünel (tram, 3 min walk), Şişhane 6 (bus, 8 min walk), Eminönü (ferry, 17 min walk), Taşkışla (aerialway, 36 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Jewish Museum of Turkey (museum, 3 min walk), Neve Shalom Synagogue (synagogue, 3 min walk), Galata Tower (tower, 4 min walk).

Coordinates: 41°1'39"N, 28°58'28"E

Address

Şahkulu Mah. Galip Dede Cad. No:15, TünelBeyoğlu (Şahkulu)Istanbul 34420 Turkey

Contact

+90 212 245 41 41

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Galata Convent of Whirling Dervishes open?

Galata Convent of Whirling Dervishes is open:

Monday 9 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday 9 am - 4:30 pm
Friday 9 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday 9 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday 9 am - 4:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Galata Convent of Whirling Dervishes?

Nearby attractions include Jewish Museum of Turkey, Istanbul (3 min walk), Neve Shalom Synagogue, Istanbul (3 min walk), Galata Tower, Istanbul (4 min walk), Crimea Memorial Church, Istanbul (4 min walk).

How to get to Galata Convent of Whirling Dervishes by public transport?

The nearest stations to Galata Convent of Whirling Dervishes:

Train

Beyoğlu Station, Tünel Line (2 min walk)
Karaköy Station, Tünel Line (9 min walk)

Tram

Tünel • Lines: Taksim - Tünel Nostaljik Tramvay, Tünel - Taksim Nostaljik Tramvay (3 min walk)
Odakule • Lines: Taksim - Tünel Nostaljik Tramvay, Tünel - Taksim Nostaljik Tramvay (8 min walk)

Bus

Şişhane 6 • Lines: 77A (8 min walk)
Karaköy (10 min walk)

Ferry

Eminönü (17 min walk)
Eminonu Iskelesi (18 min walk)

Aerialway

Taşkışla • Lines: TF1 Maçka - Taşkışla (36 min walk)