Atatürk Olympic Stadium, Istanbul
Facts and practical information
The Atatürk Olympic Stadium is a stadium in Istanbul, Turkey. Located in the western district of İkitelli, it is the largest-capacity stadium in the country. The stadium is named after Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder and first President of the Republic of Turkey. Its construction began in 1999 and was completed in 2002. It was originally built for Turkey's failed bid for the 2008 Olympic Games that were ultimately awarded to Beijing, China. It cost about US$140 million. ()
Ziya Gökalp Mah. Olimpiyat Stadı Yolu No:1 İkitelliBaşakşehir (Ziya Gökalp)Istanbul 34490
Atatürk Olympic Stadium – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Lake Küçükçekmece, Bahçeşehir Muhsin Ertuğrul Theatre, Yarımburgaz Cave, Küçükçekmece.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How to get to Atatürk Olympic Stadium by public transport?
Metro
- Olimpiyat • Lines: M9 (10 min walk)
- Ziya Gökalp • Lines: M9 (28 min walk)
Bus
- İETT Olimpiyat Peronları (10 min walk)
- A Kapısı (26 min walk)