Atatürk Cultural Center, Istanbul

Name: Atatürk Cultural Center
Address: Gümüşsuyu Mh. Tak-ı Zafer Cd., Istanbul, 34437, Turkey
Telephone: +90 212 251 56 00

#128 among attractions in Istanbul

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Atatürk Cultural Center, also simply called AKM, is a cultural center in Istanbul. As the focal point of Taksim Square, it is not only a multi-purpose cultural center and opera house, but an icon of Istanbul. ()

Local name: Atatürk Kültür Merkezi, İstanbul Coordinates: 41°2'12"N, 28°59'18"E

Address

Gümüşsuyu Mh. Tak-ı Zafer Cd.Beyoğlu (Gümüssuyu)Istanbul 34437 Turkey

Contact

+90 212 251 56 00

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Nearby attractions include: İstiklal Avenue, Dolmabahçe Mosque, Milli Saraylar, Vodafone Park.

0.5 miW
Busy city avenue with shops and cafes
İstiklal Avenue, Istanbul
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~1930 ftE
Ottoman-style mosque completed in 1853
Dolmabahçe Mosque, Istanbul
10 min walk • Nestled on the European shore of the Bosphorus Strait, the Dolmabahçe Mosque, also known as the Bezm-i Alem Valide Sultan Mosque, stands as a testament to the grandeur of 19th-century Ottoman architecture in Istanbul, Turkey.
0.6 miE
Museum, Mimar Sinan, Art museum
Milli Saraylar, Istanbul
15 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Istanbul, the Milli Saraylar, or National Palaces, offers visitors a glimpse into the opulent world of the Ottoman sultans. This collection of palaces turned museums captures the essence of Turkey's imperial past, showcasing the...
~1970 ftNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Vodafone Park, Istanbul
10 min walk • Vodafone Park is an all-seater, multi-purpose stadium in the Beşiktaş district of Istanbul, Turkey. It is the home ground of Beşiktaş JK. The stadium was built on the site of Beşiktaş's former home, BJK İnönü Stadium. It has a capacity of approximately 42,590 spectators, after initially being planned for 41,903.
0.4 miE
Sarkis Balyan, Tower
Dolmabahçe Saat Kulesi, Istanbul
11 min walk • Dolmabahçe Clock Tower is a clock tower situated outside Dolmabahçe Palace in Istanbul, Turkey. Its construction was ordered by Ottoman sultan Abdülhamid II and designed by the court architect Sarkis Balyan between 1890 and 1895.
~920 ftW
Monument to Atatürk and the Republic
Republic Monument, Istanbul
5 min walk • The Republic Monument is a notable monument located at Taksim Square in Istanbul, Turkey, to commemorate the formation of the Turkish Republic in 1923. Designed by Italian sculptor Pietro Canonica and built in two and a half years with financial support from the population, it was unveiled by Dr. Hakkı Şinasi Pasha on August 8, 1928.
~830 ftNW
Prominent green space with many trees
Taksim Gezi Park, Istanbul
4 min walk • Taksim Gezi Park is an urban park next to Taksim Square, in Istanbul's Beyoğlu district It is one of the last green spaces in Beyoğlu and one of the smallest parks of Istanbul.
~1160 ftW
Mosque
Taksim Mosque
6 min walk • The Taksim Mosque is a striking emblem of faith nestled in the heart of Istanbul, Turkey. This grand mosque, which was officially opened in 2021, stands as a contemporary addition to the city's historic skyline. It is located in the bustling Taksim Square, a major...
0.4 miW
41°2'6"N • 28°58'48"E
Demirören Istiklal, Istanbul
12 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
0.6 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
The Museum of Innocence, Istanbul
16 min walk • The Museum of Innocence is a museum in a 19th-century house in Istanbul created by novelist Orhan Pamuk as a companion to his novel The Museum of Innocence. The museum and the novel were created in tandem, centred on the stories of two Istanbul families.
~1180 ftW
Church
Hagia Triada Greek Orthodox Church, Istanbul
6 min walk • The Hagia Triada is a Greek Orthodox church in Istanbul, Turkey. The building was erected in 1880 and is considered the largest Greek Orthodox shrine in Istanbul today. It is still in use by the Greek community of Istanbul. It has about 150 parishioners.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Atatürk Cultural Center?

Nearby attractions include Taksim Square, Istanbul (4 min walk), Taksim Gezi Park, Istanbul (4 min walk), Republic Monument, Istanbul (5 min walk), Taksim Mosque (6 min walk).

How to get to Atatürk Cultural Center by public transport?

The nearest stations to Atatürk Cultural Center:

Bus

Taksim AKM • Lines: Dt2 (2 min walk)
Park Otel (3 min walk)

Tram

Taksim • Lines: Taksim - Tünel Nostaljik Tramvay, Tünel - Taksim Nostaljik Tramvay (5 min walk)
Stop • Lines: T1 (10 min walk)

Ferry

Kabataş (10 min walk)
Beşiktaş (24 min walk)

Aerialway

Taşkışla • Lines: TF1 Maçka - Taşkışla (13 min walk)
Maçka • Lines: TF1 Maçka - Taşkışla (17 min walk)

Train

Beyoğlu Station, Tünel Line (24 min walk)
Karaköy Station, Tünel Line (31 min walk)

Metro

Osmanbey • Lines: M2 (29 min walk)