Karaköy
#153 among destinations in Turkey
Facts and practical information
Karaköy, the modern name for ancient Galata, is a commercial quarter in the Beyoğlu district of Istanbul, Turkey, located at the northern part of the Golden Horn mouth on the European side of Bosphorus. ()
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Karaköy – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Spice Bazaar, Galata Tower, New Mosque, Galata Bridge.
Historic covered spice and textiles marketSpice Bazaar, Istanbul
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Istanbul, the Spice Bazaar, also known as the Egyptian Bazaar, is a vibrant shopping center that serves as a treasure trove of flavors, scents, and colors. Established in the 17th century, it has been the go-to destination for those seeking...
67-meter Byzantine tower and restaurantGalata Tower, Istanbul
6 min walk • Perched high above the winding streets of Istanbul's historic Beyoğlu district, the Galata Tower stands as an enduring testament to the city's rich past. This medieval stone tower, reaching a height of 67 meters, has been a prominent fixture of Istanbul's skyline...
Iconic, landmark 17th-century mosqueNew Mosque, Istanbul
14 min walk • The New Mosque, also known as the Yeni Camii, graces the skyline of Istanbul with its majestic architecture and is a testament to the city's rich Ottoman history. This grand mosque, completed in 1665, is situated at the mouth of the Golden Horn and serves as a...
Modern bridge spanning the Golden HornGalata Bridge, Istanbul
9 min walk • Spanning the Golden Horn in the historic heart of Istanbul, the Galata Bridge is not just a crossing point; it's a bustling microcosm of the city's vibrant culture. Serving as a vital link between the traditional old city of Sultanahmet and the more modern district of...
Nightlife, Dancing, Entertainment districtBeyoğlu, Istanbul
15 min walk • Beyoğlu, the pulsating heart of Istanbul's cultural life and entertainment, stands as a testament to the city's cosmopolitan history and vibrant present. This district, once known as Pera, is a melting pot of flavors, sounds, and sights that captures the essence of...
Music venueBasketmakers' Kiosk
15 min walk • The Basketmakers' Kiosk, situated in Istanbul, Turkey, is a historical edifice that once served as a pleasure palace for Ottoman sultans. This pavilion, known as Sepetçiler Kasrı in Turkish, is nestled on the Golden Horn and dates back to the 17th century, having...
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museumİstanbul Modern, Istanbul
9 min walk • Istanbul Modern, also known as the Istanbul Museum of Modern Art, stands as a cultural beacon in the vibrant city of Istanbul, Turkey. Established in 2004, this museum is Turkey's first private museum to organize modern and contemporary art exhibitions.
Museum, Specialty museumSALT Galata, Istanbul
6 min walk • Nestled in the historic district of Beyoğlu in Istanbul, Turkey, SALT Galata is a multifaceted cultural institution that has emerged as a beacon of contemporary art, architecture, and social history. Located in the iconic Ottoman-era building that once housed the...
ChurchSaint Gregory the Illuminator Church of Galata
3 min walk • Nestled in the historical district of Galata in Istanbul, Turkey, the Saint Gregory the Illuminator Church stands as a testament to the city's rich Armenian heritage. This Armenian Apostolic church, built in 1431, is one of the oldest surviving religious structures in...
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Gothic architectureArap Mosque, Istanbul
9 min walk • Arap Mosque is a mosque in the Karaköy quarter of Istanbul, Turkey. The building was originally a Roman Catholic church erected in 1325 by the friars of the Dominican Order, near or above an earlier chapel dedicated to Saint Paul in 1233.
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museumThe Museum of Innocence, Istanbul
14 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.
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