What's Eminönü like?
People go to Eminönü to see popular places such as Hagia Sophia, and to take in culture at top venues such as Topkapi Palace. Travellers like the neighbourhood for its museums and lovely seaside views, not to mention its selection of shops. Grand Bazaar and Blue Mosque are a couple of popular sights that will definitely leave an impression.
How to get to Eminönü
Eminönü is located 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from the heart of Istanbul.
Flying to:
- Istanbul (IST), 20.5 mi (32.9 km) from Eminönü
- Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), 19.5 mi (31.3 km) from Eminönü
Getting to Eminönü on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:
- Eminonu Station
- Beyazit Station
- Aksaray Tram Station
Things to see and do in and around Eminönü
What to see in Eminönü
- Hagia Sophia
- Blue Mosque
- Taksim Square
- Topkapi Palace
- Sultanahmet Square
Things to do in Eminönü
- Grand Bazaar
- Mall of Istanbul
- Egyptian Bazaar
- Istanbul Archaeology Museums
- Galataport
Other popular Eminönü attractions
- Eminönü Square
- New Mosque
- Süleymaniye Mosque
- Cemberlitas Bath
- Column of Constantine
