Why visit / Interesting facts:
- Oldest neighborhood of Istanbul
- The center of the city
Time required: 45 minutes
Public transport:
- Tram Line T1: Eminönü stop
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Things you need to know:
- Eminönü neighborhood is located on the south side of the Golden Horn. It is the oldest part of Istanbul from where the city expanded
- The neighborhood has been a major transportation hub since Byzantine times and features some of the best known Istanbul attractions: Spice Bazaar, New Mosque, and Rüstem Pasha Mosque
- The impressive Sirkeci Train Station was built during the late Ottoman period. It is one of the termini of the famous Orient Express
- Other highlight is the grandiose Central Post Office also built during the late Ottoman era
- Eminönü is one of the busiest neighborhoods of Istanbul. It has only 55,000 residents but more than 2 million people come here daily
What to do there:
- Take a short walk in the old harbor, enjoying the stunning views
- Or just walk along the streets to the harbor enjoying the atmosphere
Tips & Insights:
- Stop for a cup of authentic Turkish tea in one of the traditional tea houses
