Located in the heart of breathtaking Istanbul with its magnificent nature and historical monuments; Uranus Istanbul Topkapı Hotel is close to many significant locations in the city. You can access to various locations in the city both by land and by sea.
BEYAZIT SQUARE / 4 KM
Located in the Historical Peninsula; the Beyazıt Square was one of the most important squares of the city during the Byzantine period. You can go to the Beyazıt Square, where many historical events took place during the Byzantine, Ottoman and Republican periods, just within 8 minutes by using the T1 Cevizlibağ – Kabataş tram line.
SÜLEYMANİYE MOSQUE / 4 KM
Built by Mimar Sinan between 1551 and 1557; the Süleymaniye Mosque is one of the most important monuments from the Ottoman Empire. It also attracts the attention of visitors due to the historical enterprises located around the mosque. You can access to the Süleymaniye Mosque next to the Beyazıt Square, just within 8 minutes by using the T1 tram line.
GRAND BAZAAR / 4 KM
The Grand Bazaar, known as the largest bazaar in the world, is located in the middle of the Beyazıt, Mercan and Nuruosmaniye districts. You can find anything that you want in this bazaar, which is home to more than 4.000 shops.
SULTANAHMET / 4 KM
Many historical artifacts have survived until the present time after Istanbul passed from the Byzantine Empire to the Ottoman Empire. The Sultanahmet, where many historical buildings such as mosques, churches and madrasahs are located, is a point that will meet your cultural satisfaction.
HAGIA SOFIA / 4 KM
The Hagia Sophia, as one of the most popular tourist attractions in Turkey, has survived until this present time both as a mosque, a museum and a church. You should definitely visit the Hagia Sophia, which was described as the 8th wonder of the world by Philton in the 6th century.
BASILICA CISTERN / 4 KM
Built by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian in 542; the Basilica Cistern is a magnificent structure with its columns rising above the water. The cistern, built on an area of 9800 sqm, has hosted many events so far.
CAĞALOĞLU BATH / 4 KM
The Cağaloğlu Bath, one of the largest double baths in Istanbul, was built during the reign of Mahmud I. The bath, which is still operating currently, makes you feel the classical Ottoman architecture to the fullest. You can access to the Cağaloğlu Bath just within 8 minutes by using the T1 Cevizlibağ – Kabataş tram line, located right next to our hotel.
TOPKAPI PALACE / 4.5 KM
The Topkapı Palace, built upon the order of Fatih Sultan Mehmed in 1478 and known as the place where history was made, is one of the most visited places today.
GÜLHANE PARK / 4.5 KM
The Gülhane Park, located between Alayköşkü, Topkapı Palace and Sarayburnu, hosted certain military warehouses and barracks during the Byzantine period; In the Ottoman period, it was used to grow flowers for the Topkapı Palace. It awaits its visitors with its beautiful gardens, flowers, outdoor cafes and pools. You can access to the Gülhane Park just within 10 minutes by using the T1 Cevizlibağ – Kabataş tram line.
HISTORICAL EMİNÖNÜ FISHERMEN / 4 KM
You can visit the Historical Eminönü Fishermen who have been serving in Eminönü for years, and taste grilled fish sandwich and other local snacks in the area overlooking the coast. You can go to the Historical Eminönü Fishermen within 15 minutes from our hotel by using the T1 Cevizlibağ – Kabataş tram line.
SPICE BAZAAR / 4 KM
You can find many special Turkish products such as spices, Turkish delights, herbal medicines, coffees and souvenirs in the Spice Bazaar located in Eminönü, one of the oldest indoor bazaars in Istanbul. You can access to the Spice Bazaar from our hotel within 15 minutes by using the T1 Cevizlibağ-Kabataş tram line.
GALATA TOWER / 6 KM
The Galata Tower, which is recognized as one of the oldest towers in the world, is also one of the buildings that attract the highest number of tourists in Istanbul. When you climb to the top of the tower, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Golden Horn and the Bosphorus.
TAKSIM SQUARE / 7 KM
Taksim Square, where the Republic Monument is located, is an all-time vibrant nightlife, shopping and restaurants district. The nostalgic trams serving along the closed Istiklal Street can give you a taste of time travel.
GALATAPORT / 6 KM
You can enjoy shopping to the full at the recently-opened GalataPort shopping center, which has become the new popular venue in Istanbul.
KARAKÖY / 5.5 KM
Karaköy, one of the oldest trade centers, is a port district that is also home to many entertainment spots today. In addition to the areas such as the Galataport and the Karaköy Fishermen, it is also very close to the locations such as Sirkeci, Eminönü, Sultanahmet and Kabataş.
DOLMABAHÇE PALACE / 11 KM
The magnificent palace, where Mustafa Kemal Atatürk passed away, has been the focus of many local and foreign tourists for years. In the palace, which attracts immense attention due to its architectural structure, you can visit the room where Atatürk lived his last moments.
ORTAKÖY / 12 KM
Ortaköy, one of the oldest districts in Istanbul, is a district that is home to a mixture of many different cultures. You can enjoy the Bosphorus view to the full in Ortaköy, which is filled with the Jewish, Turkish, Armenian and Greek buildings.
BEBEK / 12.5 KM
Bebek, one of the oldest coastal settlements on the Bosphorus, is located between Rumeli Fortress and Arnavutköy. The places, where you can view the Bosphorus from the best angle, are the favorite spots for many tourists. You can access to Bebek from our hotel within 20 minutes by using public transportation vehicles or taxi.
YILDIZ PARK / 11.5 KM
The Yıldız Park, located in Beşiktaş district, was known as part of the imperial garden of the Yıldız Palace. You can relieve your tiredness in the Yıldız Park, which you can visit as free of charge. You can access to the Yıldız Park, which is a destination for many people with its recreational areas, within 15 minutes from our hotel.
FATİH MOSQUE / 4 KM
The Fatih Mosque and its Social Complex that was built upon the instruction of Mehmed II contains 16 social complexes, madrasah, hospital, soup kitchen, library and Turkish bath. The Fatih Mosque, built on one of the seven hills of the city, hosts thousands of local and foreign tourists every year. You can easily access to the Fatih Mosque, which is only 5 minutes from our hotel, by using the public transportation vehicles or taxi.
PİERRE LOTİ / 3 KM
Located right next to the Eyüp Sultan Mosque; the Pierre Loti is a hill overlooking the Golden Horn. The Pierre Loti, named after the French writer Julien Viaud, who settled in Istanbul in 1876 and frequently visited a coffeehouse on this hill, awaits its visitors with its magnificent view.
BALAT / 4.5 KM
Balat, one of the oldest districts in Istanbul, is a home to the Jewish, Greek and Armenian communities. Many patriarchs that are accepted as important for Greeks are also located in Balat. Balat, on the coast of the Golden Horn, has become a popular tourist attraction thanks to its magnificent view as well as its historical buildings. You can access to Balat from our hotel within 10 minutes by using public transportation vehicles or taxi.
FENER GREEK PATRIARCH / 4.5 KM
The Fener Greek Patriarch, located in the back streets of the Balat district, is one of the religious centers of the Orthodox Christian Community. The building, which is still serving as a church, is a popular tourist attraction.
FORUM ISTANBUL SHOPPING CENTER / 4.5 KM
The Forum Istanbul Shopping Center, one of the first and the largest shopping malls in Istanbul, is a popular attraction for the people living in Istanbul and for the tourists, with its hundreds of shops and restaurants. You can easily access from our hotel to the Forum Istanbul Shopping Center, which is 10 minutes away by using public transportation vehicles or taxi.
MARMARA FORUM SHOPPING CENTER / 2 KM
The Marmara Forum, one of the largest shopping centers in Istanbul, hosts world-famous brands and provides you and your family with the opportunity to spend an enjoyable day with its event areas such as a cinema and a children’s playground.
ISTANBUL AIRPORT / 34 KM
The Istanbul Airport, which started to operate with full capacity in 2019 and which is recognized as one of the largest airports in the world, is a global hub for transfers between the continents of Asia, Africa and Europe. The Uranus Istanbul Topkapı Hotel, the symbol of international service and traditional Turkish hospitality, is the closest deluxe hotel to the new Istanbul Airport.
ZEYTİNBURNU MEDICINAL PLANTS GARDEN / 1 KM
This garden, which is the only medicinal plants garden in Turkey, was established on a 14-decare land and was opened in 2005. If you are interested in natural plants, you can buy plants in this garden, where you can have an enjoyable time with plenty of oxygen and hundreds of plants.
BAKIRKÖY BOTANICAL PARK / 3 KM
You can enjoy the nature in this area, which includes 11 thematic gardens, playgrounds, social facilities, an 8-meter high waterfall, 5 pegasus horses and the Atatürk and child-themed statues.
MİNİATURK / 4.5 KM
It is the largest miniature park in the world, where the models of various buildings in Turkey are exhibited. In the Miniatürk located on the shores of the Golden Horn, you can see all the structures that you want to see in Turkey. You should definitely visit the Miniatürk, which is only 7 minutes away from our hotel.
ISTANBUL TEMA PARK / 8.5 KM
The Tema Park, one of the few playgrounds in the world, is a magnificent area in terms of its visual richness. Providing services at quite affordable prices, the playground appeals not only to children but also to adults.
EMİRGAN GROVE / 15 KM
The Emirgan Grove, located in the Emirgan-İstinye districts on the shores of the Bosphorus, welcomes its guests with its excellent location and unique nature. The Tulip Festival, which is celebrated every year with the White Pavilion, Pink Pavilion and Yellow Pavilion, attracts the attention of many local and foreign tourists. You can access to this area from our hotel within 30 minutes by using public transportation vehicles or taxi.
ATATURK ARBORETUM / 22 KM
The Atatürk Arboretum, a huge living museum of trees spread over an area of 296 hectares, is one of the rare spots in the world that has an incredibly high number of tree species. This area, where you can find peace within its magnificent nature, is 30 minutes away from our hotel.
SAPPHİRE TOWER / 13 KM
The Sapphire Tower, located at the Istanbul Sapphire Shopping Center, is the 17th largest building in Europe and the largest building in Istanbul. After enjoying the observation experience at the Sapphire Tower, where you can view Istanbul at 360 degrees; you can complete your shopping at the Sapphire Shopping Center located on the lower floors. You should definitely see the Sapphire Tower, which is 15 minutes away from our hotel by using public transportation vehicles or taxi.
BELGRADE FOREST / 26 KM
It is possible to observe the different types of mammals and trees in the Belgrad Forest, which covers an area of 5,500 hectares and which dates back to the Ottoman Period.
VADİ İSTANBUL / 15 KM
There are more than 270 shops at the Vadi Istanbul, one of the largest shopping centers in Istanbul. As it is surrounded by trees, it is very rich in terms of clean air. Thanks to the social amenities inside the shopping center, it has become a popular attraction for the people living in Istanbul.
RUMELİ FORTRESS / 18 KM
The Rumeli Fortress, located right opposite the Anatolian Fortress, overlooking the Bosphorus, was built upon the instruction of Fatih Sultan Mehmet within 4 months during the conquest of Istanbul against the possible dangers from the Black Sea. You should definitely visit this historical spot, where you can view many different locations in Istanbul. The Rumeli Fortress is only 30 minutes away from our hotel.
OTAĞTEPE FATIH GROVE / 21 KM
The Otağtepe Park, located on the Anatolian Side of the city and where you can view the Bosphorus most clearly, will fill you with peace. It is a popular tourist attraction due to its forest and a social facility. You should definitely visit the Otağtepe Park, which is 30 minutes away from our hotel by using public transportation vehicles or taxi.
MAIDEN’S TOWER / 11 KM
The Maiden’s Tower, which is the subject of many different legends and rumors, is located in the middle of the Bosphorus, and was built on an islet off the coast of Salacak. To access to the Maiden’s Tower, which is clearly visible and can be visited from the Anatolian Side of the city, you can use the T1 Cevizlibağ – Kabataş tram line next to our hotel to go to Eminönü, and from there you can take the ferries to Üsküdar.
BURGAZADA
The Burgazada, the third largest island among the Prince Islands, offers its guests a quite different appearance than the other islands due to having a round shape. You can see many historical buildings on the island covered with the red pine forest, and swim on its clean beaches. To access to the island, you can use the T1 Cevizlibağ – Kabataş tram line located next to our hotel. You can go to the Burgazada by using the ferries from Eminönü or Kabataş.
KINALIADA
The Kınalıada, which is the closest island to Istanbul among the group of islands known as the Prince Islands in the Marmara Sea, is a popular attraction for many local and foreign tourists thanks to its historical buildings and beaches. You can easily access to the Kınalıada by using the T1 Cevizlibağ – Kabataş tram line located next to our hotel, and then take the ferries from Eminönü or Kabataş.
HEYBELİADA
On the Heybeliada, the second largest island among the Prince Islands, you can visit the following places such as the Heybeliada Seminary, İnönü House Museum, Değirmenburnu Natural Park, Terk-i Dünya Monastery, and you can sunbathe on the beaches. To access to the Heybeliada from our hotel, you can use the T1 Cevizlibağ – Kabataş tram line and then take the ferries from Eminönü or Kabataş.
BÜYÜKADA
The Büyükada, the largest island among the Prince Islands, is one of the islands offering many different beauties. It is a popular tourist attraction due to the spots such as the Büyükada Beach, Clock Square, Island Bazaar, Museums, Yücetepe and Adatepe. To access to the Büyükada, you can use the T1 Cevizlibağ – Kabataş tram line located right next to our hotel and then take the ferries from Eminönü or Kabataş.
