Beşiktaş, with a population of more than 180 thousand, is known as one of the oldest districts of Istanbul. Located on the Rumeli side, this district has 23 neighborhoods in total. Beşiktaş was called the district of the Captains of the Ottoman period.
Geographical Structure of Besiktas
Located on the European side of Istanbul, Beşiktaş is situated on an area of 1520 hectares. Sarıyer District lies to the west and Beyoğlu to the south.
Besiktas Attractions
Beşiktaş has a coast of Marmara Sea with a length of approximately 8 km. There are many places to visit, especially the coast. Some of them are as follows;
- Besiktas Bazaar
Beşiktaş Bazaar, known as the heart of the neighborhood, is one of the most active places in Istanbul. There are dozens of shopkeepers in this place, which is also known as the place of Beşiktaş football team's fans. Here you can meet your shopping and eating and drinking needs.
- Besiktas Pier
There are many ruins from the old times in this place where the city ferries operate. One of the most popular of these are the tiles made by Architect Ali Talat Bey.
- Beşiktaş Beach and Beşiktaş Square
This place, where there are usually quite a lot of entertainment venues, is the perfect place for you to have a pleasant time. Plus, it is possible to spend time on the beach with a beautiful view of the sea and the Bosphorus.
- Barbaros Hayrettin Pasha Mausoleum and Memorial Statue
Barbaros, who was a pirate captain during the Ottoman period, was appointed as Captain-Derya by the Ottoman Empire. Known as Barbarossa (red beard) in Europe, this captain is known as one of the best captains ever. Many artifacts are exhibited in the mausoleum established in Beşiktaş to keep his name alive. It is possible to visit this mausoleum every weekday between 10.00 - 12.00, 14.00 - 16.00.
- Maritime Museum
Seafaring was very important in this district, which was the district of Captains and Marines. There are many unique artifacts in this museum, which is one of the few museums related to the sea in Turkey and the world. The section that attracts the most attention of people who come to visit this museum is the Sultan Boats section with decorated boats and the Atatürk Room.
- Dolmabahce Palace
Dolmabahçe Palace, located in one of the most beautiful locations on the Bosphorus, is one of the most popular places to visit, just like Topkapi Palace. This place, which attracts all eyes with its excellent architecture, is one of the top places to visit in Beşiktaş.
- Ciragan Palace
Completed in 1874 during the reign of Sultan Abdülaziz, this palace is located between Beşiktaş and Ortaköy. Today, this palace serves as a hotel. In addition, you can have a nice weekend by taking advantage of the weekend breakfast service by taking advantage of the restaurant.
How to get to Beşiktaş?
It is possible to reach Beşiktaş, one of the first districts that come to mind when it comes to Istanbul, by road and sea. In addition, there are minibuses and minibuses in almost all of the surrounding districts. You can reach Beşiktaş by using these transportation routes or by IETT Municipal Buses, private boats and City Line Ferries.
Nightlife in Besiktas
It is one of the most popular places on the European side of Istanbul in terms of nightlife. There are many quality level restaurants, bars and cafes in Beşiktaş, whose nightlife is quite fun and colorful.
