Best things to do in Beykoz

Beykoz Unmissables

Beykoz combines historical sites with natural retreats on Istanbul's Asian side. Highlights include the Byzantine ruins of Yoros Castle and the 14th-century Riva Castle. Visitors can explore the Polish heritage of Polonezköy or take a ferry to Anadolu Kavağı and Kanlıca, the latter famous for its traditional yogurt. The area offers expansive green spaces like Otağtepe Fatih Korusu and Mihrabat Grove, providing panoramic views of the Bosphorus and the Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge, one of the world's tallest suspension bridges.

Beykoz Unmissables — Map

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Polonezköy

Polonezköy or Adampol is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Beykoz, Istanbul Province, Turkey. Its population is 346.

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Yoros Castle

Yoros Castle is a ruined castle dating back to Byzantine times that stands above the confluence of the Bosphorus and the Black Sea, to the…

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Anadolu Kavağı

A traditional fishing village at the northern end of the Bosphorus, serving as a major ferry terminal. It is known for its seafood restaurants and proximity to the Yoros Castle ruins.

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Kanlıca İskelesi

Historic ferry terminal on the Bosphorus, famous for the local creamy yogurt served with powdered sugar at the nearby waterfront cafes.

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Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge

The Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge is a bridge for rail and motor vehicle transit over the Bosphorus strait, to the north of two existing…

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Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge

The Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge is a bridge for rail and motor vehicle transit over the Bosphorus strait, to the north of two existing…

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Mihrabat Cafe

Situated within Mihrabat Grove, this venue provides panoramic views of the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge and the Rumeli Fortress on the opposite shore.

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Otağtepe Fatih Korusu

A botanical park offering elevated views of the Bosphorus and the suspension bridges. Historically, the site served as a strategic vantage point for Ottoman military camps.

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Riva Kalesi

A coastal fortification of Byzantine origin located where the Riva River meets the Black Sea, used historically to defend the northern entrance to the Bosphorus.

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Poyrazköy Beach

This sandy beach is one of the few female-only beaches around Istanbul. Head for a great girls' day out!