What's Cagaloglu Like?
There's a lot visitors like about Cagaloglu, especially its shops and historical sites. Make sure to enjoy this family-friendly neighborhood's great restaurants. Learn about local heritage at landmarks like Egyptian Bazaar and New Mosque. There's plenty more to see, including Eminönü Square and Bab-i Ali Kapisi.
How to Get to Cagaloglu
Flying to:
- Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW), 19.2 mi (30.9 km) from Cagaloglu
- Istanbul Airport (IST), 20.8 mi (33.4 km) from Cagaloglu
Getting to Cagaloglu on Metro
Stations in the neighborhood include:
- Sirkeci Station
- Eminonu Station
Things to See and Do in and around Cagaloglu
What to See in Cagaloglu
- Eminönü Square
- New Mosque
- Bet Avraam Synagogue
- Sinan Pasa Turbesi
- Bab-i Ali Kapisi
Things to Do near Cagaloglu:
- Egyptian Bazaar (0.3 mi/0.4 km away)
- Grand Bazaar (0.4 mi/0.6 km away)
- Topkapi Palace (0.5 mi/0.8 km away)
- Istanbul Archaeology Museums (0.4 mi/0.6 km away)
- Turkish and Islamic Art Museum (0.5 mi/0.8 km away)
When Is the Best Time to Visit Istanbul?
- Hottest months: August, July, June, September (average 75°F)
- Coldest months: January, February, March, December (average 47°F)
- Rainiest months: January, December, October, February (average 3 inches of rainfall)