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 Bet Avraam Synagogue.
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)
- Istanbul Archaeology Museums (0.4 mi/0.6 km away)
- Turkish and Islamic Art Museum (0.5 mi/0.8 km away)
- SALT Galata (0.7 mi/1.2 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)