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Kadikoy is a business-friendly neighborhood that's popular for its restaurants and bars. Many visitors come for its beautiful outdoor settings, especially the sea. Start by booking your hotel in Kadikoy, and then enjoy the sights in the greater Istanbul area.

Sightseeing around Kadikoy

The area's storied past is told through the monuments and historic sites. The local culture at Istanbul Toy Museum, Sureyya Opera House, and Florence Nightingale Museum might be just what you're looking for. Ayse Sultan Fountain, Fountain of Ahmet III, and Maiden's Tower are significant monuments. Learn about the local history at Moda Quay, Cinili Bath, and Topkapi Palace. Be sure to get some family photos at Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam, Suada Island, and Miniaturk.

There's plenty to do in the area, such as shopping, boating, and being pampered at a spa. Soak up some sun at Suadiye Beach, Yorukali Beach, and Florya Beach. You can take some time to enjoy the outdoors at Turkbalon, Camlica Hill, and Gulhane Park. For retail therapy, consider Optimum Shopping Mall, Palladium Shopping Mall, and Capitol Mall, and seek out the perfect souvenir. You won't be disappointed visiting other sights like Kalamıs and Fenerbahce Marina, Sukru Saracoglu Stadium, or Kadikoy Port.

Some of the most popular attractions in the area include Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Basilica Cistern. You can also stop by Bostanci Port, Fountain of Sultan Ahmed III, and Hagia Irene.

Getting around Kadikoy

If you want to get around the city, Kilise Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Bahariye Station and Moda İIkokulu Station. To see the sights outside of town, hop aboard a train. Istanbul Feneryolu Station is the closet train station, but Istanbul Kiziltoprak Station and Istanbul Sogutlucesme Station are also nearby. If you want to explore what's across the water, take a ferry from the marina.

The closest major airport is Istanbul (IST-Ataturk Intl.), located 12 miles (19.3 km) from Kadikoy. The next closest airport is Istanbul (SAW-Sabiha Gokcen Intl.), located 14.6 miles (23.5 km) away.