Attractions For Fun with Family in istanbul
Istanbul is one of the most visited cities in the world and among the most populous. Historical buildings, Nature, Bosphorus Tours, are highly preferred by visitors. Also, fun attractions are the most visited places to make your Istanbul trip more memorable with many activities where you can spend an unforgettable pleasant time with your friends, children, family.
Legends Of Istanbul
If you want to learn about the Istanbul's legendary stories, Legends of Istanbul Show is for you. This show includes powerful visuals, cinematic storytelling, and music. The show reflects a cultural journey. Legends of Istanbul is a live performance. It shows the ancient spirit of the city.
The talented performers wear 15 different costumes. You will see the Curse of Medusa and the sparkling dance of Hürrem Sultan. You will travel from Galata to Hagia Sophia. With Istanbul E-pass, you can watch this magical show for free.
The show takes place at Yücel Arts Center, which is across the Hagia Sophia.
Istanbul Aquarium
If you want to have a different alternative to relax, Istanbul Aquarium offers its visitors everything. Located on the seashore in the Yesilkoy area, The Istanbul Aquarium has a shopping mall, restaurants, and the biggest aquarium in Istanbul. Compared with other museums, Istanbul Aquarium is one of the best not only in Turkiye and globally. You can see lots of different fish from all over the world, including piranhas, or experience the Amazon and feel with its original trees and animals or. All in all, a visit to Istanbul Aquarium is one of a kind experience.
Visit information: Istanbul Aquarium is open every day between 10.00-20.00.
How to get there
From Old City:
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Take the T1 tram to Sirkeci station.
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From the Sirkeci station, take the Marmaray line to Florya Istanbul Aquarium station.
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From the station, Istanbul Aquarium is within walking distance.
From Taksim:
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Take the funicular from the Taksim Square to Kabatas.
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From the Kabatas station, take the T1 to Sirkeci station.
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From the Sirkeci station, take the Marmaray line to Florya Istanbul Aquarium station.
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From the station, Istanbul Aquarium is within walking distance.
Sapphire Observation Deck
Located in the Levent area, Sapphire Shopping Mall offers its visitors one of the most beautiful views of Istanbul. Sapphire Obervation desk is 261 meters long. Sapphire Observation Deck gives the chance to capture the best pictures to its visitors with the views of the Bosphorus from its beginning to its end. While you may enjoy the endless views of the city, you can also try a 4D helicopter simulator with breathtaking animations of the historical building in Istanbul. Last but not least, Vista Restaurant serves fantastic meals to make this visit an of kind experience.
Visit information: Sapphire Observation Deck is in the Sapphire Shopping Mall, which operates every day between 10.00-22.00.
How to get there
From Old-City:
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Take the T1 to Kabatas station.
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From the Kabatas station, take the funicular to Taksim station.
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From the Taksim station, take the M2 to 4. Levent station.
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Sapphire Shopping Mall is within walking distance from the 4. Levent station.
From Taksim:
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Take the M2 from Taksim Square to 4.
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Levent station. Sapphire Shopping Mall is within walking distance from 4. Levent the station.
Istanbul Vialand Theme Park
Vialand Theme Park opened in the year 2013 with an investment value of 650 million dollars. With a massive investment like that, it became the biggest theme park in Istanbul and the top 10 in Europe after the construction. It offers shopping malls, restaurants, accommodation centers and many more. In the theme park, there are lots of different concepts suitable for every age group. Starting from the classic Merry Go Around to Drop Tower, from bumper cars to the Magical Room, 4D cinemas are some of the things you can enjoy inside Istanbul Vialand Theme Park.
Istanbul E-pass provides discount for Vialand Theme Park.
Visit information: Istanbul Theme Park is out off season at the moment.
How to go there
From Old-City:
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Take the T1 tram to Eminonu station.
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From the Eminonu station, take bus number 99Y from the big public bus station on the other side of the Galata Bridge to Maliye Bloklari station.
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From the Maliye Bloklari station, Istanbul Theme Park is within walking distance.
From Taksim:
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Take the funicular from the Taksim Square to Kabatas.
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From the Kabatas station, take the T1 tram to Eminonu station.
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From the Eminonu station, take bus number 99Y from the big public bus station on the other side of the Galata Bridge to Maliye Bloklari station.
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From the Maliye Bloklari station, IstanbulTheme Park is within walking distance.
Museum of Illusions Istanbul
Do you want to challenge your instincts and challenge them?The Istanbul Illusion Museum is an attraction center established to offer visitors a unique world of illusions. Museum of illusions opened in the year 2015 in Zagreb for the first time with this motto. After the Zagreb museum, there are 15 different museums of illusions in 15 different cities. Museum of illusions istanbul offers visitors from every age group and guarantees a good time, especially for families. There are many interesting sections such as infinity Room, The Ames Room, Tunnel, and Reverse House. Unlike other museums, photography and videos are allowed to increase the fun and make this visit unforgettable. In addition, there are gift shops and a cafeteria area in the museum.
Istanbul E-pass includes free entrance tickets for Museum of Illusions.
Visit information: The museum is open everyday between 11.00-20.00.
How to get there
From Old-City:
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Take the T1 to Eminonu station.
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From the Eminonu station, take bus number 66 from the big public bus station on the other side of the Galata Bridge to Sishane station.
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The museum is within walking distance from the Sishane station.
From Taksim:
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Take the M2 Metro from Taksim Square to Sishane station.
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The museum is within walking distance from the Sishane station.
Faruk Yalcin Zoo
Opened in 1993, Faruk Yalcin Zoo has more than 250 species with more than 3000 animal populations. Being a private initiative, Faruk Yalcin Zoo became the house of 62 kinds of animals in the danger of extinction and more than 400 plant kinds. This famous zoo attracts more than 500,000 visitors in a year, which 150,000 students brought for educational purposes. Faruk Yalcin Zoo is the biggest zoo with the number of animals accredited by the Ministry of Forestry in Turkey.
Visit information: Faruk Yalcin Zoo is temporarily closed.
How to get there
From Old-City:
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Take the T1 tram to Kabatas.
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From the Kabatas station, take the ferry to Uskudar.
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From the Cayiroglu station, take bus number 501 to Darica.
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From the Darica station, Faruk Yalcin Zoo is within walking distance.
From the Taksim hotels:
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Take the funicular from the Taksim Square to Kabatas.
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From the Kabatas station, take the ferry to Uskudar. From the Uskudar port, take the Harem-Gebze minibus to Cayiroglu.
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From the Cayiroglu station, take bus number 501 to Darica.
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From the Darica station, Faruk Yalcin Zoo is within walking distance.
Emaar Aquarium istanbul
Opened in the Asian side of Istanbul inside of one of the newest shopping malls of Istanbul, Emaar Aquarium offers more than 20.000 sea animals with 200 different kinds. Emaar Aquarium gives you the chance to see the animals in their natural living conditions with more than five different theme sections. With a tunnel 3.5 meters from the Aquarium, visitors have the chance to experience life underwater at 270 degrees.
Istanbul E-pass includes free entrance for Emaar Aquarium.
Visit information: Emaar Aquarium is open everyday between 10:00-21.15.
How to get there
From Old-City:
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Take the T1 tram to Kabatas station.
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From the Kabatas station, take a ferry to Uskudar.
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From Uskudar, it takes 10 minutes by taxi to Emaar Aquarium.
From Taksim:
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Take the funicular from the Taksim Square to Kabatas.
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From the Kabatas station, take a ferry to Uskudar.
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From Uskudar, it takes 10 minutes by taxi to Emaar Aquarium.
Xtrem Aventures Istanbul Zip Line
Serving for more than ten years worldwide, Xtrem Aventures opened its branch in istanbul Maslak UNiQ in 2015. in the Xtrem Aventures Park, there are tracks for age group 3-8, over eight years old, and adults. There are also 180 meters long Zipline Track, Quick Jump track that you can jump from 15 meters with a robe attached to you, rope sections in 4 different difficulty category and many more. if you want to challenge yourself while in istanbul, Xtrem Aventures is the right place.
Visit information: Xtrem Aventures is open everyday between 12.00-20.00.
How to get there
From Old-City:
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Take the T1 tram to Kabatas station.
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From the Kabatas station, take the bus number 41E to Maslak Kultur Merkezi station.
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Xtrem Adventures is within walking distance of the station.
From Taksim:
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Take the funicular from the Taksim Square to Kabatas.
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From the Kabatas station, take the bus number 41E to Maslak Kultur Merkezi station.
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Xtrem Adventures is within walking distance of the station.
Viasea Lionpark istanbul
Opened in 2018, Viasea Lionpark is home to 30 different wild cats with ten different kinds. Amongst what you can see in this theme park are lions, tigers, leopards, and jaguars. Viasea Lionpark is also home to some endangered species, such as White Lion. With a decreasing number of 30 worldwide, 5 White Lions are under Viasea Lion Park's protection. Besides seeing the lions, you can also feed them and take pictures with them in Viasea Lion park.
Istanbul E-pass provides free entrance to the Viasea Lionpark.
Visit information: Viasea Lionpark is open everyday between 10:00-18:00.
How to get there
From Old-City:
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Take the T1 to Sirkeci station.
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From the Sirkeci station, take the MARMARAY to Tuzla station.
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From the Tuzla station, take bus number C-109 to Viaport Marina station.
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Viasea Lionpark is within walking distance from the Viaport Marina station.
From Taksim:
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Take the funicular from the Taksim Square to Kabatas.
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From the Kabatas station, take the T1 tram to Sirkeci station.
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From the Sirkeci station, take the MARMARAY to Tuzla station.
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From the Tuzla station, take bus number C-109 to Viaport Marina station.
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Viasea Lionpark is within walking distance from the Viaport Marina station.
Besiktas Stadium
If you are a fan of soccer & football, this tour is a must to do in Istanbul. Being the oldest sports club in Turkey, Besiktas Football and Gymnastic. BJK opened its doors to supporters and football lovers worldwide to enjoy its venue, Vodafone Park. in this tour, you can see the press tribune, press lodge, administration offices, changing rooms, and pitch accompanied by an official guide of the club. With the help of the Green Box technology, you can take pictures of yourself with your favorite players and backgrounds.
Visit information: The stadium tour is available everyday except on Mondays and for match days and national/religious holidays.
How to get there
From Old-City:
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Take the T1 tram to Kabatas station.
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From the Kabatas station, the stadium is within walking distance.
From Taksim:
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Take the funicular from the Taksim Square to Kabatas.
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From the Kabatas station, the stadium is within walking distance.
Fenerbahce Stadium Tour
Being one of the biggest football clubs in Turkey, Fenerbacce football stadium is waiting for its guest for a different stadium experience. Located in the Asian side of istanbul, Fenerbahce Football stadium is the 4th biggest stadium in Turkey. You can join the tour to see the history of the football club opened in the year 1907. Collections are starting from the important players, trophies, notable coaches and presidents, and many more. Furthermore, for a different experience, you can contact us for ViP tours to celebrate birthdays or special events.
Visit information: The tour is available every weekday between 10:30-16:30.
How to get there
From Old-City:
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Take the T1 to Kabatas station.
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From the Kabatas station, take the ferry to Uskudar.
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From the Uskudar station, take the MARMARAY to Sogutlu Cesme station.
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From the Sogutlu Cesme station, the stadium is within walking distance.
From Taksim:
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Take the funicular from the Taksim Square to Kabatas.
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From the Kabatas station, take the ferry to Uskudar.
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From the Uskudar station, take the MARMARAY to Sogutlu Cesme station.
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From the Sogutlu Cesme station, the stadium is within walking distance.
The Final Word
There are plenty of fun attractions in Istanbul to visit. You can enjoy some of the main fun attractions with family in Istanbul for free of with Istanbul E-pass.