Great port! Practically in the center of Istanbul. Nearby are Topkapi and the whole old town with its flavor. The Egyptian bazaar is within walking distance, with sweets, gold, teas and other things and small things. If the spirit of adventurism is present, you can wander endlessly through the shopping streets in search of something that only you need. Turks are trading, but not in the same way as before, and the difficult economic situation is weighing on the oriental flavor.
The location of the port is very convenient for tourists, as it is located almost 10-15 minutes walk from tourist attractions.
You can immediately climb through the Gulhane gardens to Topkapi Palace, and then walk a little way to the Cistern, Hagia Sophia Temple and mosque, the square with Egyptian columns.
It is also 10-15 minutes away and you can walk to the embankment and Galata Bridge.
Small, cozy. It is equipped with a nearby infrastructure - a restaurant on the one hand, public toilets on the other (according to the Istanbul 5 lira map), clean everywhere. They work perfectly at the border. Near the park, near the train station and metro
The port is in close proximity to all the attractions. Gulhane Park starts right across the street, passing through it you get to the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia Cathedral. If you go to the right along the embankment, you can come to the Galata Bridge, to the Egyptian Bazaar, to the exchangers, to the pier from which river trams depart along the Bosphorus. It is also very pleasant to be in the port itself- peace and quiet, places of rest. You can look at Istanbul, at the bridges, enjoy the sun and the Bosphorus.
The port is simple and hassle-free, with world-famous attractions nearby, as well as a park with the Topkapi Palace complex. Cruise ships stop right here, conveniently, close, and you won't get lost.
It's a very convenient port: you get out and Gulhane Park and Top Cape are right across the street. Everything is within walking distance: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, Galata Bridge. There is a very good fish market with cool restaurants nearby on the Marmara Sea. Much better than under the Galata Bridge.
The port is in close proximity to the main attractions of Istanbul, within walking distance of Topkapi, Hagia Sophia, Grand Bazaar, Sultanahmet Mosque, Suleymaniye, Galata Bridge
While moored, I thought it was somewhere far from the center. And then it turns out to be the best place to explore the city. The famous Grand Bazaar, Egyptian Market, Blue and St. Sophia Mosques, etc. are within walking distance.
Oh, I really liked it.
Everything is fast and clear. No more delays. I attached the barcode and go. Even to the city, even out of the city.
Like everywhere else, it's clean.
The place is comfortable and beautiful. All the sights of the city are within walking distance. And if your legs are tired, it's not expensive to take a taxi to the port.
The port is conveniently located. There is a place to walk nearby. And enjoy the spirit of Istanbul. You can buy wonderful coffee, and the sweets are amazing. I didn't regret it. There is a public transport stop nearby. You can go to the other side of the Bosphorus. And I want to note the very friendly attitude of the locals. Not a single negative. Maybe I was lucky!?!
Istanbul is a magnificent city and of course you can not help but see the Bosphorus Canal, it is in this port that huge liners are moored!
We came to this port after walking through Gulhane Park, looking at thousands of tulips!
A very convenient port in the center of Istanbul in the Golden Horn Bay. Many attractions can be reached on foot - Topkapi, Basilica and Feodosiya Cistern, Gulhane Park and others. There is also a railway station nearby. Beautiful view of Galata.
Istanbul cool LLC)I really liked the old town, all these narrow streets, merchants on every corner)the atmosphere is cool)the port also liked Soaz's exit to the city) I crossed the road and soaz got into the park)great
A huge plus is the location next to Gulhane Park. The main attractions are within easy reach from here. Of course, there are no shopping malls and restaurants. But, by and large, this is not required from the port.
Excellent location, you can walk to the Galata Bridge along Kennedy Street in 5 minutes, and to the main attractions in 20 minutes through an underground passage, go directly past the Egyptian market ( paying attention to the signs) For those who travel on a liner, the location is simply amazing .
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April 29
We visited Astoria Grande in April 2025. The ideal place for tourists is within walking distance of 100 meters Gulhane Park, which is within easy reach of Topkapi, Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet.
There is a pedestrian bridge nearby and you can cross the Golden Horn to Dolmabahce and Besiktas.
Well, it's too much to call a port, it's a marina for cruise liners. The building looks more like a hangar, but the security and border control are all as they should be.
Very beautiful! Even the air has an unforgettable special delicious smell. I liked everything. A wonderful country! Wonderful people! In my heart forever💖💖💖
Super, from the port you can easily walk through the park to all the ancient sights, even without much knowledge of the city, take the T1 tram and drive through the Bosphorus
Very close to Hagia Sophia, Topkapi, the old town - within walking distance, even if you are not mobile enough, you can walk. There is an embankment and a park nearby. Nicely.
Very convenient location of the port for walking when leaving the cruise ship. Gulhane Park and Topkapi are right across the street. About 40 minutes walk to Galata Tower and Istiklal along the embankment.
A convenient port, in fact, everything is well organized, small vessels constantly ply. In Turkey, water transport is in high demand, so the port works great.
It's beautiful, but not like at home) The flags of Turkey are striking.. they are everywhere: small, big, huge, on houses, spires, on clubs.. everywhere. Which is what I wish for us)
You won't see any beautiful glass building here. But in general, it is convenient, the port is in the city, there is a transport hub nearby and the opportunity to leave. There are a lot of restaurants nearby, and what else does a tired traveler need? :)) and relatively close to the old center of Istanbul.
Close to the city. Do not take any excursions, it takes 15 minutes to get to the Egyptian Market, and there the Blue Mosque and St. Sophia Cathedral, and the Basilica cistern are 20 minutes away.
Convenient location. Cafe and park - everything is convenient
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July 31, 2024
Probably the most convenient port (pier), got off the ship and immediately finds himself in the city. Very close to a large square, you can use a tram, a tourist bus, rides along the big ring, across the bridge from Asia to Europe. You won't see much, but you can walk back, about 8km, and take a closer look around.
A dirty port, without any infrastructure, unkempt. An ordinary marina. But there are many attractions nearby within walking distance. Taxis reluctantly come here, stop in front of the Galata Bridge and continue on foot. Taxis are very expensive near the port, it is better to move away from it a little.
I can't call it a port, it's just a place where it's very dirty and there are just people there who pretend to work. No conditions, just a frame that you go through and no one cares about you
I really liked the park right opposite the exit from the pier - there is a place to eat, a lot of shade from trees, wide enough sidewalks so as not to interfere with other passers-by