Camlica Hill
Camlica Hill
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Neighborhood: Uskudar
Home to more than half a million residents, Uskudar on the Asian side of the Bosphorus is one of Istanbul’s most densely populated neighborhoods. Once a Greek colony, later a haven for people from across the Mediterranean and the Middle East, this gateway to Asia has been an active and diverse hub for eons. Still, visitors to Uskudar are often more overcome by its myriad treasures than by its many thousand residents. And with fairytale settings such as the “Maiden’s Tower” as well as grand examples of Ottoman Era architecture, plenty of parks, a gorgeous and lengthy coastline, and some of Turkey’s holiest sites, there’s no end to the sightseeing possibilities. Easily reached from the city’s European shores via a steady network of ferries, time spent in Uskudar reveals a “real life” Istanbul that many who experience find extremely fascinating.
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7 contributions
Jul 2021 • Friends
The vıew from çamılca tower is amazing, breakfast comparing with the price i60vTL s ok. But not a good quality of food. Tourist service is un professional. Poor English. I tried to book tickets on line but due to system issues couldn't get through and was very difficult to e plain to them. You can buy ticket upon arrival but you have to pass by 4 desks! Generally Istanbul is a beautiful city but dealing with people makes you stressed all the time.
Written August 1, 2021
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Citio İstanbul
Istanbul, Türkiye9 contributions
May 2024 • Solo
Seeing Istanbul from Çamlıca Hill is like witnessing a breathtaking painting come to life. Standing at the top of the Çamlıca Tower, the city's beauty unfolds in a 360-degree panorama, offering a moment of pure magic. It's an experience that stays with you, a memory of Istanbul's grandeur etched in your heart.
Written June 14, 2024
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Husain M Husain
Manama, Bahrain373 contributions
Nov 2019
what a place, located in Uskudar in the Asian side of Istanbul.
it have that charming view of the Bosporus sea and all the European side.
The park is wonderful, you can see bride and groom coming over to take photos of their weddings.
The park has several playground for kids and some public chairs and tables for picnic.
Also there is a café and a restaurant, but it is averaged one and needs improvements.
however there are several restaurant before the entrance if you choose to dine here.
I recommend visiting the park then head to Kadikoy Bagdat street for dining.
it have that charming view of the Bosporus sea and all the European side.
The park is wonderful, you can see bride and groom coming over to take photos of their weddings.
The park has several playground for kids and some public chairs and tables for picnic.
Also there is a café and a restaurant, but it is averaged one and needs improvements.
however there are several restaurant before the entrance if you choose to dine here.
I recommend visiting the park then head to Kadikoy Bagdat street for dining.
Written September 23, 2020
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Jana Protic
Belgrade, Serbia155 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
What a view!!! Beautiful mosque, more beautiful, to me, than Hagia Sofia and Blue mosque... Amazing view and park to chill and just look at Istanbul from a hill. We accidentally found this, but I would add it as a must see in Istanbul.
Written August 17, 2020
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Tal_Hameed
Toronto, Canada440 contributions
Sep 2022
An amazing view of all of Istanbul right at the top of Camlica Hill to see all of Istanbul. There's a beautiful Mosque at the top too and is the highest point in the city. There's a good restaurant at the top too. Highly recommended.
Written February 20, 2023
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Ahmet s
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If you search a place that it has beautiful Park and perfect scenes, you must go to there. Also, it is a cool place. The transportation is very simple. You can come to USKUDAR by Boat and Marmaray easily. It doesn't take more than 30 minutes for passing from European Side to Asian Side. Then you should get on bus (11üs, 9üd, 15, 15d -bus' s names) you should get off in kısıklı station. You should walk about 10 minutes near Kısıklı Mosque. Indeed, You will see all of Istanbul. I hope so you like it :))
Written August 21, 2014
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edi1979
Visoko, Bosnia and Herzegovina138 contributions
Mar 2014 • Friends
From Kadikoy, take the bus 14 F to Camlica stop. Be prepared for 15 minutes steep walking up the hill but well worth it. The views are amazing. Make sure that you have a sunny day. You can have a lunch in one of few restaurants.
Written March 25, 2014
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Linda B
Fethiye, Mugla, Turkey13 contributions
Apr 2012 • Couples
We spent a lovely few hours in the sunshine people watching, eating and taking photos.
The views were amazing and the tulips were just beautiful, planted in lovely patterns for the Lale ( tulip) festival.
We got a ferry from Eminonu to Kadkoy then a 14f bus and a fellow passenger kindly advised us where to get off, about a 20 minute bus ride
The views were amazing and the tulips were just beautiful, planted in lovely patterns for the Lale ( tulip) festival.
We got a ferry from Eminonu to Kadkoy then a 14f bus and a fellow passenger kindly advised us where to get off, about a 20 minute bus ride
Written April 12, 2012
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Mohit
Noida, India338 contributions
Oct 2019
It's an uphill walk but really worth it.
How to reach -
1. Personal transport - There is ample parking space here so you won't have any problem bringing your car here.
2. Public transport - Take a ferry from Eminonu from the European side of Istanbul to Uskudar in Asian side. As soon as you come out of the dock, you will see a bus stand. Take bus number 15C and travel to the farthest point which is Camlica mosque. From here, it's a 15 minutes uphill walk to Camlica hill.
You can also reach here directly by bus or with the combination of marmaray and metro.
What to expect - Stunning view. This place is a picnic destination for locals. You will see a lot of families with food and drinks playing frisbee or catch. You can also look over to the entire European and Asian side of Istanbul from either side of the hill. It's a stunning view.
What to eat - There is a small snack shop here which serve a lot of dishes including gozleme, kebap, french fries, cookies, tea, etc. The prices were the cheapest we saw anywhere in Istanbul. Considering it was a tourist location we were assuming that the prices would be astronomical. But for 14 Lira we got 2 teas, a big plate of fries and a pack of 6 delicious cookies.
Sipping tea at the hill during the sunset looking at Bosphorus and the entire European side being lit up slowly was a really wonderful experience.
I would highly recommend tourists to visit this place.
How to reach -
1. Personal transport - There is ample parking space here so you won't have any problem bringing your car here.
2. Public transport - Take a ferry from Eminonu from the European side of Istanbul to Uskudar in Asian side. As soon as you come out of the dock, you will see a bus stand. Take bus number 15C and travel to the farthest point which is Camlica mosque. From here, it's a 15 minutes uphill walk to Camlica hill.
You can also reach here directly by bus or with the combination of marmaray and metro.
What to expect - Stunning view. This place is a picnic destination for locals. You will see a lot of families with food and drinks playing frisbee or catch. You can also look over to the entire European and Asian side of Istanbul from either side of the hill. It's a stunning view.
What to eat - There is a small snack shop here which serve a lot of dishes including gozleme, kebap, french fries, cookies, tea, etc. The prices were the cheapest we saw anywhere in Istanbul. Considering it was a tourist location we were assuming that the prices would be astronomical. But for 14 Lira we got 2 teas, a big plate of fries and a pack of 6 delicious cookies.
Sipping tea at the hill during the sunset looking at Bosphorus and the entire European side being lit up slowly was a really wonderful experience.
I would highly recommend tourists to visit this place.
Written October 10, 2019
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Manoul
Beirut, Lebanon766 contributions
Sep 2014 • Friends
Vistied for three times... you are in the highest point of Istanbul, you are in the center of the World.. Asia is on a side, Europe is on the other... you can access easily from anywhere in istanbul.. I always choose to come to Kadikoy, then take the bus 14F or 14K to access to the Hill... there are few restaurants there.. but the social area is great for tea or coffee & some simple sandwiches... Never never missed... It's one of the place you should go before to die.
Written September 13, 2014
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Çamlıca Tepesi, Üsküdar/Istanbul
Bonjour, comment je peut aller à Camlica ? j'ai vérifié google map et le transport commun s'arrête toujours avant la montée y a-t-il une solution?
Written July 23, 2021
Any advice on what to see in Kashmir
Written January 29, 2020
In Istanbul thinking of taking ferry across to IndyCar then on to kadikoy,
Written January 29, 2020
Where is the women's ablution area in Camlica Mosque?
Written November 29, 2019
Hello,
We were in the mosque,we had to go out to the internal yard take a right towards a door that leads to an elevator, the ablution area is two floors down.
There are signs at the entrance you can follow as well.
Since it is huge, it is hard to give directions
Written December 16, 2019
Hi
Hope everything goes well for you.
Unfortunately I don’t know which bus lane you should take. However from Taksim you can use the metro to Yenikapi. Then change it to Bulgurlu station which is the nearest station to Çamlıca.
Then you should ask someone to help you .
Written April 17, 2019
Hababam sınıfı müzesi de burada değil mi?
Written October 25, 2018
Hayır orada değil altuninizade tophanelioğlu cad üzerinde
Written October 25, 2018
I have my mother with me and she cannot walk for long time , and also a pregnant lady.. but I have a car .. is it hard for them to walk ? Is there long path to walk or I can park the car in a very close place so reach to the top without walking alot ?
Written August 16, 2018
There is a parking spot right next to the entrance of the cafe and restaurant where our tour coach parked. They serve ice cream, teas and coffees. As we were too tired to walk after a long day of walking around, we just took photos from the restaurant as it is on the top of Camlica Hill with superb views. You will be able to manage unless there is no parking and to park further away it may get too steep to climb up the hill.
Written August 18, 2018
abd shaban
Amman, Jordan
at which time we can visit it ? and how much it cost ? is it free ??
Written February 21, 2018
you can visit at any time during the day. there is less people there in the mornings, but at sunset you can see nice colors of the sky and sea. have a good time!!
Written February 23, 2018
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