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Küçüksu Pavilion

Küçüksu Caddesi, Göksu, İstanbul

Description

Küçüksu Pavilion was a summer residence used by the Ottoman sultans mostly for short stays during hunting trips. It lays upstream from Istanbul along the Asian shore of the Bosphorus, close to the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge (the 2nd Bosphorus Bridge). It was commissioned by Sultan Abd-ul-Mejid I and designed in neo-Baroque style by the Balyan architects (father & son) in the 1850's and the sea-facing facade was embellished further in the following decades. The building has two floors plus a basement and is surrounded by cast iron railings.

Access & Transport

The Pavilion is about 1km south of the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge. There are no public transport options besides buses/minibus from Üsküdar. There is a carpark opposite the monument.

Instructions & Recommendations

We suggest combining this activity with a visit of Rumeli Fortress on the opposite shore.

Meta review

The Pavilion isn't as well known as the Dolmabahçe and Beylerbeyi Palaces, and online reviews confirm that although it bears many architectural similarities, it looks small in comparison. The amazing views, ornate facade and plush interior make it a worthwhile visit but probably not a must see for a traveller with limited time in Istanbul. Unfortunately, no pictures allowed inside.

Environmental & Social

Environmentally neutral except for the electricity consumption. Visits help preserve the city's cultural and architectural heritage

Conclusion

The Küçüksu Pavilion is a nice addition to those with spare time in the city and keen on architectural attractions. It is also the perfect excuse to discover the Asian side of the Bosphorus beyond Üsküdar - best to think about it this way and plan your route accordingly rather than as a destination unto itself.

Key positive

Beautiful facade and waterside setting

Not crowded

Key negative

Quite small

A little time consuming to get to and limited public transport options

Suitability

It is unclear if the Palace is fully wheelchair accessible, we do not think it is the case.

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

May 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
Last admission is 1h before closing

av. transport time:0h 45m

est. visit time:1h 15m

Regulated hours

Monday -

Tuesday09:00 - 17:00

Wednesday09:00 - 17:00

Thursday09:00 - 17:00

Friday09:00 - 17:00

Saturday09:00 - 17:00

Sunday09:00 - 17:00

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
TRY 100
Adult
18 - 64
TRY 100
Teen & Young
8 - 17
TRY 50
Child
3 - 7
TRY 0
Infant
0 - 2
TRY 0

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