Discover Fatih
45 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Hagia Sophia Mosque
A historic monument with a mix of Byzantine and Ottoman architectural styles. Its interior and exterior offer numerous photo opportunities.
Topkapi Palace
A former imperial palace with stunning architecture and gardens, Topkapi Palace offers a wealth of opportunities for capturing historical and architectural beauty.
Hagia Sofia
Hagia Sophia is a historic and architecturally significant site in Istanbul, offering a blend of Byzantine and Ottoman styles. Its interior is particularly striking with extensive mosaics and stunning domes.
Blue Mosque
One of the most visually stunning mosques in the world, the Blue Mosque is a photographer's dream. Its six minarets and blue tiles make it a prime subject for capturing architectural beauty during sunrise or sunset.
Sultanahmet Square
A historic hub surrounded by iconic landmarks like Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet Square offers a wealth of architectural and historical photography opportunities.
Eminönü Square
A bustling square in the heart of Istanbul, famous for its vibrant markets and waterfront views, ideal for street and landscape photography.
Grand Bazaar
The Grand Bazaar is one of the oldest covered markets in the world, offering a kaleidoscope of colors and textures with its diverse shops and stalls.
Mısır Çarşısı (Spice Bazaar)
A colorful and lively bazaar filled with vendors and spices, offering excellent opportunities for street and lifestyle photography.
Sultanahmet Archaeological Park
Located between Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, this park offers a serene setting with a fountain that beautifully frames the nearby landmarks.
Nova Şantiye Cafe Rooftop
Located in the Grand Bazaar area but accessible from Eyüp, this rooftop offers great views of the city, ideal for landscape photography.
Bosphorus Ferry Route
Taking a ferry along the Bosphorus offers breathtaking views of Istanbul's coastline and famous landmarks.
Balat Neighborhood
Known for its colorful houses and historic architecture, Balat is a charming area for capturing street scenes, architecture, and portraits.
Kiremit Street
Known for its colorful houses and narrow streets, offering unique opportunities for capturing urban architecture and street scenes.
Sehzade Mosque
One of the oldest and most beautiful Ottoman mosques in Istanbul, offering excellent architecture photography opportunities.
Balat
A charming neighborhood filled with colorful houses, making it a photographer's paradise for street and architecture photography.
Spice Bazaar
A bustling marketplace filled with colorful stalls selling spices, sweets, and souvenirs, offering vibrant street photography opportunities.
Sultanahmet Arkeolojik Park
Situated between Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, this park offers serene views of these iconic landmarks. It's ideal for capturing reflections in the fountain and candid moments of people relaxing.
Fatih Mosque
Built in 1463, this mosque is one of the largest in Istanbul and offers a unique insight into Ottoman architecture.
Fatih Neighborhood
A historic neighborhood with a mix of old and new architecture, offering opportunities for capturing urban and cultural scenes.
Valide Sultan Mosque
A beautiful mosque in the heart of Istanbul, offering architectural and cultural photography opportunities.
Irkçılar Street Market
A lively local market filled with colorful stalls and vibrant street life. It's ideal for capturing street photography,local culture, and markets.
Kazlıçeşme Market
A bustling local market area with colorful stalls and vibrant street life. It's ideal for capturing street and market photography.
Kazlıçeşme Historical Buildings
Historic buildings in Kazlıçeşme, offering unique architectural photography opportunities, especially during soft light hours.
Kizilay Street
A vibrant street filled with shops, cafes, and street performers. It's a good spot for street photography and capturing local culture.
Gülhane Park
A tranquil oasis in the heart of Istanbul, Gülhane Park offers opportunities for nature and action photography. Its lush gardens and fountains are perfect for relaxation and creative shots.
Istanbul University
A historic university with beautiful architecture and a lively campus, perfect for capturing educational scenes and street life.
Kazlıçeşme Coastal Walkway
A scenic walkway along the Marmara Sea coastline, offering views of the sea and cityscape. It's ideal for capturing seascapes and urban landscapes.
Kazlıçeşme Dock
A docking area along the Marmara Sea, offering opportunities for maritime and landscape photography.
Kazlıçeşme Old Houses
Historic homes in Kazlıçeşme, offering architectural photography opportunities, especially during soft light hours.
Historical Zeytinburnu Waterfront
A scenic waterfront area offering views of both the sea and historic buildings. It's ideal for capturing architectural and scenic views.
Hurriyet Boulevard
A main thoroughfare lined with shops and cafes. It offers opportunities for street and urban landscape photography.
Gazi Mustafa Kemal Boulevard
A major boulevard lined with shops and cafes. It offers opportunities for street and urban landscape photography.
Tersane Avenue
A bustling commercial street lined with shops and cafes. It offers opportunities for street photography and capturing local life.
Kazlıçeşme Local Shops
A variety of local shops with colorful facades and vibrant street life. It's suitable for capturing street and architectural photography.
Nakkaşlar Street
A quiet residential street with historic houses. It offers opportunities for architectural and street photography.
Kazlıçeşme Train Station
A historic train station with architectural charm. It's suitable for capturing railway scenes and urban landscapes.
Zeytinburnu Community Center
A local community center with a mix of modern and traditional architecture. It's suitable for capturing street and urban landscape photography.
Marmara Sea Coastline
A scenic stretch of coastline offering views of the Marmara Sea and the surrounding landscape. It's perfect for capturing seascapes and the city's interaction with the sea.
7 Eylül Street Market
A small market area along 7 Eylül Street, offering opportunities for street and market photography.
Merkez Mosque
A local mosque offering architectural photography opportunities, especially during prayer times or religious events.
Kazlıçeşme Public Square
A community square offering opportunities for street and candid photography, capturing local life and interactions.
7 Eylül Street
A commercial street lined with shops and cafes. It offers opportunities for street and urban landscape photography.
Istanbul's Photography Quarter (Eminönü)
While not primarily a photography location, Eminönü's photographic quarter is a hub for camera enthusiasts and offers insights into the local photography culture.
Merkez Park
A small local park providing a quiet space amidst the bustling city. It's good for capturing nature and local life.
Gazi Mustafa Kemal Boulevard Park
A small park area along the boulevard, offering green spaces and a peaceful environment for nature photography.