Yildiz Park
A Historical and Natural Gem in Istanbul
Yıldız Park is a historical and natural park located in the Beşiktaş district of Istanbul, Turkey. The park was used as the garden of the Yıldız Palace and was opened to the public in the 19th century by Sultan Abdülhamid. Yıldız Park covers an area of 46.7 hectares and is home to a variety of tree and plant species.
The park is considered one of Istanbuls largest and most beautiful parks. The park has walking paths, picnic areas, childrens playgrounds, and sports facilities. The park also houses important structures such as the historic Yıldız Palace and the Çadır Köşkü. These structures are notable for their architectural features and historical significance from the Ottoman period. Yıldız Park welcomes thousands of visitors each year.
It is a large grove covering the hillsides between besiktas and Ortakoy. This area, commonly known as Yildiz Park, is the outer grove of Yildiz Palace which has a quite wide range of variety in terms of vegetation. Walking courses, resting and sitting places, country coffee houses and interesting landscapes are organized inside the park. Impressing everyone in an unique way with its view that shows the ever-changing beauties of the Bosporus, its centuries-old trees inherited from older generations, water pools and ponds, this park is an ideal place to enjoy for both the residents of the city and the visitors.
You may have your lunch here and continue with your trip after replenishing your energy. The park is open every day from early in the morning until late at night and admission is free. The park is a popular destination for both locals and tourists and is an ideal place to spend a peaceful time in nature.