İstanbul

Beylerbeyi Palace: The Pearl of the Bosphorus, Summer Residence of the Sultans

Welcome to Beylerbeyi Palace, rising gracefully on the shores of the Bosphorus in the Beylerbeyi district of Üsküdar, one of Istanbul’s true jewels! This is not only a magnificent structure but also a priceless work of art that witnessed the final era of the Ottoman Empire, served as the summer residence of the sultans, and captivated visitors with its breathtaking Bosphorus view.

Commissioned by Sultan Abdülaziz and built by Sarkis Balyan between 1861 and 1865, Beylerbeyi Palace stands out with its neo-baroque style. It offers a tasteful blend of European palace architecture and traditional Ottoman design. Especially during the summer months, the palace was used both as a retreat and as a venue to host important state guests. Many distinguished figures, such as Empress Eugénie of France and German Emperor Wilhelm II, were received here. The palace’s interior decoration harmoniously combines orientalist motifs with Western ornamental arts. Mats brought from Egypt, Hereke carpets, crystal chandeliers, and period furniture complete its luxurious and elegant atmosphere.

Beylerbeyi Palace also enchants visitors with its gardens, marble pavilions, and pools that merge with the unique beauty of the Bosphorus. The two small pavilions on the palace pier, known as the “Imperial Stables” and the “Stable Pavilion,” were where the sultans would arrive by private boat. Behind the palace lies a tunnel, built to allow residents to move safely and discreetly.

Transportation

Rent a car from our Istanbul Ataşehir (Watergarden AVM), Istanbul Pendik Headquarters, or Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) offices, and begin your journey to explore the unique beauty of Istanbul and the rich history of Anatolia in comfort and safety. With its wide fleet of vehicles, ZiraatFİLO is always by your side to make your trip enjoyable. ZiraatFİLO is here to ensure that every moment of your journey is unforgettable!

Istanbul Airport Car Rental Office
Tayakadın Neigh. Terminal Str. Airport Terminal Building Apt. No:1/1, Arnavutköy/Istanbul
The journey from our Istanbul Airport office to Berlebeyi Palace takes 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Phone: +90 212 465 60 80

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport Car Rental Office
Sabiha Gökçen Airport, Arrivals Floor, Office No: AL 528 B, Pendik/Istanbul
The journey from our car rental office at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Beylerbeyi Palace takes 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Phone: +90 850 307 55 83

Istanbul Ataşehir (Watergarden Mall) Car Rental Office
Watergarden Mall, Cadde Offices, Barbaros Neigh. Mor Sümbül Str. No:8E, 34750 Ataşehir/Istanbul
From our car rental office in Istanbul Ataşehir (Watergarden Shopping Mall), it takes 40 minutes to reach Beylerbeyi Palace.
Phone: +90 850 304 80 55

Istanbul Pendik Headquarters Car Rental Office
Sanayi Neigh. E80 Connection Road Boulevard No:20/227, 34906 Pendik/Istanbul
The drive from our Istanbul Pendik Headquarters Car Rental Office to Beylerbeyi Palace takes 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Phone: +90 549 748 19 13

Istanbul Levent Car Rental Office
4th Levent, Konaklar Neigh.  Selvili Street No:3C, Beşiktaş/Istanbul
From our Levent office in Istanbul, it takes 35 minutes to reach Beylerbeyi Palace.
Phone: +90 850 307 55 82

Istanbul Maslak Car Rental Office
Eski Büyükdere Ave. No:41, Maslak, Sarıyer/Istanbul
It takes 40 minutes to get to Beylerbeyi Palace from our Maslak office in Istanbul.
Phone: +90 850 346 54 91

Istanbul Beylikdüzü Car Rental Office
Adnan Kahveci Neigh. Anadolu Ave. Covered Parking Lot No:24/5, Beylikdüzü/Istanbul

The drive from our Beylikdüzü Istanbul office to the Beylerbeyi Palace takes 1 hour and 50 minutes.
Phone: +90 850 308 09 86

Istanbul Skyland Car Rental Office
Huzur Neigh.  Azerbaijan Ave. Skyland Complex B No:4B, Floor F, Inner Door No:41, Sarıyer/Istanbul

It takes 40 minutes to get to Beylerbeyi Palace from our Skyland Istanbul office.
Phone: +90 850 309 89 70

Istanbul Yenibosna Car Rental Office

Ataköy 7-8-9-10 Quarter, Çobançeşme E-5 Side Road, Nef 22 Residential Complex, Block 1/4, Bakırköy, Istanbul, Türkiye

It takes 50 minutes to reach the Beylerbeyi Palace from our Yenibosna office in Istanbul.

Phone: 0850 307 29 34

Topkapı Palace: The Heart of the Ottoman Empire and Its Window to the World

Rising majestically at the pinnacle of Istanbul’s historic peninsula, where Sarayburnu embraces the unmatched views of the Marmara Sea, the Bosphorus, and the Golden Horn, Topkapı Palace is far more than an architectural masterpiece. It is a living witness to over six centuries of the Ottoman Empire’s glorious history. Commissioned by Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror in the mid-15th century, shortly after the conquest of Istanbul, this unique complex served for nearly four centuries as the imperial residence of the sultans, the administrative heart of the state, and the center of the empire’s artistic, cultural, and political life.

The palace was much more than a residence; it was a vast complex of interconnected courtyards and numerous buildings that reflected the intricate structure of the Ottoman administrative system and palace organization. The First Courtyard, known as the Parade Square (Alay Meydanı), functioned as a public space where people could approach the sultan, and where major ceremonies, parades, and enthronement celebrations took place. Beyond this, the Second Courtyard, known as the Divan Square (Divan Meydanı), was the brain of the empire. Here, under the leadership of the Grand Vizier, the Imperial Council (Divan-ı Hümayun) convened to make decisions that determined the fate of the empire, administer justice, and conduct crucial state affairs. This courtyard also housed important structures such as the Tower of Justice and the palace kitchens.

Today, Topkapı Palace is a vast museum complex welcoming millions of visitors from around the world. In every corner of the palace, visitors can trace the rich legacy of the Ottoman Empire. Of particular significance is the Chamber of Holy Relics, which holds items of immense spiritual value for the Islamic world, including the mantle, sword, and sacred beard strands of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). In addition, priceless treasures are displayed throughout the palace: the sultans’ garments and thrones, jeweled artifacts, one of the world’s largest diamonds—the Spoonmaker’s Diamond, Ottoman miniatures, manuscripts, porcelain collections, weaponry, and the fascinating exhibits of the palace kitchens.

Transportation

Pick up your private rental car from our Istanbul Airport, Levent, or Maslak branches, and set off on a safe and comfortable journey to explore the enchanting beauty of Istanbul and its surroundings. With its wide fleet of vehicles, ZiraatFİLO is always by your side to make your trip enjoyable. ZiraatFİLO is here to ensure that every moment of your journey is unforgettable!

Istanbul Airport Car Rental Office
Tayakadın Neigh. Terminal Str. Airport Terminal Building Apt. No:1/1, Arnavutköy/Istanbul
The journey from our Istanbul Airport office to Topkapi Palace takes 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Phone: +90 212 465 60 80

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport Car Rental Office
Sabiha Gökçen Airport, Arrivals Floor, Office No: AL 528 B, Pendik/Istanbul
The drive from our car rental office at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Topkapi Palace takes 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Phone: +90 850 307 55 83

Istanbul Ataşehir (Watergarden Mall) Car Rental Office
Watergarden Mall, Cadde Offices, Barbaros Neigh. Mor Sümbül Str. No:8E, 34750 Ataşehir/Istanbul
From our car rental office in Ataşehir, Istanbul (Watergarden Shopping Mall), it takes 35 minutes to reach Topkapi Palace.
Phone: +90 850 304 80 55

Istanbul Pendik Headquarters Car Rental Office
Sanayi Neigh. E80 Connection Road Boulevard No:20/227, 34906 Pendik/Istanbul
The drive from our Istanbul Pendik Headquarters Car Rental Office to Topkapi Palace takes 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Phone: +90 549 748 19 13

Istanbul Levent Car Rental Office
4th Levent, Konaklar Neigh.  Selvili Street No:3C, Beşiktaş/Istanbul
From our Levent office in Istanbul, it takes 45 minutes to reach Topkapi Palace.
Phone: +90 850 307 55 82

Istanbul Maslak Car Rental Office
Eski Büyükdere Ave. No:41, Maslak, Sarıyer/Istanbul
Our Istanbul Maslak office is a 50 minute drive from Topkapi Palace.
Phone: +90 850 346 54 91

Istanbul Beylikdüzü Car Rental Office
Adnan Kahveci Neigh. Anadolu Ave. Covered Parking Lot No:24/5, Beylikdüzü/Istanbul
The journey from our Istanbul Beylikdüzü office to Topkapi Palace takes 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Phone: +90 850 308 09 86

Istanbul Skyland Car Rental Office
Huzur Neigh.  Azerbaijan Ave. Skyland Complex B No:4B, Floor F, Inner Door No:41, Sarıyer/Istanbul

It takes 45 minutes to reach Topkapi Palace from our Skyland Istanbul office.
Phone: +90 850 309 89 70

Istanbul Yenibosna Car Rental Office

Ataköy 7-8-9-10 Quarter, Çobançeşme E-5 Side Road, Nef 22 Residential Complex, Block 1/4, Bakırköy, Istanbul, Türkiye

It takes 35 minutes to reach the Topkapı Palace from our Yenibosna office in Istanbul.

Phone: 0850 307 29 34

Galata Tower: Istanbul’s Historic Beacon and Watchtower

Rising majestically on the European side of the city, in the heart of Beyoğlu on the northern shore of the Golden Horn, Galata Tower has greeted the city for centuries. This iconic landmark stands like a time traveler, bearing witness to the rich history that stretches from Byzantium to the Ottoman Empire and into modern Turkey.

Originally built in 528 by Byzantine Emperor Anastasius as a lighthouse, the tower took on its present form in 1348 when the Genoese reconstructed it under the name “Tower of Christ.” As part of the Genoese colony in Galata, it played a strategic role in the defense of the region and the control of maritime trade. After the Ottoman conquest of Istanbul, the tower served various purposes over the centuries, including as a prison, fire-watch tower, and observatory. In particular, as a fire-watch tower, it held vital importance during the era when wooden houses dominated Istanbul.

The tower’s cylindrical, lofty structure combines the strength and elegance of stone masonry. Its conical roof and surrounding balcony offer visitors a 360-degree panoramic view of Istanbul. From this vantage point, the minaret-studded silhouette of the Historic Peninsula, the deep blue waters of the Bosphorus, the curves of the Golden Horn, and the lively streets of Pera unfold beneath your feet. At sunset especially, the scene allows you to experience the city’s enchantment in its most striking form.

Transportation

Pick up your private rental car from our Istanbul Airport, Levent, or Maslak branches, and set off on a safe and comfortable journey to explore the enchanting beauty of Istanbul and its surroundings. With its wide fleet of vehicles, ZiraatFİLO is always by your side to make your trip enjoyable. ZiraatFİLO is here to ensure that every moment of your journey is unforgettable!

Istanbul Airport Car Rental Office
Tayakadın Neigh. Terminal Str. Airport Terminal Building Apt. No:1/1, Arnavutköy/Istanbul
It takes 1 hour to reach Galata Tower from our Istanbul Airport office.
Phone: +90 212 465 60 80

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport Car Rental Office
Sabiha Gökçen Airport, Arrivals Floor, Office No: AL 528 B, Pendik/Istanbul
The drive from our car rental office at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Galata Tower takes 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Phone: +90 850 307 55 83

Istanbul Ataşehir (Watergarden Mall) Car Rental Office
Watergarden Mall, Cadde Offices, Barbaros Neigh. Mor Sümbül Str. No:8E, 34750 Ataşehir/Istanbul
From our car rental office in Ataşehir, Istanbul (Watergarden Shopping Mall), it takes 1 hour to reach Galata Tower.
Phone: +90 850 304 80 55

Istanbul Pendik Headquarters Car Rental Office
Sanayi Neigh. E80 Connection Road Boulevard No:20/227, 34906 Pendik/Istanbul
From our Istanbul Pendik Headquarters Car Rental Office, the drive to Galata Tower takes 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Phone: +90 549 748 19 13

Istanbul Levent Car Rental Office
4th Levent, Konaklar Neigh.  Selvili Street No:3C, Beşiktaş/Istanbul
From our Levent office in Istanbul, it takes 35 minutes to reach Galata Tower.
Phone: +90 850 307 55 82

Istanbul Maslak Car Rental Office
Eski Büyükdere Ave. No:41, Maslak, Sarıyer/Istanbul
From our Istanbul Maslak office, it takes 40 minutes to reach the Galata Tower.
Phone: +90 850 346 54 91

Istanbul Beylikdüzü Car Rental Office
Adnan Kahveci Neigh. Anadolu Ave. Covered Parking Lot No:24/5, Beylikdüzü/Istanbul
The journey from our Istanbul Beylikdüzü office to Galata Tower takes 1 hour and 35 minutes.
Phone: +90 850 308 09 86

Istanbul Skyland Car Rental Office
Huzur Neigh.  Azerbaijan Ave. Skyland Complex B No:4B, Floor F, Inner Door No:41, Sarıyer/Istanbul

From our Skyland Istanbul office, it takes 35 minutes to reach Galata Tower.
Phone: +90 850 309 89 70

Istanbul Yenibosna Car Rental Office

Ataköy 7-8-9-10 Quarter, Çobançeşme E-5 Side Road, Nef 22 Residential Complex, Block 1/4, Bakırköy, Istanbul, Türkiye

It takes 40 minutes to reach the Galata Tower from our Yenibosna office in Istanbul.

Phone: 0850 307 29 34