Yildiz Palace (Turkish: Yıldız Sarayı) is considered one of the most important tourist places in Istanbul and the most famous palaces of Istanbul and Turkey.

It was used as a government residence to host important personalities in the Ottoman era instead of the Dolmabahçe Palace

It is characterized by a spacious area, elegant design, and a location in the middle of the Besiktas district in the European section of Istanbul

The construction of Yildiz Palace in Istanbul dates back to the beginning of the twentieth century, and it is mentioned that Sultan Abdul Hamid II made it his headquarters and the government.

After he expanded it to receive guests, the palace includes a large number of suites, rooms and halls, and it was built in Yildiz Park on a large area.

Yildiz Palace in Istanbul dazzles its visitors with the beauty of its architecture and the luxury of its furniture and furnishings, as the palace includes from the inside many rooms and royal suites for the Sultan and his family.

There are also rooms for servants, halls for receiving guests, and other halls for dining. The elegant and luxurious design is noted in the palace.

Of the walls, floors and furnishings that combine the ancient Turkish civilization with European modernity.

Outside the Yildiz Palace in Istanbul, there are many gardens decorated with the most beautiful roses and surrounded by the finest trees.

In addition to the presence of places for the private horses of the ruler and the sultans, and from these gardens you can access the famous Yildiz Park and wander inside it and enjoy the beauty of its picturesque nature.

Working hours of Yildiz Palace Istanbul

Daily: 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM

Yildiz Palace location and how to reach it

Yildiz Palace is located in the Besiktas district, close to Yildiz Park, in the European section of Istanbul