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Üsküdar in Istanbul

Things to Do in Üsküdar, Istanbul

A conservative cultural center with numerous mosques and dergahs dating back to Ottoman times. The area features the historic waterfront and is known for its local markets and parks, including the scenic Maiden's Tower.

A conservative cultural center with numerous mosques and dergahs dating back to Ottoman times. The area features the historic waterfront and is known for its local markets and parks, including the scenic Maiden's Tower.

  • Çamlıca MosqueÇamlıca MosqueLandmark
  • Zuhal MüzikZuhal MüzikRecord Store
  • Beylerbeyi PalaceBeylerbeyi PalaceHistory Museum
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Top things to do in Üsküdar

  • Çamlıca Mosque in Üsküdar, Istanbul

    Çamlıca Mosque

    ★ 4.9 · 12.8k
    Landmark★

    mosque in İstanbul, Turkey

  • Zuhal Müzik in Üsküdar, Istanbul

    Zuhal Müzik

    ★ 4.6 · 1.5k
    Record Store
    Every day
    10 AM – 10 PM
  • Beylerbeyi Palace in Üsküdar, Istanbul

    Beylerbeyi Palace

    ★ 4.7 · 22.1k
    History Museum

    This 19th-century palace with gardens was once a summer residence for Ottoman sultans.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    9 AM – 5:30 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 5:30 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 5:30 PM
  • San Sebastian Mutfağı in Üsküdar, Istanbul

    San Sebastian Mutfağı

    ★ 4.7 · 1.2k
    Chocolate Shop
    Every day
    12 PM – 12 AM
  • Nail Kitabevi & Cafe in Üsküdar, Istanbul

    Nail Kitabevi & Cafe

    ★ 4.5 · 1.0k
    Bookstore

    Cozy bookstore offering a diverse selection, plus coffee & reading nooks in a 19th-century building.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Thu
    10 AM – 7:30 PM
    Fri
    10 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 7:30 PM

Where to eat & drink in Üsküdar

  • İBB Çamlıca Sosyal Tesisi in Üsküdar, Istanbul

    İBB Çamlıca Sosyal Tesisi

    ★ 4.4 · 15.6k
    Coffee Shop· ₺200–600
    Every day
    8:30 AM – 11:30 PM
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  • KukisAcıbadem in Üsküdar, Istanbul

    KukisAcıbadem

    ★ 4.5 · 8.1k
    Bakery· ₺400–1,200

    Pastries, desserts & cakes served in a sophisticated coffee shop featuring exposed-brick walls.

    Mon–Thu
    7 AM – 12 AM
    Fri
    7 AM – 1 AM
    Sat
    7 AM – 1 AM
    Sun
    7 AM – 12 AM
  • Püruze in Üsküdar, Istanbul

    Püruze

    ★ 4.7 · 1.5k
    Café & Bakery· ₺400–1,000
    Every day
    9 AM – 11:30 PM
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  • Espressolab Üsküdar Bulgurlu in Üsküdar, Istanbul

    Espressolab Üsküdar Bulgurlu

    ★ 4.8 · 783
    Coffee Shop· ₺200–400
    Every day
    7:30 AM – 1 AM
  • Tarihi Kuzguncuk Fırını Cafe & Restaurant - Acıbadem in Üsküdar, Istanbul

    Tarihi Kuzguncuk Fırını Cafe & Restaurant - Acıbadem

    ★ 4.8 · 616
    Coffee Shop· ₺400–1,200
    Every day
    6 AM – 12 AM
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  • İnciraltı Tavern in Üsküdar, Istanbul

    İnciraltı Tavern

    ★ 4.3 · 1.3k
    Pub· ₺2,000+

    A traditional Istanbul tavern located in Beylerbeyi, known for its enduring meyhane culture.

    Every day
    12 PM – 12:30 AM
  • Marasco Cafe in Üsküdar, Istanbul

    Marasco Cafe

    ★ 4.7 · 770
    Café & Bakery· ₺400–1,000

    A cafe that offers a menu of various dishes including mac and cheese, pizzas, pastas, burgers, and breakfast options, alongside a selection of hot and cold beverages.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    10 AM – 11:30 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 11:30 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 11:30 PM
  • Payedar Kahve in Üsküdar, Istanbul

    Payedar Kahve

    ★ 4.5 · 1.6k
    Café & Bakery· ₺200–400
    Every day
    10 AM – 12 AM
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  • Mantı 7 in Üsküdar, Istanbul

    Mantı 7

    ★ 4.9 · 269
    Dumplings· ₺200–400
    Mon–Fri
    8 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 2 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Arada Blue City in Üsküdar, Istanbul

    Arada Blue City

    ★ 4.5 · 10.4k
    Lebanese· ₺800–2,000

    Vibrant Lebanese restaurant featuring artful decor & views of the Bosphorus Strait.

    Mon–Fri
    9:30 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    9 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    9 AM – 12 AM
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  • Seyir Üsküdar Kafe in Üsküdar, Istanbul

    Seyir Üsküdar Kafe

    ★ 4.9 · 241
    Coffee Shop· ₺200–400
    Every day
    10 AM – 11 PM
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Map of Üsküdar with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Çamlıca Mosque
  2. 2Zuhal Müzik
  3. 3Beylerbeyi Palace
  4. 4San Sebastian Mutfağı
  5. 5Nail Kitabevi & Cafe
  6. 6İBB Çamlıca Sosyal Tesisi
  7. 7KukisAcıbadem
  8. 8Püruze
  9. 9Espressolab Üsküdar Bulgurlu
  10. 10Tarihi Kuzguncuk Fırını Cafe & Restaurant - Acıbadem

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