Beykoz
Istanbul district guide · Asian side · Updated 2026
A green, forested Bosphorus district on the Asian shore, dotted with historic waterside mansions (yalı) and ending at the strait's mouth. The most rural of the inner districts.
At a glance
- Side of the city: Asian (Anadolu) side
- Nearest rail station: Hacıosman (~11.6 km from the centre)
- İETT bus stops: 1049
- Typical traffic speed: 70 km/h · slowest around 11:00
Why visit Beykoz
Beykoz is one of Istanbul's 39 districts, on the Asian (Anadolu) side. Come for Anadolu Kavağı village and the Byzantine Yoros Castle, Beykoz Korusu, Polonezköy — and for the everyday life of its neighbourhoods (Kavacık, Paşabahçe, Anadolu Hisarı). A green, forested Bosphorus district on the Asian shore, dotted with historic waterside mansions (yalı) and ending at the strait's mouth.
What to see
- Anadolu Kavağı village and the Byzantine Yoros Castle
- Beykoz Korusu (grove) and Küçüksu Pavilion
- Polonezköy — a former Polish village known for breakfast and forest walks
Neighbourhoods
Kavacık · Paşabahçe · Anadolu Hisarı · Polonezköy
Transport access
Buy an İstanbulkart for the metro, tram, ferries and buses. The nearest rail link is Hacıosman, about 11.6 km from the district centre. Beykoz has 1049 İETT bus stops. Traffic is typically slowest in the evening peak — check live conditions before you set off, and prefer rail or ferry across the Bosphorus.
Nearby places
Explore the neighbourhoods of Kavacık, Paşabahçe, Anadolu Hisarı, Polonezköy within Beykoz, then continue across the Asian (Anadolu) side — see all 39 Istanbul districts for what's next door.
Local tips
- Tap an İstanbulkart for the metro, tram, ferries and İETT buses — transfers are discounted.
- The nearest rail link is Hacıosman (~11.6 km from the centre); rail beats road traffic at peak times.
- Avoid arriving by car around 11:00, the typical evening peak.
- Local flavour: fresh fish at Anadolu Kavağı; long breakfasts in Polonezköy.
Best time to visit
Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) are ideal for Beykoz — mild weather and thinner crowds than high summer. On any day, traffic is heaviest around 11:00, so plan sightseeing earlier or move by rail.
Eat & drink
Fresh fish at Anadolu Kavağı; long breakfasts in Polonezköy.
See it live
Open Beykoz on the live City OS map for current traffic colour, weather, air quality and the nearest transit — real İBB and Open-Meteo data, updated through the day.
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FAQ
Is Beykoz on the European or Asian side of Istanbul?
Beykoz is on the Asian (Anadolu) side of Istanbul.
How do I get to Beykoz?
Take rail to Hacıosman (about 11.6 km from the centre), or use the metro, Marmaray, tram, ferries or İETT buses with an İstanbulkart. Beykoz has 1049 İETT bus stops.
What is Beykoz known for?
A green, forested Bosphorus district on the Asian shore, dotted with historic waterside mansions (yalı) and ending at the strait's mouth. The most rural of the inner districts.
When is the best time to visit Beykoz?
Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October).
Plan your visit
Keep exploring Istanbul with the rest of the platform:
- Istanbul transport & smart routes — metro, Marmaray, tram, ferries and İETT buses.
- Live traffic & city pulse — the İBB index and the busiest districts right now.
- AI trip planner — ask how to get to Beykoz or what to see.
- All Istanbul guides · all 39 districts.
More on the Asian side: Ataşehir · Çekmeköy · Kadıköy · Kartal · Maltepe