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Walls of Constantinople, Derviş Ali
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Walls of Constantinople

  • 4.42.1k reviews
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Surviving Byzantine land walls near Edirnekapı, best explored from surrounding streets; access to towers varies.

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When is the best time to visit Walls of Constantinople?

It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Go in daylight. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is Walls of Constantinople indoors or outdoors?

Outdoors: best on a dry day.

Is Walls of Constantinople good for kids?

Yes, it welcomes children.

How much does Walls of Constantinople cost?

It's free to visit.

Do you need to book Walls of Constantinople?

No, you can walk in.

How long do you need at Walls of Constantinople?

About 60 minutes.

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Where is Walls of Constantinople?

Derviş Ali, Hoca Çakır Cd. No:1, 34087 Fatih/İstanbul.

Is Walls of Constantinople wheelchair accessible?

Accessibility: wheelchair accessible entrance.

Status, rating and hours checked on 2 November 2026; kids, cost, booking and setting verified by the Wedar team. Where our data comes from

Right now · 8:15 am

Why it fits right now

A great call right now.

This is its best hour in the next five days.

In its favour

  • Golden hour
  • Best in the morning
  • Outdoors

Worth knowing

  • Hours unknown: check before you go

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Hours

Hours aren't listed. Call or check the website before you go.

Where and how

  1. 1 Walls of Constantinople
  2. 2 Arc Co Coffee Roastery · 14 min
  3. 3 Meşhur Fetih İşkembe · 14 min
  4. 4 Gold Balat Restaurant · 18 min
  5. 5 İRON BALAT RESTAURANT CAFE · 18 min
Derviş Ali, Hoca Çakır Cd. No:1, 34087 Fatih/İstanbul(opens the map)DirectionsTo Derviş AliWebsiteen.wikipedia.org

Good to know

  • Outdoors
  • Free to visit
  • Walk-ins welcome
  • Allow about 60 min
  • A walk
  • Step-free entrance

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.4from 2.1k reviews

Known for

  • Byzantine fortifications
  • Theodosian walls
  • Historic gates

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a light layer.

Your full outfit
  • Light layerThe whole time