Maiden's Tower
Viewpoint · Uskudar, Istanbul

Maiden's Tower

Photo: Jorge Franganillo · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

The tower sits on a small islet just off the Asian shore and has served as a lighthouse and watchtower. It reopened in 2023 after restoration and now holds a small museum and viewing areas. Visitors see the strait, passing ships and both sides of the city.

On day 6 of Istanbul: One Week

Good to know

Tickets
Entry fee applies and usually includes the boat transfer; check the official website for current prices.
Time needed
Plan one to two hours including the boat ride.
Best time
Daylight hours for clear views, or late afternoon for sunset.
Getting there
Boats leave from Salacak pier near Uskudar and from Karaköy.

Itineraries with Maiden's Tower

Day 6 of Istanbul: One Week

The Asian side

How Maiden's Tower fits into a day.
  1. 10:00KadıköyKadıköy
  2. 13:00ModaKadıköy
  3. 15:30ÜsküdarÜsküdar
  4. 17:30Maiden's TowerÜsküdar
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Maiden's Tower questions

How do I reach the Maiden's Tower?

Short boats run from Salacak near Uskudar and from Karaköy. The crossing from Salacak takes only a few minutes.

Can visitors enter the tower?

Yes. It reopened in 2023 after restoration and houses a small museum and viewing terraces.

What views does the Maiden's Tower offer?

The site overlooks the Bosphorus and Istanbul skyline.

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