Famous for its sunset views of Istanbul and Bosphorus, Çamlıca Hill offers a uniquely pleasant retreat with its fresh air and the pavilions.
In many poems and works of literature, Istanbul is known for its seven hills, Çamlıca is the tallest of the seven. Camlica Hill, which is also mentioned in many songs, is located in Üsküdar. The most beautiful sunsets in the entire city can be viewed from this hill. Among the many locations visible from Çamlıca are the Prince Islands, Sultanahmet, Süleymaniye and Ortaköy. As you will see, the view certainly does justice to the silhouette of Istanbul that it encompasses.
The hill is divided into two separate sections: Büyük and Küçük Çamlıca. Without doubt, it provides a warm welcome to those who would like to view the panoramic beauty of Istanbul and the Bosphorus and the unique beauty of an Istanbul sunset. In addition to the hill’s famous views, it is also home to many cafes, where you can get your fill of the unique pleasure that narghile offers. Often newly-married couples make trips to Çamlıca Hill after their ceremony, further adding to the lively atmosphere on the hill.
Breakfast over the Bosphorus
Due to the fact that the Ottoman sultans paid a good deal of attention and appreciation to the area, Çamlıca is also the site of many pavilions. As expressions of the splendour and joie de vivre of the Ottoman sultanate, these pavilions most of which still exist today helped to make Çamlıca what it is. Today they provide an excellent setting for an Istanbul brunch, and their natural beauty offers succour to many an Istanbul resident who has grown exhausted from the bustle of urban life. In these surroundings, you can enjoy the flavor of tea or a Turkish coffee.
The Sofa, Cihannüma, Topkapı and Su pavilions, all of which demonstrate the elegance and detail of Ottoman architecture, are all located within the Küçük Çamlıca Woods. If you want to give yourself the gift of a brunch, while taking in the incomparable views of the Bosphorus during your trip to Istanbul, the establishments located in these pavilions will surely satisfy you with their diverse breakfast menus. At these pavilions, you will find a wide variety of food, along with hot and cold drinks. They are open from 09.00-23.00.
Camlica Hill is on the Asian side of Istanbul and here you can view both sides on the top of the hill on a clear day but the weather must be good in order for you to see these wonderful views.
Camlica Hill is a must see. for sure. Camlica Hill is a place that you can see Europe, prince islands and Black sea Must see. Hace your dinner or Lunch with Turkish Coffee with the spectacular scenery
Such a beautiful view point, go at night, and ensure you take your tripod and camera for some amazing night time photographs of the bosphorus, the bridge when illuminated and the european side
Arguably the best view in Istanbul. A visit is highly recommended. I cal also recommend the traditional drink 'Sahlep' there as it's prepared the original way there. I recommend the Istanbul municipality facilities there as they have the local prices for drinks.
What makes the place so special is the near 360 degree view of the city and the nice…
Our local tour guide Aykut Ayik (Sophora Travel) who is top rated tour agent in Istanbul by Tripadvisor took us to this place, unknown yet to tourists. We had to walk up hill through the Camlica Park entrance. Taxis can go up, but tour buses cannot. The brunch costs 39 liras, so is the lunch (which starts at 1:30 pm)….
We arrived just as all the mosques in Istanbul were calling the faithful to prayer. it was an amazing time to listen to them all. The view was great and you could get something to eat and drink and sit and while away time just looking at the views
if you wonder how big is Istanbul then go to Camlica and see it from the bird view
A local man we met at the bazaar recommended this place to us as he was trying to sell us some jeans, and we were very glad he did. It took a while to get to uskudar and walk up the hill, but the view was absolutely amazing!
Not sure how to get to this place by public transport, as it is located on asia side of istanbul. View is rrally great, worth going there and relax with turjish coffee or ice cream, some more got a very authentic turkish style cafe.
If its foggy, unfortunately the view might not be so impressive. But surely worth coming for…
Went up Camilica Hill at the end of our Bosphorus tour. The view at the top of the hill makes for a good picture but thats about it. Little else to do. Not much choice of cafes. We spend 30 mins or so there. Would recommend you spend your time elsewhere.
very nice place on asia side of istanbul,best time to go is an hour before sunset,good sunset views and easily accessible from kadikoy.nice food and hill views.