Rumeli Fortress
Rumeli Fortress makes the relationship between defence and geography clear at a narrow point of the Bosphorus.
Visiting conditions
These details reflect conditions on the date checked. Unlisted criteria have not yet been verified.
Setting
Outdoors
04.10.2026 · SourceOpening hours and admission
Opening hours
This schedule has expired. Hours for the new period have not been verified; check the official source before visiting.
Tuesday–Sunday 09:00–18:00; ticket sales close at 17:00. Closed Monday. Stay within the currently open visitor route.
Previous schedule (no longer current)
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00-18:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00-18:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00-18:00 |
| Friday | 09:00-18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00-18:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00-18:00 |
Source for opening hours ↗ · Checked: 04.10.2026
Admission
Unknown
Check admission and extra-service charges through the official channel; no verified fixed amount is quoted.
Prices may vary by visitor type, ticket coverage and season.
Getting there
Address / approach: Rumeli Hisarı, Yahya Kemal Caddesi, Rumelihisarı Mahallesi, Sarıyer, İstanbul, Marmara Bölgesi, 34470, Türkiye
Visiting tips
Respect conservation signs, keep out of closed sections and check photography rules on site.
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