Located in between theSirkeciand Sultanahmet neighborhood of Fatih district,Gulhane Park(Rose Garden) is one of the most beautiful parks in Istanbul for both tourists and locals."Gulhane”means"home of the rose”in Turkish.
Park History
During the Byzantium period, Gulhane Park was home to some military warehouses and barracks. And during the Ottomans period, the park served as celebration and ceremony place, as well as a rosary shelter and main garden for the Topkapi Palace.
Gulhane Park was opened to public in 1912, and in 1955 a zoo was built in the Gulhane Park. Afterwards the zoo moved to Ankara due to maintenance problems.
What to See
Today, Gulhane Park is a popular park for both tourist and locals. The park covers a huge area. There is variety of very beautiful gardens, trees, pools and outdoor cafes with the impressive views of the Bosporus.
You can have a rest in one of the outdoor cafes at the park and enjoy the peaceful environment in the company of beautiful gardens, pools and nearby Bosphorus scenery.
The Park Museum
There is a Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam inside the Gulhane Park, situated in the former Imperial Stables Building in the park that worth a visit and see. The museum is a a unique one in the world, that visitors may see the evolution of the different scientific branches in Islamic civilization
Visiting Hours & Admissions
Opening Hours
Gulhane Park is open to public every day of the week.
How to Get to Gulhane Park
Location
You’ll find Gulhane Park nearby the Sirkeci neighborhood of the Fatih district. Situated just on the skirts of Topkapi Palace Museum. See the location map.
Transportation
The most practical way to get to Gulhane Park is via Bagcilar-Kabatas tram (T1 line).
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The closest tram stop is Gulhane.
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From Taksim, take the funicular to Kabatas (from taksim Square) or funicular to Karakoy (from Tunel square) and then take the tram.
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If you stay at the Sultanahmet hotels, than you easily walk to the museum.
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You can walk from Eminonu as well.