Airports & Transport
Tünel and Historic Funicular Guide: Karaköy to Beyoğlu
Ride the historic F2 funicular between Karaköy and Tünel Square and find the onward walks to İstiklal Avenue or Galata.
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Funiculars
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Find out how Istanbul’s funiculars fit into a day on foot. The historic Tünel links the Karaköy waterfront with the streets around the lower end of İstiklal Avenue. Use the guide to identify which station you need and choose where to go after the ride. If you’re heading to Galata Tower or continuing along İstiklal, look at the onward walk before deciding which direction to travel.
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