This square is very important historically speaking and as a connection node for different transportation. Different buses (including the service that goes to and from the airport) pass through here, as well as metro and trams. I don't think it's beautiful, but reaching it is a logical consequence of having been walking from one end of the Istiklal pedestrian street to the other. I would say that you do not specifically go to visit it, that it happens naturally because you have been traveling by public transport or walking the pedestrian path that I just mentioned.

It is a historical and touristic place to visit when you come to Istanbul. Although it has undergone a concrete-based arrangement and renovation in recent years, it is far from its old green appearance nowadays. A square where tourists take photos. Since there is a metro, it is very easy to reach. It is crowded at almost every hour of the day. Bagel sellers, corn sellers and street vendors selling chestnuts, as well as people selling feed and taking photos with pigeons, fill a part of the square.

Taksim Square is a major tourist and leisure district, It is surrounded with full of antique/souvenir shops, restaurants, international shopping & food chains, movie theaters, bars, cafes , roof top eateries with Bosphorus . Lots of visitors/tourists, some sit down by the road side café , sip some Turkish coffee , taste all kinds of Turkish snacks , relax to watch the world goes by. While some takes picture with the Square Public Monument, many are seen browsing around shops. Occasionally we get to see the tram passing by. Be great to have more time here !!!

Be very careful shopping or buying food. Don't shop or buy anything from and place or person that doesn't show prices. Specially small ice cream places. However, it is a very nice street to visit.

Taksim Square and Beyoğlu are places that make you feel the heartbeat of Istanbul. Every time I visit, I am enchanted by the lively atmosphere of Taksim and the historical texture of Beyoğlu. While wandering around Taksim Square, I sense that it is a meeting point of different cultures and people. Exploring the narrow streets of Beyoğlu, I see a wonderful balance between the past and the present. The night carries a special charm in this area; with music, laughter, and the dance of lights, I feel like I've stepped into a fairytale land. Taksim and Beyoğlu are places that, for me, reflect the soul and energy of Istanbul in the best possible way.

During our weeks stay in Istanbul, we walked the "Taksim Mile" twice. On both occasions, we were not disappointed as we saw new places for the second time. Also some great restaurants which will be reviewed separately. Just about every fashion brand has an outlet in this area. Both times it was pretty busy with tourists and locals. Well with a visit.

Similar to Oxford st in London. Very crowded with all the expensive shops but some great budget places to eat too such as the kebab places. Must try the tram, the sweetcorn and a kebab wrap and deserts from Haji Mustafa.

I visited in August 2023. (Sorry for the late review) It's a busy square in the center of Istanbul, very beautiful and has a tram. From here, a shopping street leads to a kebab shop, a Turkish ice cream shop and many souvenir shops. The scenery is also good, so please visit.

We took the Sultanahmet tram to the end of the line (Kabataş) and from there you can go directly below ground and catch the funicular up to Taksim Square. Weirdest funicular anywhere as it is entirely underground as it grinds up the hill from the coast to the peak. And yes, you can use your red tram pass! On arriving at the top, we set off down the pedestrian mall (Istiklal (Independence) ... Interesting architecture but super busy and I have no idea why so many people are absolutely clueless about bumping into others! So felt a bit claustrophobic but the people watching was fun. We walked all the way down and then hooked a left which took us down a very steep street and back to the water and back on to the tram! A great leg stretch and casual way to spend an afternoon. Oh and had a super yummy lunch at a very traditional Hatay restaurant, Antakya Mutfağı, that was just off Istiklal. If you've been to Hong Kong, think about the hardly labelled famiy restaurant on the 4th floor with no elevator. yes, it was worth it. All 4 flights.

October seems to be a great time to visit Istanbul. I think it's the first time street food is remembered this way in the evening. The square was pleasant for several family friends to share their time. Of course, walking the street and Shopping was good.