Transportation

Main Venue: IF Performance Hall Beşiktaş

IF Performance Hall Beşiktaş, the festival’s main venue, is located in the heart of Beşiktaş, one of Istanbul’s most central, lively, and accessible districts.

📍 About the Area

Beşiktaş is known for its vibrant urban life, combining culture, music, cafes, bars, and daily city routines in a compact and walkable area. It is a popular meeting point for locals, students, creatives, and visitors, active both during the day and late into the night. The neighborhood offers a strong sense of city life while remaining well-connected to other parts of Istanbul.

🚍 Accessibility & Transportation

Beşiktaş is one of Istanbul’s major transportation hubs, making IF Beşiktaş easy to reach from almost anywhere in the city:

  • Bus: Numerous city bus lines from both the European and Asian sides stop at or near Beşiktaş Square.
  • Ferry: Regular ferry services connect Beşiktaş with Kadıköy and Üsküdar, offering a scenic and efficient cross-Bosphorus route.

  • Metro:
    • M11 (Istanbul Airport line) connects to Gayrettepe, from where Beşiktaş is easily accessible by bus or taxi.
    • M7 (Yıldız station) is within walking distance of the Beşiktaş center.
  • Taxi: Taxis are widely available at all hours and provide quick access, especially late at night.
  • Walking: Once in Beşiktaş, most venues, cafes, and waterfront areas are reachable on foot.