In the Sariyer neighborhood of Istanbul, on the city’s northern borders by the Black Sea, is the charming seaside town of Kilyos. The distance between Kilyos and the city center is around 30 kilometers (about 45 minutes by automobile). The city is well-known for its magnificent sandy beaches, eateries and cafes with a view of the Black Sea, summertime entertainment activities, music festivals at its upscale beach clubs, and water sports like windsurfing and kitesurfing.

Kilyos is located on the Black Sea coast in the north of Istanbul, quite far away from the city center. For Istanbulites, Kilyos means an escape from the chaos of the city. The cleanest sea around Istanbul is here and the beaches are famous for their smooth and beautiful sand. Many people prefer to escape here on holidays and especially in summer. However, Kilyos is not only for summer. In winter, it offers a different pleasure with its nature, calmness, and peaceful walking routes.

How Do You Get to Kilyos Beach Istanbul?

Kilyos is 20 km from Maslak and 50 km from the airport. If you are coming with your private vehicle to reach Kilyos, you have two alternatives: you have to use the Bahçeköy pass either via Sarıyer or in the direction of Maslak. As Maslak road is through Zekeriyaköy and the forest, it is more scenic and more enjoyable.

If you prefer to use public transport, you must first come to Sarıyer or Hacıosman. You can reach Kilyos by minibusses departing from Şehit Mithat Yılmaz Street in Sarıyer and by public buses departing in front of Sarıyer Primary School.

If you prefer to reach Kilyos by metro and then by public bus, you can reach Kilyos in 25 minutes by getting off at the Hacıosman metro stop and taking the public bus number 151.

 

Kilyos in History

Kilyos has always remained such a quiet and peaceful fishing town. As an important point where Istanbul ends and the Black Sea begins, it has always been important during the Roman and Ottoman Empires. A castle was built at this strategic point. Built-in the 4th century, during the Eastern Roman Empire, this castle was later used by the Genoese and Ottomans. It was of great use in World War I. Unfortunately, this castle is closed to visitors.

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