Halic Congress Center Istanbul Convention Transfers

A staple of North Istanbul’s Golden Horn waterway, the Haliç Congress Center offers one of the largest meeting spaces throughout Turkey as well as a modern meeting place juxtaposed by ancient artifacts. The largest spaces include the Haliç Building’s massive auditorium seating for over 3,000 people, as well as the Kuleli Building’s neo-classical accents paired with adjustable rooms that can fit 20 to 300 guests. Slightly smaller but just-as-impressive rooms include the Galata Ballroom’s large floor space and elevated ceilings as well as the modest backdrop of both the Pera and Sadabad Buildings. Nearby public transportation includes a ferry terminal as well as a few bus routes along the adjacent roadway - bypass the traffic by booking a convenient meet-and-greet services instead, choosing between casual drop offs via taxi or relaxing tours from local personal drivers. Private vehicle rentals also make things a bit easier through the freedom to tour ancient city ruins juxtaposed by modern nightclubs and shopping malls, either through the casual ambiance of a sedan or the spacious group-friendly ambiance of SUVs and vans.

With so much to do on-site, guests should want to stay close through various nearby hotels. The closest options also happen to be the most luxurious, whether it be the 5-star penthouse views from Lazzoni Hotel or on-site dining paired with private access to a scenic alley stairwell. Slightly further is the quiet ambiance of Hilton Garden Inn Istanbul Golden Horn Turkey, while just across the river rest apartment-style suites of The Elegant Hotel. Go unique instead with flower-lined structures and oriental-inspired decor at Turquhouse Boutique Hotel instead. Close to the boutique stay is the Istanbul Dolphinarium, a popular oasis for tourists due to its strikingly choreographed performances amongst humans and sea life, as well as attached pathways along the river. Across this body of is ‘Miniaturk’, a small Turkish village that includes depictions of the Blue Mosque and other iconic monuments. End the evening with a gondola ride across the entire city, the closest access being through downtown’s Eyüp Station, finally talking over the day’s most beautiful synchronicities with dinner at Pierre Loti, one of the city’s most beloved eateries cherished for its hilltop views from an outdoor patio as well as classic American-Turkish cuisine.