Istanbul glows when summer arrives. Street musicians fill the air with music, ferry horns echo across the Bosphorus, and every district sets the stage for festivals, pop-up markets, and late dinners under the stars. Families can find playgrounds on every corner while friends drift from waterside cafes to amazing rooftop concerts. Long daylight hours invite you to explore historic lanes in the morning, cool off with island breezes in the afternoon, and you will still have time for fireworks or an open-air movie as night settles in. As the writer of this blog, I can say that summers in Istanbul are happy times. Energy, color, and laughter flow side by side, making the city feel like one giant celebration.
Vialand Theme Park captures that spirit and adds a surge of adrenaline. One moment you are racing from zero to thrilling speed on the Nefeskesen roller coaster, the next you are plunging into a Viking splash that leaves everyone soaked and cheering. Little ones spin on gentle rides, parents soak up skyline views from the Tower of Justice, and live shows pull the whole crowd together out on the main stage. Thanks to Istanbul Tourist Pass®, you skip the ticket queue and walk straight through the gates with your digital QR code. Spend a full day sharing shrieks, smiles, and cotton candy, then roll back into the city with stories that will outshine every souvenir.
About Vialand Theme Park
Vialand opened in 2013 on the European side of Istanbul. It mixes a full-scale theme park with open-air shopping streets, cinemas, and a big events plaza. The complex covers six hundred thousand square meters, which means you can spend an entire day here without repeating a ride or a snack stand.
Thrills for the brave
The headline attraction is the Nefeskesen roller coaster. It shoots from a standstill to top speed in three seconds and loops high over the park. If you love water rides, try the Viking splash that drops fifteen meters and leaves everyone dripping. Younger guests can take gentle turns on the Mini Tower or hop aboard the Crazy River without a single scary bend.
Fun for every age
You do not have to chase thrills to enjoy Vialand. The Tower of Justice lifts you to a wide terrace with a sweeping view of Istanbul. Live shows fill the outdoor stage on busy weekends, and street performers wander between the rides adding surprise moments. Picnic spots, shaded benches, and stroller-friendly paths make the day easy for families with small children.
Shops, food, and extras
Next to the rides, a nostalgic tram rolls through long shopping streets lined with more than two hundred stores. You can watch a new release at the cinema, bowl a quick game, or pick up Turkish delight for the ride home. Local chains mix with global names, so everyone finds a favorite snack or souvenir.
Easy entry with Istanbul Tourist Pass®
Your Istanbul Tourist Pass® acts as your ticket to Vialand Theme Park. Show the digital QR code at the gate and walk straight inside. No need to book a time slot or wait in a separate line. The pass covers every ride, so once you are through the turnstile the day is yours. Put on the free safety helmets and belts when staff ask, follow a few simple rules, and focus on laughing with the people you love.
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Vialand Theme Park Visiting Information 2025
Business Hours
Vialand welcomes guests from Monday to Friday between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Arrive close to opening time if you want the shortest queues. Hours can change during holidays and special events, so check the park website on the morning of your visit.
How to get there
Vialand stands in the Eyüpsultan district on the European side of Istanbul. Paid shuttles leave from Taksim and Sultanahmet; book your seat a day in advance.
Bus 49T runs from Taksim to Yeşilpınar and stops right by the park, while bus 49Y links Şişli to the same stop. You can also ride the M7 metro to Yeşilpınar Station, then take a short taxi or local bus to the entrance.
A taxi from central areas such as Taksim usually takes twenty to thirty minutes, depending on traffic. We always recommend public transportation since you can have a discounted unlimited public transportation card with your Pass!
FREE Online ticket with Istanbul Tourist Pass®
Your Istanbul Tourist Pass® already covers the full-day entry ticket. Show the digital QR code at the gate and walk straight inside. No extra booking is needed and every ride is included.
Istanbul Tourist Pass®: Your Key to Family Fun
Istanbul Tourist Pass® was the first digital sightseeing pass in the city and it is still the most inclusive. One price unlocks more than one hundred attractions, and your phone becomes the only ticket you need. You show a QR code, walk in, and keep moving from one adventure to the next without buying separate tickets or waiting at cash desks. Families love the freedom because the pass saves money, cuts queues, and leaves every minute for pure play.
The list of family friendly experiences is long and exciting. Ride the coasters at Vialand, dive through glass tunnels at Emaar Aquarium, or watch sharks glide over your head at Istanbul Aquarium. Step into optical puzzles at the Museum of Illusions, meet furry friends at Lion Park Zoo, fly over the city in a VR helicopter at Flyride, and finish the day with a Bosphorus sunset cruise that makes everyone stare in silence. All of these activities are already included, so you can plan a full week of smiles without adding extra costs. Istanbul Tourist Pass® keeps the family together, keeps the budget happy, and keeps the fun going from breakfast until bedtime.
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