Vialand (Isfanbul)

Vialand (Isfanbul) what you should know.

Vialand opened in 2013 in the Eyüpsultan district as Turkey's first integrated theme park, shopping street and entertainment district, occupying a 600,000 m² site along the Alibeyköy Reservoir. Briefly rebranded as İsfanbul, it has reverted to its original name in marketing. The development mixes Istanbul-themed thrill rides, a wooden replica historic bazaar, an events plaza and open-air retail streets connected by a nostalgic tram. The signature attractions are the Nessi inverted coaster, Eski İstanbul boat ride and Breakdance arcade.

Around 200 stores line Vialand's shopping streets, with mid-market and family brands rather than luxury: LC Waikiki, Koton, DeFacto, Mavi, Boyner Sports, Flo, Watsons, Mediamarkt, Decathlon and a wide food-court selection. A Cinemaximum multiplex, billiards halls, bowling alleys and themed restaurants like Big Chefs and Midpoint sit next to the rides. The Vialand Hotel offers on-site stays for visitors building a weekend around the park.

Vialand is reachable from the M7 Mecidiyeköy–Mahmutbey metro line at Çağlayan or by transferring at Alibeyköy on the T5 tram, which has a stop a short walk from the entrance. IETT lines 39, 39A, 39C, 36V and the H-2 night service stop at the door. By taxi it is 25 minutes from Taksim, 35 km from Istanbul Airport and 55 km from Sabiha Gökçen. Free parking holds about 4,500 vehicles.