About this venue
Lutfi Kırdar Congress and Exhibition Center is one of Istanbul's major convention and exhibition venues, combining distinctive architecture with modern spaces designed for large international events. The complex includes the main building and Rumeli Hall, with flexible facilities suitable for congresses, conferences, exhibitions, cultural programmes and gala events. Its central Anadolu Auditorium accommodates around 1,900 visitors and serves as one of the venue's principal halls.
Inside, the centre is designed for events requiring professional technical infrastructure, clear sightlines and carefully managed acoustics. Anadolu Auditorium features advanced sound and lighting systems, backstage facilities and simultaneous interpretation booths, while the other halls can be configured in different seating layouts and allow several events to take place at the same time. Food and beverage services are also available for selected events.
Gümüş Cd. No:4, Istanbul, Turkey places the venue in the Harbiye area, between Taksim, Maçka and Şişli. The entrance is a short walk from the TRT İstanbul Radyosu bus stop, while Osmanbey metro station is approximately a ten-minute walk away; visitors arriving by car can use the nearby Maçka multi-storey car park. For a broader overview of transport and getting around Istanbul, see the city information below.
About the city
Istanbul, a city at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, is a magnet for major sporting thrills and concert spectacles. Its energy comes from a blend of historic quarters, modern attractions, and a vibrant nightlife, so going to an event here naturally turns into a full city experience. Visitors love the sense of constant motion and variety—from bustling streets to calmer seaside promenades—which makes Istanbul an ideal destination when you want to combine entertainment, atmosphere, and travel without treating it as a “one-day” trip.
Getting in and moving around is especially convenient thanks to the combined network of Istanbul Metro, trams, and rapid lines like Metrobüs, along with the key rail link Marmaray that connects the European and Asian sides through a tunnel beneath the Bosphorus. If you fly, the main gateways are Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW), while rail connections and transfers often rely on hubs such as Halkalı and Söğütlüçeşme, as well as the historic Sirkeci area. Thanks to this kind of network, reaching major arenas and stadiums is usually straightforward: you can often combine metro, Marmaray, and tram, or use fast bus corridors, without wasting unnecessary time in traffic.
If you want a “tourist bonus” before or after the event, Istanbul delivers unforgettable scenery: a walk through Sultanahmet and the old city, sweeping viewpoints, or a relaxed cruise and ferries on the Bosphorus between shores and neighborhoods. Many also choose the Grand Bazaar experience, coffee and sunset by the sea, or an easy stroll along historic streets where tradition and modern life constantly meet. Whether you come for sport or music, the city easily fills your day—and turns a ticket into a complete city break.
