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S. Antonio di Padova Catholic Church

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S. Antonio di Padova Catholic Church
Photo: A.Savin, FAL (licence)

Although not at the size of Hagia Sophia, this is the largest active church in Turkey. It’s directly on Istiklal St, but somewhat hidden from view by its yard portal. Catholic Masses in Italian, Turkish, and English (in different days of the week).

Address
Istiklal Cd 171 A
Getting there
Şişhane 450 m, Galatasaray 150 m; down the street from Galatasaray Square
Price
Free

Listing from Wikivoyage: Istanbul/Galata, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Updated 28 Sept 2026. Something wrong? Tell us.