History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
The history of the yellow-red club, founded in 1905 by Ali Sami Yen and his friends in the 5th grade of Galatasaray High School, with the aim of 'defeating non-Turkish teams', is intertwined with the 1868 Mekteb-i Sultani tradition. Türkiye's first sports museum, founded by Ali Sami Yen in Kalamış in 1915, currently operates in the historical Beyoğlu Post Office building on Istiklal Street, right across from Galatasaray High School. The second floor of the museum is dedicated to the students who were martyred in Çanakkale, from the founding of the high school, and the third floor is dedicated to the sports victories of the club. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
•Exact Altitude:68 meters.•It is located in the very center of Istiklal Street, opposite Galatasaray Square. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees•Entrance Fee:Ticketed (Student discount available).•Visiting Hours and Days:Closed on Mondays. Open Tuesday-Sunday 10:00 - 18:00.•Rules, Security and Baby Stroller/Disabled Access: There is a modern elevator in the historical building and it is suitable for disabled access.•Facilities and Amenities:GSStore store, Exhibition floors and WC. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:Hüseyinağa Mahallesi, İstiklal Caddesi No:90, Beyoğlu / İstanbul.•Road Condition and Vehicle Suitability: Istiklal Street is a pedestrianized area.•Real Public Transport Information:6 minutes walking from M2 Metro Şişhane or Taksim stop; You can get off at the T2 Nostalgic Tram Galatasaray stop.•Parking Availability:Tepebaşı multi-storey car park (300 m). Contextual Experience Tips, Photography and Local Gastronomy•Featured Rare Artifacts:The 2000 UEFA Cup and UEFA Super Cup, the biggest success of Turkish football in Europe, the bloody letters of Galatasaray High School students who went to the Battle of Gallipoli, and the bust of Atatürk.•Photo Tip:You can take a souvenir photo in front of the showcase where the 2000 UEFA Cup and the Super Cup are displayed side by side.