General Public 2. Istanbul: Where Past Meets Present 3. Transfers from Atatürk Airport to the City Centre 4. Kadıköy Pier and Kalamış Park Fan Zone 6

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2 Contents General Public 2 Istanbul: Where Past Meets Present 3 Transfers from Atatürk Airport to the City Centre 4 Kadıköy Pier and Kalamış Park Fan Zone 6 Stadium Rules and Regulations 8 Must-See Places in Istanbul 10 Things To Do 12 Useful Information 12 Tourist Information 13

3 General Public Welcome to Istanbul I am privileged to welcome you to Istanbul and to the Fenerbahçe Şükrü Saracoğlu stadium for the 2009 UEFA Cup Final, the last and as such the most important Final in the competition s 38-year history. Istanbul is deeply honoured to be hosting this prestigious event and I invite all fans of football to experience this magnificent city of immense cultural heritage, countless landmarks and friendly people. Wishing you all a most enjoyable stay, Kadir Topbaş Mayor of Istanbul Istanbul welcomes you! We are very happy to be hosting the 38th UEFA Cup Final on 20 May 2009 at the Fenerbahçe Şükrü Saracoğlu stadium. I sincerely believe that Istanbul, as a city connecting Europe and Asia, is an excellent choice for this last UEFA Cup Final. The football fever that will be generated by this linking of two continents will certainly provide some unforgettable memories for football fans the world over. The Turkish Football Association gained lots of experience from organising the 2005 UEFA Champions League Final in Istanbul and the local organising committee, under the leadership of UEFA, has been working for the last 12 months to make the stadium and the surrounding area worthy of this prestigious event. We consider this Final as an important milestone for Turkey, who eagerly want to host EURO Thank you to all of you for being in Istanbul. Enjoy the Final and have a safe trip back home. Mahmut Özgener President of the Turkish Football Association 2

4 Istanbul: Where Past Meets Present Istanbul has a history of over 2,500 years and ever since its establishment on this strategic junction of lands and seas, the city has been a crucial trade centre. The historic city of Istanbul is situated on a peninsula flanked on three sides by the Sea of Marmara, the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn. It has been the capital of three great empires, the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman, and for more than 1,600 years, over 120 emperors and sultans ruled the world from here. No other city in the world can claim such a distinction. The Sultanahmet Square, the Blue Mosque, the Hagia Sophia and the Topkapı Palace are but a few of the many tourist attractions in Istanbul, a city with historical landmarks on almost every corner. Istanbul is also a metropolis with over 13 million inhabitants, making it one of the largest cities of the world. With its street cafés, commercial shopping districts and centres, restaurants offering the best selections of both local and world cuisine, bazaars, Turkish coffee, and the natural beauty of the Bosphorus dividing the city into two and separating the two continents, all blended with the history of a city that has lived and evolved for thousands and thousands of years, Istanbul is one of the most lively and colourful places one can experience and one you will remember for a lifetime. Ring roads cross the Bosphorus over two suspension bridges to connect the two continents. The European side has now a fast tramway system and a metro, while comfort and speed on water has also been ensured by the hydrofoil terminals built on the seashores. All industrial establishments on the historic peninsula have been moved to new facilities in the suburbs and the new international bus terminal has reduced traffic intensity. The city is growing dynamically and developing at full speed on an east-west axis along the shores of the Marmara. Kadıköy district (Asian side) Kadiköy district is the home of Fenerbahçe SK football club, host of the UEFA Cup Final. It is also where both fan zones will be located, ready to welcome the supporters. There are also lots of places to eat around the market place, including traditional Turkish restaurants, patisseries, bars with live jazz, folk and rock music, and tea and backgammon houses. Behind the centre lies a large shopping and residential district winding uphill to the Bahariye Caddesi pedestrian street. This area was transformed during the economic boom of the 1990s, when many new bars were opened. The nightlife in Kadıköy is not overly ritzy: it is easier to find kebabs, lahmacun and fried mussels than haute cuisine. From here, the long shopping street, Bağdat Caddesi (Bağdat Street), heads east, with many affluent neighbourhoods between the shops and the coast. Behind the seaside parks and yacht marinas there are plenty of bars and cafés in areas such as Caddebostan. 3

5 Transfers from Atatürk Airport to the City Centre Atatürk airport in Istanbul is Turkey s largest airport. From here you can travel to many destinations, both in Turkey and worldwide. In addition to a variety of forms of public transport that connect the airport to a variety of destinations in the city, the airport also runs its own bus service, known as Havaş. The Havaş bus service is significantly cheaper than taking a taxi. For those travelling to the airport, it departs, for example, from in front of the Municipality Art Gallery in Taksim every day at 05.00, 06.00, every half an hour between and 23.00, and on the hour from to The bus service from Atatürk airport to Taksim and other parts of the city runs on the same schedule. The trip takes around 40 minutes. The price per person varies depending on the location in the city (4 15 Turkish lira (TRY)). The trip to the airport can often involve heavy traffic, especially during rush hour. It is always helpful to check the traffic conditions before setting out to the airport. If you take the coastal road connecting Aksaray and Bakırköy to the airport, you are likely to experience less traffic. Metro/Light-rail System The metro/light-rail system that departs from Kabataş, Eminönü and Aksaray offers an even less expensive way to reach Atatürk airport. The metro line from Aksaray to Atatürk airport is 20km long, the trip takes 32 minutes and trains run every seven minutes. The Aksaray Airport metro runs every day from to and costs TRY Ferry Lines Ferries run from the following harbours on the European side: from Karaköy to Kadıköy and Haydarpasha station; from Eminönü to Kadıköy, Haydarpasha, Üsküdar and Bostancı; from Beşiktaş to Kadıköy and Üsküdar; and from Kabataş to Üsküdar and the Prince Islands. From the Asian side ferries run from Kadıköy to Eminönü, Karaköy, Beşiktaş and the Prince Islands; from Üsküdar to Eminönü, Beşiktaş and Kabataş; from Bostancı to Eminönü and the Prince Islands; and from Haydarpasha station to Karaköy and Eminönü. Ferries run from Eminönü, Karaköy and Beşiktaş to Kadıköy Pier every day from to and cost TRY

6 Sea Buses Istanbul s sea buses (smaller and faster than the ferries) run from Eminönü to Kabataş, Kadıköy and the Prince Islands; from Kabataş to Bostancı and the Prince Islands; from Karaköy to Bostancı, Pendik, and Kartal; from Kadıköy to Bakırköy, Eminönü and the Prince Islands; and from Bostancı to Bakırköy, Yenikapı, Karaköy, Kabataş, Kadıköy and the Prince Islands. They cost TRY To the Stadium The general public can access the stadium from the European side either by Metrobus or ferry. Metrobuses travel from Avcılar to Söğütlüçeşme via the O1 highway. The last stop on the Metrobus is the Fenerbahçe Şükrü Saracoğlu stadium. Ferries sail from Eminönü, Karaköy, Beşiktaş and Kabataş docks. Ferries drop off at Kadıköy Pier, where there is a 1.5km walkway leading to the stadium. General public wishing to come to stadium from the Asian side can take the buses that travel to Kadıköy and Bağdat Street (local name Bağdat Caddesi). Traffic in Istanbul is often particularly heavy during rush hour, i.e. from to and from to For more information please visit: 5

7 Kadıköy Pier and Kalamış Park Fan Zone As the 2009 UEFA Cup Final kick-off approaches, fan zones will get you in the mood for this amazing event. Centre of Kadıköy will be transformed into a football paradise as the beatiful Kadıköy Pier and Kalamış Park area become fan zones for all of you. Each fan zone will be dedicated to a Finalist. During matchday we hope you will enjoy your day in the fan zone, which will be open from 9am to 4am. While the excitement builds up on the day of the UEFA Cup Final, the fan zone will be spiced up with various sorts of activities and entertainment. Kadıköy Pier and Kalamış Park Fan Zone will feature: Stage showcasing live music Big screen showing UEFA Cup highlights Food and beverage stands Football skills activity area NIKE merchandise sale areas Carlsberg bar Walkways will take fans to and from the Fenerbahçe Şükrü Saraçoğlu stadium and fan zones. Herkes İçin Futbol (Grassroots) Tournament In addition, the Kalamış Park fan zone will host the Finals of the grassroots tournament organised by the Turkish Football Federation in honour of the 2009 UEFA Cup Final. While awaiting the Final you can watch some great matches as children from Kadıköy schools compete in the grand Final of the Herkes İçin Futbol (Grassroots) tournament age group Final age group Final age group Final The Finals will take place on the pitches near the Kalamış Park fan zone. Kızıltoprak is the nearest stop to this fan zone. From there the fan zone is a five-minute walk away. From Kadıköy Pier Fan Zone to Fenerbahce Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium The Fenerbahce Şükrü Saracoğlu stadium is within 15 minutes walk of Kadıköy Pier. There are specially designated walkways from the fan zone to the stadium. Ferry docks are situated very close to this fan zone. There is a big bus station as well as mini buses (Dolmuş). 6

8 From Kalamış Park Fan Zone to Fenerbahce Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium Kızıltoprak is the nearest stop to this fan zone. From there the fan zone is a five-minute walk. The Fenerbahce Şükrü Saracoğlu stadium is within tenminutes walk of Kalamış Park. You will enjoy the famous Bağdat Street shops and cafés on on the way to the stadium and there will be specially designated walkways from the fan zone. Fenerbahçe Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium The Fenerbahçe Şükrü Saracoğlu stadium, home of Fenerbahçe SK, was inaugurated in 1908 and renovated between 1999 and 2006 to make it Turkey s most modern football stadium and one of its largest. The ground, formerly known as Papazın Çayırı, was in fact the first football pitch in Turkey. Fenerbahçe purchased the stadium from the Turkish government in 1932, renaming it the Fenerbahçe stadium and subsequently renovating it to increase its seating capacity to 25,000, making it the largest football venue in Turkey at the time. Before undergoing its latest round of large-scale renovations, the stadium saw yet another name change in 1998, in honour of Fenerbahçe s legendary chairman and Turkey s sixth prime minister, Şükrü Saracoğlu. The renovation process that took place between 1999 and 2006 involved demolishing and rebuilding each stand in turn, so that in the end the whole stadium had been rebuilt. Today the stadium has seats for over 45,000 spectators and is proud to host a top-class European football competition such as the 2009 UEFA Cup Final. 7

9 Stadium Rules and Regulations Please pay attention to the following to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable visit to the Fenerbahçe Şükrü Saracoğlu stadium. You must have a valid ticket with you at all times. You must consent to a general security search. Please look for official vendors and concession stands. Make sure you avoid any unlicensed traders. Do not bring any food or drinks into the stadium. Audio or video recording in the stadium is forbidden. Smoking is forbidden in the stadium. Neither matches nor lighters are allowed in the stadium. Fenerbahçe Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium Gates EAST SOUTH NORTH D1 17 D2 18 WEST HIGHWAY KADIKÖY KALAMIŞ PIER PARK MARMARA SEA Stadium gates will open as of 17:45. The following gate numbers are designated for the general public: 5, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13, 14, 15 and 16. 8

10 Police Information The Istanbul police is happy to welcome you to this year s UEFA Cup Final. However, there are rules and regulations associated with the event and you must follow them. The Istanbul police asks that you respect these rules and regulations so that everyone can enjoy the event peacefully and have an unforgettable experience at the 2009 UEFA Cup Final in Istanbul. The police rules are as follows: 1) People under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be banned from entering the Fenerbahçe Şükrü Saracoğlu stadium. 2) All spectators must pass through the outer security perimeter, where their tickets will be checked and they will be searched for any prohibited items. The spectators will be directed through a second security point before they enter the Fenerbahçe Şükrü Saracoğlu stadium. 3) If you leave the stadium, you will be searched again on re-entering. 4) Prohibited items will be confiscated during the security checks. Some items may be deposited in storage facilities located on walking routes. But please note that only limited storage space is available. 5) Prohibited items include all types of flare and firework. Anyone found in possession of such items will be arrested and face serious criminal charges under Turkish law. 6) Do not buy tickets from unofficial sources: they could be counterfeits. The tickets are electronic and cannot be copied. 7) Without a permit, it is illegal to carry any type of firearm, knife, etc. in the city of Istanbul. If you are found to be carrying any type of illegal, dangerous material, you may face serious criminal charges under Turkish law. We hope you have an enjoyable stay in Istanbul and enjoy the match. The Police of Istanbul 9

11 Must-See Places in Istanbul Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya) Considered the epitome of Byzantine architecture, the Hagia Sophia was the largest cathedral in the world for nearly 1,000 years. Address: Sultanahmet Meydanı (Sultanahmet Square), Eminönü Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet) In 1606, Sultan Ahmet commissioned architect Sedefkar Mehmet Ağa to build the Blue Mosque to surpass the nearby Hagia Sophia cathedral. Address: Sultanahmet Meydanı (Sultanahmet Square), Eminönü Topkapı Palace Home to the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years, the Topkapı Palace was a setting for state occasions and royal entertainment between 1465 and Address: Sultanahmet Meydanı (Sultanahmet Square), Eminönü Grand Bazaar (Kapalı Çarşı) This is the largest covered market in the world, with over 4,000 shops and products ranging from Turkish carpets to glazed tiles, from pottery to copper and brassware, meerschaum pipes and many more local flavours. The Bosphorus Traditional ferries leave from the Eminönü harbour several times a day for half-day cruises. İstanbul Modern Turkey s first museum of modern art hosts many exciting exhibitions throughout the year as well as its permanent collection. Address: Meclis-i Mebusan Cad. Liman İşletmeleri Sahası Antrepo No. 4, Karaköy Yere Batan Sarnıcı This huge cistern, founded by the Byzantine emperor Justinianus I ( ), was soon given a new name the Sinking Palace by the people of Istanbul, and with good reason as the marble columns rise out of the water. Address: Yerebatan Cad. No. 13, Sultanahmet 10

12 Sakıp Sabancı Museum This museum presents a versatile environment with its rich permanent collection of calligraphy and paintings as well as the temporary exhibitions it hosts. Address: Sakıp Sabancı Cad. No. 42, Emirgan Rumelihisarı Rumelihisarı is a fortress located on a hill, in a district of the same name, on the European side of the Bosporus, just north of the Bebek district. It was built by the Ottoman sultan Mehmed II between 1451 and 1452, before he conquered Istanbul. Anadoluhisarı Anadoluhisarı is a fortress located on the Anatolian (Asian) side of the Bosporus, which also gives its name to the district around it. It was built between 1393 and 1394 by the Ottoman sultan Bayezıd I (also known as the Thunderbolt) as part of his preparations for the second Ottoman siege of Istanbul. Maiden s Tower (Kız Kulesi) Used as a lighthouse for centuries, the Maiden s Tower was first built by the ancient Athenian general Alcibiades in 408 BC. Enlarged and renovated over time, the Maiden s Tower now hosts a popular café and restaurant. Address: Kızkulesi Salacak Mevkii, Üsküdar A road along the seashore leads to Kadıköy, offering a panoramic view of Maiden s Tower and the majestic works on the peninsula opposite. Some of the characteristic buildings of this area are the Selimiye Barracks (or Florence Nightingale Hospital, as it is better known in the west), which is largest old building in the city; Haydarpaşa high school, which is now part of a university campus; and the Haydarpasha train station, built in a Prussian architectural style. The city s commercial port facilities also line the shore. Legend has it that Kadıköy was the first settlement in this region. It is a peaceful district known for its traditional market, the beautiful Bay of Moda, the park and marinas of Fenerbahçe and the modern Bağdat Caddesi. 11

13 Things To Do Shopping There are many large shopping malls in the city centre as well as great shopping streets where you can find global brands and local collections alike. Also, the Grand Bazaar is a must. Eating Istanbul offers a great variety of world cuisine in addition to the worldfamous Turkish cuisine. You have never eaten fish until you have tried it in Istanbul... Nightlife The choice of nightlife and entertainment in Istanbul is incredible and there are several hubs of nightlife all over the city, including Ortaköy, İstiklal Caddesi, Taksim Square, Kadıköy and Bağdat Caddesi, to name but a few! When moving around Istanbul, bear in mind the vast distances between the various locations. Also, local customs and religious sites, whether Muslim, Christian or Jewish, are to be respected. Useful Information Airport İstanbul Ataturk Airport İstanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport İETT (Public Coaches) İDO (Sea Buses) For more information about the 2009 UEFA Cup fan zones please visit www. uefa.com and 12

14 Taxis Taxis are available at both İstanbul Atatürk Airport and İstanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport. After the match, taxis will be available at taxi stands located around the stadium and at the fan zone. Average taxi fares between airport and stadium TRY 51 / EUR 25 day fare TRY 75 / EUR 38 night fare Airport taxis and (İstanbul Atatürk Airport) and (İstanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport) Tourist Information Taksim Square Tourist Office and Atatürk Kültür Merkezi Taksim, Istanbul Useful Websites harika.istanbul.gov.tr Emergency Numbers Police: 155 Fire Brigade: 110 Ambulance: 112 Tourist Police: Money Exchange rate: EUR 1 = TRY 2.30 GBP 1 = TRY 2.50 There are exchange offices situated at all airport terminals, train stations, most banks, tourist information centres and various other locations in the city centre. Banks are open Monday to Friday, , with ATMs available widely in the city centre and shopping centres. Electricity Voltage: European standard 220V AC, 50Hz, rounded two-pin plugs. 13