This information about transportation options in Eyup might help your romantic trip get off to a smooth start: To get to Eyup, you can fly into Istanbul Airport (IST), which is the closest major airport, located 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from the city center. You can take advantage of metro transit at Yesilpinar Station, Circir Mahallesi Station, and Rami Station. To see more of the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Veysel Karani-Aksemsettin Station or Alibeykoy Station.