Sinan Erdem Dome is a multi-purpose indoor arena in Istanbul, Turkey, on the Asian side of the city. It is one of the country's major sports venues, and its seating capacity of approximately 16,000 makes it a large space for spectators.
What to expect
The arena is built mainly for indoor sport. Its principal uses are basketball and volleyball, so a visit is most rewarding when it coincides with a match or event in one of those sports. Because the building is multi-purpose, it can also host other gatherings, though its character comes from its role as a sporting venue.
- Kind of venue: a large indoor arena
- Main sports: basketball and volleyball
- Capacity: approximately 16,000 seats
- Location: Istanbul, on the Asian side of the city
Why it matters
The dome has hosted important international sporting events, including EuroBasket and the FIBA Basketball World Cup. For basketball followers, that gives it a place among the venues where the sport's biggest tournaments have been staged in Turkey.
Planning your visit
Check the event calendar before you travel, since the arena is used for competitions rather than being open for casual visits at all times. If you are in Istanbul for a match, the Asian-side location means you can combine the trip with other parts of the district and the wider city, which offers plenty to see and eat before or after the game.