Galata Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Galata Tower featuring a city, cruising and general coastal views
Galata Tower featuring night scenes, a bay or harbour and a ferry
Galata Tower showing a river or creek, a bridge and a city
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Popular places to visit

Galata Tower

Galata Tower

4/5(64 reviews)

Marvel at Istanbul's natural and architectural beauty from this medieval watchtower.

Galata Tower
SALT Galata

SALT Galata

You can browse the exhibits at SALT Galata, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Istanbul. Add the area's notable monuments or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.

SALT Galata
Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam

Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam

Enjoy an outing to Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam during your stay in Istanbul. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its seaside.

Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam

Istanbul Cruise Ship Terminal

5/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront in Istanbul with a trip to Istanbul Cruise Ship Terminal. Add the area's stunning cathedral or shops to your travel plans.

Istanbul Cruise Ship Terminal

Istanbul Museum of Modern Art

You can browse the exhibits at Istanbul Museum of Modern Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Istanbul. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.

Istanbul Museum of Modern Art

Mixer Art Gallery

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Mixer Art Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Istanbul. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.

Mixer Art Gallery

Activities

a lot birds and their lovers.

3 Hours Bosphorus Boat Cruise with Stop in Asia Side

NZ$17
per adult
3 Hours Bosphorus Boat Cruise with Stop in Asia Side
Istanbul: Sunset or Day Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Snacks

Istanbul: Sunset or Day Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Snacks

NZ$68
per adult
Istanbul: Sunset or Day Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Snacks
Bosphorus Dinner & Show Cruise

Bosphorus Dinner & Show Cruise (All Inclusive)

NZ$93
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Bosphorus Dinner & Show Cruise (All Inclusive)
Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Guided Tour w/ Tickets

Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Guided Tour w/ Tickets

NZ$141
per adult
Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Guided Tour w/ Tickets
Istanbul: Galata Tower Entry Ticket

Istanbul: Galata Tower Entry Ticket with Audio Guide App

NZ$77
per adult
Istanbul: Galata Tower Entry Ticket with Audio Guide App
Full-Day Journey Between Two Continent of Istanbul

Full-Day Journey Between Two Continent of Istanbul (by Boat&Bus)

NZ$124
per adult
Full-Day Journey Between Two Continent of Istanbul (by Boat&Bus)
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Our pick of the best Galata Hotel Deals

DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Bereketzade Mahallesi, Bankalar Caddesi No:8, Beyoglu, Istanbul, Istanbul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$242 per night from 15 July to 16 July
NZ$242
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (535 reviews)
"Great accomodations, friendly staff!"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
5 out of 5
Inonu Cad. No 22, Kucukyali Maltepe, Istanbul
The price is NZ$167 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
NZ$167
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"Stunning hotel, excellent service, immaculately cean."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
5 out of 5
Suzer Plaza, Askerocagi Caddesi, No:6, Elmadag/Sisli, Istanbul
The price is NZ$454 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
NZ$454
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Was quick check in and upgrade our room very spacious car service taxi everything was great I will stay again and I will highly recommend"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Selectum City Atasehir
Selectum City Atasehir
5 out of 5
Dudullu Cd. 29, Istanbul, Istanbul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (801 reviews)
"Hotel staff was wonderful. Easy to communicate and friendly. Free parking is great."

Reviewed on 6 Jun. 2025

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Selectum City Atasehir
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
5 out of 5
Visnezade Mah. Acisu Sok. NO. 19, Macka Besiktas, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is NZ$547 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$547
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
"I had recommended this hotel to 2 friends last & this year without visiting myself based on reviews that I had read. I am so glad that I had the chance to visit, as it was spectacular - lobby, staff, rooms, views.. the list is endless. Great hotel option with amazing views of the Bosphorus and within ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
4 out of 5
Türbedar Sk. 20, Istanbul, Istanbul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (446 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff,the breakfast is fantastic.rooms are very clean and modern.and best of all is the location that is a walking distance to all tourist attractions."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

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Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
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Other neighbourhoods around Galata

Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry

Karaköy

Spend some time visiting places like Galata Tower while getting to know Karaköy, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Karakoy Station or Karakoy Tünel Station to see more of the area.

Karaköy
Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry

Beyoğlu

Enjoy the popular shops in Beyoğlu. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Tophane Station to see more of Istanbul.

Beyoğlu
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Sirkeci

Travellers choose Sirkeci for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sirkeci Station or Eminonu Station and check out top sights like Topkapi Palace.

Sirkeci
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Taksim

4/5(72 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Taksim. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Taksim Station or Findikli Station to see more of Istanbul.

Taksim
Blue Mosque which includes a fountain, a mosque and a pond

Sultanahmet

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Sultanahmet Square to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Sultanahmet
Istanbul which includes a city, a marina and a sunset

Fatih

4.5/5(230 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Sultanahmet Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Yusufpasa Station to see more of Istanbul.

Fatih

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