Discover one of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks with this hassle-free Galata Tower experience, where you will step into a monument dating back to the 14th century, enjoy breathtaking views of the city, and uncover the fascinating history that has made the tower a symbol of Istanbul.
Meet your host by the historic Bereketzade Fountain, right next to the tower. They’ll give you a short introduction about the tower’s history and importance before guiding you to the entrance. Then, head inside and explore at your own pace. Your host will accompany you to the entrance of the Galata Tower and provide a short introduction. After entering the tower with the host, you will explore inside on your own.
An audio guide is included and available in 25 languages: English, German, Russian, Persian, Arabic, French, Italian, Chinese, Dutch, Spanish, Hindi, Romanian, Ukrainian, Korean, Turkish, Bulgarian, Polish, Swedish, Japanese, Indonesian, Greek, Hungarian, Portuguese, Urdu, and Croatian.
Meet your host by the historic Bereketzade Fountain, right next to Galata Tower. Your host will be holding a white flag or purple-and-fuchsia umbrella and will share a short introduction about the tower’s history and importance before guiding you to the entrance. Then, head inside and explore at your own pace. Enjoy the amazing views and experience this iconic spot without waiting in line. Please note that this is not a guided tour. Your host will accompany you to the entrance and provide the introduction, but you will visit the tower on your own.
• All you need to do is meet your host at least 15 minutes before your selected tour time. The host will be waiting in front of Bereketzade Fountain, holding either a white flag or a purple-fuchsia umbrella with the Istanbul Tourist Pass® logo.
• The “Galata Tower Hosted Entry Ticket” includes fast-track entry with a host and an audio guide, allowing you to explore the tower independently.
• The audio guide can be accessed online with a QR code. It’s a digital recording, not a physical device.
• Galata Tower does not provide internet access, so it is recommended to download the audio guide before your visit.
• Please note that while you can skip the ticket purchase lines, security checks at the entrance of Galata Tower are mandatory and may require waiting in line.
Price varies by option