Galata Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Galata Tower
Standing for over 650 years, this imposing cylindrical lookout point continues to offer special views over the city of Istanbul.
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 stunning cathedral or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam
Enjoy an outing to Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam during your stay in Istanbul. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its seaside.
Istanbul Cruise Ship Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Istanbul with a trip to Istanbul Cruise Ship Terminal. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
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.
Mixer Art Gallery
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 stunning cathedral or shops to your travel plans.
Activities
Bosphorus Sunset or Daytime Yacht Cruise with Snacks & Live Guide
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide
Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool
Istanbul: Unlimited Turkey Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
Half day Fener-Balat Walking Tour in Turkiye
Our pick of the best Galata Hotel Deals
DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Staff were friendly
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Pera Bosphorus Hotel
The staff was incredibly helpful. More than that really. They arranged all of my airport transport. They booked and transported us to dinner , a full day tour of Istanbul and a Turkish bath. I would give them 10 stars if I could. Our room was clean. The view is incredible.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
10 Karakoy Istanbul - Special Class
Beautiful clean room. Bathroom was outstanding. Breakfast was amazing with a fantastic choice. Lovely friendly helpful staff! Would definitely stay here again
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Galata Rasso Boutique Hotel
Just want to compliment the staff and management of this hotel for a wonderful job they have had done for my stay. From the hospitable, kind reception staff down to the comfort of my hotel room and the location of the hotel itself. It’s such a wonderful hotel that I don’t want to leave. Highly ...
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
The Peninsula Istanbul
Yes and yes Great service
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Excellent hotel and great courteous service. My only peeve is that though it is a nice area but at 3/4 of a kilometer away from shopping areas.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Galata
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.
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.
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 Grand Bazaar.
Taksim
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.
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Fatih
Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Grand Bazaar is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Yusufpasa Station to see more of Istanbul.
