Galata
Istanbul
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 notable monuments or stunning cathedral 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 notable monuments 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 notable monuments or shops 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 trip to Istanbul. Visit the area's stunning cathedral 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 travels to Istanbul. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Things to do
3 Hours Bosphorus Boat Cruise with Stop in Asia Side
Istanbul: Sunset or Day Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Snacks
Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Guided Tour w/ Tickets
Istanbul: Galata Tower Entry Ticket with Audio Guide App
Full-Day Journey Between Two Continent of Istanbul (by Boat&Bus)
Istanbul Topkapi Palace and Harem Small-Group Guided Tour
Top hotels in Galata
The Peninsula Istanbul
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025
DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025
Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Galata
Karaköy
Consider a visit to Galata Tower and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Karaköy. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Karakoy Station or Karakoy Tünel Station.
Beyoğlu
Travelers love Beyoğlu for its popular shops, and you can see more of Istanbul by jumping on the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Tophane Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Taksim Square and Galata Tower.
Sirkeci
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Sirkeci. Spend some time visiting top spots like Topkapi Palace, and catch the metro at Sirkeci Station or Eminonu Station to see more of the area.
Taksim
Taksim Square and Istiklal Avenue are top sights in Taksim, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Taksim Station or Findikli Station to see more sights in the area.
Sultanahmet
Enjoy the popular shops in Sultanahmet. Blue Mosque is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Sultanahmet Station or Cemberlitas Station to see more of Istanbul.
Fatih
Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia are top sights in Fatih, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Aksaray Station or Yusufpasa Station to see more sights in the area.
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