Galata Travel Guide
Istanbul
Popular places to visit
Galata Tower
You can learn more about the history of Istanbul when you visit a top site such as Galata Tower. Stroll along the seaside or visit the notable monuments in the area.
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.
Taksim Square
You can learn about the local history of Istanbul during your trip to a well-known site such as Taksim Square. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums.
Blue Mosque
Find out about the history of Blue Mosque, one of the top monuments in Istanbul. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.
Hagia Sophia
Hagia Sophia is a popular museum in Istanbul with a story of its own. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Top hotels in Galata
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
DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Staff were friendly
Reviewed on 17 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
The Peninsula Istanbul
Yes and yes Great service
Reviewed on 18 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 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.
Galata Travel Guide
- Places of interest
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- Galata Tower
- Galataport
- SALT Galata
- Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam
- Mixer Art Gallery
- Tunel Square
- Galata Whirling Dervish Hall
- Jewish Museum of Türkiye
- Kamondo Stairs
- Yeralti Camii
- Tarik Zafer Tunaya Cultural Center
- Tophane Fountain
- Kilic Ali Pasha Mosque
- Aya Nikola Church
- Crimean Memorial Church
- Neve Shalom Synagogue
- Arab Mosque
- Nusretiye Mosque
- Church of SS Peter & Paul
- Saint Pierre Church
- Sanatkarlar Parki
- Askenazi Synagogue
- Azapkapi Sokollu Mehmet Paşa Camii
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