Galata Travel Guide
Istanbul
Popular places to visit
Galata Tower
Istanbul’s medieval lookout point offers panoramic views across city’s historic district and the water of the Golden Horn.
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 shops 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 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 stunning cathedral or notable monuments 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.
Tunel Square
Find out about the history of Istanbul when you take a trip to Tunel Square. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Istanbul Hop On Hop Off Bus\24 Hours Ticket
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul
Bosphorus Dinner & Show Cruise (All Inclusive)
Open-Top Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour in Istanbul
Dolmabahce Palace & Harem Skip-the-Line Entry & Audio Guide
Istanbul Diamond Membership Access to Over 500 Coupons
Top hotels in Galata
10 Karakoy Istanbul - Special Class
Very clean room and kind service. Location was great to get to many places. Just a 10 minute walk across the bridge. Loved it.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Room was great, staff friendly, great location.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 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
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
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- Hotels in Galata by Star Rating
- Choose Your Galata Hotel Style
- Hotels in top Istanbul neighborhoods