Descripción general
Explore the social and cultural hub of Galata
Walk through the Beyoglu Cultural Route and soak in the sights, sounds, and smells
Visit the iconic medieval stone tower known as the Galata Tower
Snap photos of the picturesque Camondo Stairs
See the famous Galata Bridge that spans the Golden Horn
Stroll around the historic neighborhoods of Fener and Balat
Stop by the bustling Spice Bazaar
Enjoy the intimacy of a private/small group tour
Last-minute booking is available for the meeting point option
- Recomendado por el 98 % de los viajeros
- Distintivo de excelencia
- Cancelación gratuita hasta 24 horas antes
- Entrada en el móvil
Qué incluye
Drinking water
English, French, Spanish-speaking tour guide
Tram tickets
Lunch
Personal expenses
Hotel pick up and/or drop off
Galata Tower Entrance fee (EUR 23 per person)
Punto de encuentro y recogida
Los viajeros se reúnen en el punto de encuentro.
Punto de encuentro
Meeting Point: Exit gate of the Tunel funicular Beyoglu station (Asmalı Mescit, Tünel Myd. 2-20, 34421 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Turquía). Look for a guide wearing a TripGuru shirt or holding a TripGuru sign.
Información útil
Please be advised that the Galata Tower is closed for maintenance until May 1st. However, the Galata Walking Tour will continue as planned, showcasing alternative enchanting attractions such as the Galata Bridge, Spice Bazaar, Fener, Balat, and more.
What to Bring:
Camera
Hat/umbrella
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Comfortable shoes
Bug spray
Cash (for personal expenses)
Important Information:
Punctuality: Kindly be at your meeting point at least 10 minutes before the stated meeting time. The tour guides will only wait a maximum of 10 minutes for you before proceeding to the next stop.
Traffic: If you are headed to the meeting point, we would like to stress that heavy traffic in the mornings is expected, and can vary greatly when compared to the travel time stated in navigation apps (e.g. Google Maps, Waze, etc.). Please make sure to consider leaving with enough time to reach your destination.
Qué esperar
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30 min
Located on the northern side of the Golden Horn, Galata is a social and cultural hub steeped in history and awash with numerous picturesque sites. If you’ve got half a day to spare, go on this walking tour around some of the area’s best spots!
Meet at the bustling Tunel Funicular Beyoglu Station, one of the endpoints for the historic Tunel Funicular Line, one of the world's oldest underground railways still in use today. Then we’ll walk through the Beyoglu Cultural Route, renowned for its rich history, diverse culture, and artistic ambiance.
We’ll wander through the busy streets and soak up the sights, sounds, smells, and more. We’ll spy vendors selling their wares, locals going to and fro on their daily commute, and witness the energetic atmosphere of the area. -
Galata Tower
1 hora
Then we’ll head to the area’s focal point, Galata Tower. Considered one of the symbols of Istanbul, this historic monument was also included in the UNESCO World Heritage Temporary List in 2013. It is thought to be one of the oldest towers in the world, dating back to 500 AD.
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30 min
Next, we’ll pass by the Camondo Stairs, an art deco-style pedestrian stairwell that is eye-catching for its ribbon-like design. We’ll snap some photos by the stylish steps before heading to Galata Bridge. This iconic bridge that spans the Golden Horn is a central part of Galata, featuring in numerous Turkish literature, poems, theater, novels, and more. We’ll cross the bridge and take photos of the view before taking the tram to Fener.
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Fener & Balat
30 min
Once there, we’ll explore two of Istanbul’s oldest neighborhoods, Fener and Balat, checking out the colorful streets, and historic houses, and catching glimpses of the local life and atmosphere before heading to the Spice Bazaar, where we’ll wander around the bustling aisles before we end the tour.
Condiciones de cancelación
Para obtener un reembolso completo, cancele al menos 24 horas antes de la hora de inicio.
Las horas son locales de la experiencia (Europe/Istanbul).
Información adicional.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Se acepta entrada móvil o impresa
- Hasta 12 viajeros por reserva
Preguntas frecuentes: Galata Walking Tour: Galata Tower, Galata Bridge, Fener & More
¿Puedo cancelar Galata Walking Tour: Galata Tower, Galata Bridge, Fener & More gratis?
Sí. Para obtener un reembolso completo, cancele al menos 24 horas antes de la hora de inicio.
¿Cuánto dura?
Dura aproximadamente 5 horas 30 min.
¿Qué lugares visita?
Visita: Galata Tower, Fener & Balat.
¿En qué idiomas se ofrece?
Se ofrece en: Alemán, Portugués, Inglés, Italiano, Español.
¿Qué condición física se necesita?
Apto para todos los niveles de condición física.
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