Enjoy views of Istanbul’s skyline with access to Galata Tower and dive into its storied past with a flexible visit designed for every kind of traveller.

Getting started

Head to the main entrance of the Galata Tower with your flexible entry tickets anytime during the operating hours. Simply show your QR e-ticket and proceed through a quick security screening. Then, take the elevator straight to the top.

What to expect

Galata Tower

Perched above the city, the Galata Tower has transformed from a 14th-century Genoese outpost to an Ottoman observatory, guard point, and symbol of Istanbul’s rich heritage.

Features:

• Flexible entry: Visit any time during operating hours with a flexible, all-day admission ticket that lets you plan around your schedule.

• Observation deck: Take in 360° views of Istanbul, including the Golden Horn, Bosphorus Strait, and the domes and rooftops of the old city.

• Historic exhibits: Inside the tower’s museum floors, explore immersive displays that trace its multi-layered history and cultural significance through the centuries.

Extras

• Audioguide: For a seamless experience, upgrade and download the multilingual audio guide available in German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Romanian, Russian, and Chinese to explore and learn at your own pace.

• Hosted introduction: Upgrade to enjoy a hosted entry and a short introduction by a local expert right before your tower entry, giving you a richer understanding of its past and importance.

• Old Town tour: Explore beyond the Galata Tower with a guided tour of the Old Town. Enjoy expert commentary as you're guided through the Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet Square, and a visit to the Obelisk of Theodosius.