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Galata Tower

(Galata Kulesi)

Historic and Protected Site and Scenic Lookout

Bereketzade, Beyoğlu

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Galata Tower

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Ranked #2 for scenic views in Istanbul
"Amazing time spent here!! complete 360 views of istanbul!!"(19 Tips)
"One of the best panoramic view of the city!"(12 Tips)
"outer balcony"(9 Tips)
"Wonderful panorama city view."(3 Tips)

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MirvettiumOctober 2, 2014
Great view of the city in the evening. But if you are a woman travelling by yourself you might gain unwanted attention.
Sultan AlkusayerJanuary 11, 2014
Great food, great view, great service :)
Areej AbdullahJuly 18, 2017
Wonderful place with nice coffee and shops
Sevilay BiciciJuly 15, 2019
Amazing place. Love it👍🏾
Alireza MirzaeianMarch 28, 2016
Absolutely gorgeous view of Istanbul! A great place to try!
Moozhan AyatollahiJuly 25, 2017
Been here 25+ times
Ry not to miss sunset 🌅 from this tower👌🏻👌🏻
EmrahJuly 27, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Magic Tower; Incredible Scene, Ancient City. Yes. This is İSTANBUL! ;)
NourFebruary 1, 2015
Beautiful view in the afternoon
Haleh MoradiJuly 19, 2019
Worth waiting the line and it’s quite fast.
Nipa AkterNovember 7, 2021
Must visit place in Istanbul. Lots of little shops and cafes around
АманиMay 6, 2013
Been here 10+ times
you can see all Iistanbul from the top
HeyTripsterJuly 25, 2019
This structure has been the subject of many myths and fairy tales related to Istanbul. Read more
iamshyeeeJanuary 3, 2016
Be there early or else you will be in line for almost an hour.
Yumi MumiNovember 2, 2013
View is incredible during And after sunset ! City is even more beautiful at night!
Ali QAugust 8, 2018
Get in here early to make sure you manage to get in before the sunset.
AlevaSeptember 20, 2015
Bring your booze after dark and have a seat at the ground with your friends!
Omer ZachMarch 17, 2016
Don't fall off while posing with your selfie stick!
Murad RAugust 21, 2015
A great place and great scene. You will see all Istanbul from here.
Mutlu DeveciMarch 31, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Hello everybody, I am a professional tour guide. If you need any local guide, please don't hesitate to contact with me. www.turkey-tourguide.com
RamiMay 23, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Real heritage and great history place crowded of cool and foreign people.
Alex M.April 20, 2017
Astonishing views of the whole city.
Serene YeeOctober 28, 2015
Always a queue of people to get in and up.
Maryam AAugust 1, 2015
Great view of the Bosphorus and the city.
Merke LuukJanuary 28, 2019
Very good view on the city!
RanimAugust 24, 2017
A must see in Istanbul
Taras KnyshMay 2, 2016
Wonderful panorama city view.
Abeer SJanuary 1, 2019
One of the best area to walk in Istanbul
goli bndApril 20, 2017
One of the best historical places in Istanbul
OyeDecember 6, 2015
Best time to come is 09ish!
SarahSeptember 4, 2022
Such a nice place 💖💖💖 but it was crowded 🥹
🧟‍♀️August 5, 2015
Amazing view 👌🏽.. But the place was really crowded 🚶🏽
Nikos BFebruary 27, 2019
Expect to wait about an hour before entering on weekends.
Marialena SamaraAugust 27, 2015
Excellent view of the city but 25tl is very expensive for 10 minutes that you actually are going to stay upstairs...
Anas YasFebruary 17, 2016
A very good place to see Istanbul from the top.
MohammedNovember 28, 2018
Nice place to visit normal ticket 35
LinusDecember 30, 2019
Very good view but I had to stand in line pretty long.
Ani HabibMay 21, 2016
Great view and nice café.
mohamad agahFebruary 20, 2020
Nice view, don't miss this place.
Natalia UMarch 8, 2016
Fun, hookah, wine)
Abdul Jabar AlbeirutiFebruary 23, 2020
Been here 10+ times
It's a great place. Worth a visit
Mark J.February 20, 2015
Beautiful tower with some of the best views of the city.
KatrinAugust 31, 2012
Grab a beer in a nearby supermarket and join the crowd who populates the area in the evenings
Zara KhanOctober 20, 2014
Be prepared to wait in a very very long line.
Ertugrul MalatyaliFebruary 4, 2016
Best place in Istanbul for aerial view
Masha L💓veApril 26, 2014
I think that from this sight Istanbul is like in your hand )))
Dana KozhevnikovaMay 5, 2016
Beautiful views, must-visit in Istanbul.
Tolga DurduSeptember 12, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Great view of old city!
HananSeptember 3, 2023
A very lively area that remains open late at night.
Farid FarajiNovember 1, 2018
Lovely atmosphere. reminiscent
Cornelia SMay 6, 2013
360 degree view, but prepare for queueing for tickets for elevator and access to balcony and being rushed around.

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