Galata Travel Guide
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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.
Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam
Enjoy an outing to Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam during your stay in Istanbul. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.
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.
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.
Grand Bazaar
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Grand Bazaar, a popular shopping spot in Istanbul. Add the area's notable monuments or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
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.
Top hotels in Galata
![Istanbul Golden City Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3873400/3873325/85c33998_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024
![Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11960000/11951100/11951003/ebc81a0c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 26 May 2024
![The Peninsula Istanbul](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89590000/89587800/89587762/70e61872_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2024
![Port Bosphorus Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24320000/24316700/24316613/073d0429_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2024
![10 Karakoy Istanbul - Special Class](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9070000/9069700/9069626/9ea51b97_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024
![JW Marriott Istanbul Bosphorus](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42650000/42641600/42641512/18668d64_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Galata
![Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40868-Galata-Tower-Galata-Kulesi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40868-Galata-Tower-Galata-Kulesi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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Eminönü
Known for its breathtaking beach views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Eminönü. Check out top attractions like Grand Bazaar and Eminönü Square, and jump on the metro at Eminonu Station or Beyazit Station to see more of the city.
![Rustem Pasha Mosque which includes a bay or harbour, a mosque and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40897-Rustem-Pasha-Mosque.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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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.
![Topkapi Palace showing a river or creek, a city and a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40846-Topkapi-Palace.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Old City
Enjoy the popular shops in Old City. Grand Bazaar is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Cemberlitas Station or Sultanahmet Station to see more of Istanbul.