Istanbul: Galata, Taksim, Istiklal & Karaköy Walking Tour
Overview
Travel back to the era of the Byzantine Empire with this half-day walking tour of the Galata hillside and nearby areas. Get picked up at your hotel in Istanbul with an air-conditioned vehicle, then depart for the Galata area, located at the northern shore of the majestic Golden Horn. Walk through the serene hillside, once filled with numerous orchards during the Byzantine era, and take in the gorgeous view of the Golden Horn, an inlet of water surrounded by skyscrapers and lush green forests. Check out the exterior of the Galata Tower, a medieval stone tower, and listen to stories from your guide about how the neighborhood became a Genoese colony from the 6th to the 15th century. Explore the narrow streets of Istanbul to visit famous churches and synagogues before stopping by the Camondo Steps, a famous pedestrian walkway in Banks Street that was built by the Camondo family circa 1870-1880. You'll hear more interesting stories from your guide as you drop by hospitals and schools.
What's Included
- Guide
- Lunch
- Entrance Fees ( Galata Tower )
Meeting Location
Kemankeş Karamustafa Paşa
Rıhtım Caddesi, 34425 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Beyoğlu
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Karakoy
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Kamondo Stairs
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Salt Galata
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Istiklal Caddesi
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
Church of Saint Anthony of Padua
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-9398P373
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