Book Galata Tower Tickets

Soar above Istanbul’s skyline for panoramic views from Galata Tower and learn its rich history.

• Everything you get: Enjoy flexible entry and elevator access to the top of the Galata Tower anytime during the day. Explore exhibits detailing its roles as a watchtower, prison, and observatory.
• Why choose this: Experience Istanbul’s most legendary views and explore centuries of history in one visit, at your own pace, with tickets valid for a whole day.
• Upgrades: Enhance your visit with a multilingual audio guide, hosted entry, skip-the-line tickets, or a guided tour of the Old Town and the Blue Mosque.

Inclusions

• Skip-the-line entry to Galata Tower

• Elevator access to the top

Additional paid upgrades:

• Downloadable multilingual audioguide in German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Romanian, Russian, and Chinese

• Timed hosted entry to Galata Tower

• Short guided introduction about the Galata Tower

• Skip-the-line entry to Galata Tower

• 60-min Blue Mosque guided tour with entry

• Istanbul Sultanahmet Square guided tour

• Visit to the Obelisk of Theodosius

Exclusions

• Food and drinks

• Hotel transfers

• Transportation

What to bring

• Bring your ticket (received via booking confirmation email) and keep it with you throughout your visit, as you may be asked to present it at the exit.
• Ensure your smartphone is fully charged and bring your own headphones to use the audio guide.
• Download the audio guide in advance to avoid connectivity issues during your visit.

What’s not allowed

• Food and drinks are not allowed inside the tower.
• Pets are not permitted.
• Skipping the security line is not possible; all visitors must wait in this queue.

Accessibility

• The Galata Tower is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• The ticket is valid for the entire day within the venue’s operating hours (Monday–Sunday: 8:30am–10pm; Saturday until 11pm).
• During the high season, especially in summer, you may encounter wait times to enter the monument.
• Elevator access is available to the top of the tower.

Double the skip-the-line convenience with entry to the Galata Tower and the subterranean Basilica Cistern.

• Everything you get at Galata Tower: Skip-the-line entry to Galata Tower, elevator access to the top, and a multilingual audio guide. Explore the Tower’s exhibits at your own pace and view Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, and the Suleymaniye Mosque from the top.
• Everything you get at Basilica Cistern: Skip-the-line entry to the underground Basilica Cistern, once part of the Byzantine water system. Explore this sunken palace, home to an artificial lake, with a multilingual audio guide detailing its history and Byzantine engineering design.
• Why choose this combo: Save money with this combo that covers two of Istanbul’s top attractions with skip-the-line convenience, allowing you to make the most of your day.

Inclusions Galata Tower

• Skip-the-line entry to Galata Tower

• Elevator access to the top

• Multilingual audioguide

Basilica Cistern

• Skip-the-line entry to Basilica Cistern

• Multilingual audioguide

Exclusions Galata Tower and Basilica Cistern

• Guided tour

• Food and drinks

What to bring

Galata Tower

• Bring your ticket (received via booking confirmation email) and keep it with you throughout your visit, as you may be asked to present it at the exit.
• Ensure your smartphone is fully charged and bring your own headphones to use the audio guide.
• Download the audio guide in advance to avoid connectivity issues during your visit.

Basilica Cistern

• Wear comfortable shoes with a good grip as the stone floor can be damp and slightly slippery.
• Bring a light jacket or shawl; it stays cool underground even in warm weather.
• Carry wired headphones if you plan to use an audio guide app, as Bluetooth often struggles underground.
• Have your phone fully charged for photos and the audio guide (there are no charging stations inside).

What’s not allowed

Galata Tower

• Food and drinks are not allowed inside the tower.
• Pets are not permitted at the venues.
• Skipping the security line is not possible; all visitors must wait in this queue.

Basilica Cistern

• Flash photography is not permitted.
• Tripods and selfie sticks are not allowed due to space and safety concerns.
• Eating, drinking, and smoking are strictly prohibited inside the cistern.

Accessibility

Galata Tower

• The Galata Tower is not wheelchair accessible.

Basilica Cistern

• The site is partially accessible; there is a lift near the exit on Alemdar Street near the tram line, but the walking path inside may be uneven in places.
• Wheelchair users may need assistance, especially around corners or where the lighting is low.
• There are no elevators inside the cistern, and seating is extremely limited.

Additional information

Galata Tower and Basilica Cistern

• Your ticket allows you to skip the ticket queue, but all visitors must go through a security check.
• During high season, especially in summer, you may encounter wait times to enter the attractions.

Galata Tower

• The ticket is valid for the entire day within the venue’s operating hours (Monday–Sunday: 8:30am–10pm; Saturday until 11pm).

See panoramic cityscape views from the Galata Tower and skyline reflections during a Bosphorus cruise.

• Everything you get at Galata Tower: Skip-the-line entry to Galata Tower with express elevator access to the observation deck for 360° views of Istanbul’s skyline and landmarks like Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia. Get a multilingual audioguide for self-paced exploration.
• Everything you get on the Bosphorus Dinner Cruise: Go on a 3-hour evening cruise along the Bosphorus Strait with a reserved private table and a 4-course Turkish dinner. Enjoy live entertainment, including folk dances, whirling dervishes, and DJ music with night views of illuminated landmarks.
• Why choose this combo: Save more money while combining culture and an authentic Turkish cuisine with aerial and on-the-water views of the city with this package.

Inclusions Galata Tower

• Skip-the-line entry to Galata Tower

• Elevator access to the top

• Multilingual audioguide

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise

• 3-hour Bosphorus cruise

• Private & reserved table

• 4-course Turkish dinner (menu here)

• Live entertainment, including Turkish folk dance, whirling dervish and sword shows, and a DJ

• Unlimited soft drinks

• Free Wi-Fi on board

Exclusions Galata Tower

• Food and drinks

• Transportation

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise

• Hotel transfers

• Gratuities

What to bring

Galata Tower

• Bring your ticket (received via booking confirmation email) and keep it with you throughout your visit, as you may be asked to present it at the exit.
• Ensure your smartphone is fully charged and bring your own headphones to use the audio guide.
• Download the audio guide in advance to avoid connectivity issues during your visit.

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise

• All guests must bring an ID to enter. Foreign guests are required to show their passports and visa details upon arrival.
• Bring long-sleeved clothes or a shawl for chilly, windy weather.

What’s not allowed

Galata Tower

• Food and drinks are not allowed inside the tower.
• Pets are not permitted at the venue.
• Skipping the security line is not possible; all visitors must wait in this queue.

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise

• Smoking is prohibited during this experience.
• Due to cruise restrictions, pets are not permitted.

Accessibility

Galata Tower

• The Galata Tower is not wheelchair accessible.

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise

• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

Galata Tower

• The ticket is valid for the entire day within the venue’s operating hours (Monday–Sunday: 8:30am–10pm; Saturday until 11pm).
• During high season, especially in summer, you may encounter wait times to enter the monument.
• Elevator access is available to the top of the tower.

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise

• The cruise operator can accommodate dietary preferences like vegetarian, pescatarian, and halal.
• Onboard languages include English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Dutch, and Russian.
• This experience depends on weather conditions. If cancelled due to bad weather, you have the option of a full refund or rescheduling.

Experience Istanbul’s Old Town with a guided Blue Mosque tour and skip-the-line Galata Tower entry.

• Everything you get: Enjoy a 60-min guided tour of the Blue Mosque, with expert commentary, before you stroll through Sultanahmet Square and visit the Obelisk of Theodosius. Then skip the ticket line and head straight up the Galata Tower with elevator access and an audioguide.
• Why choose this: Maximise your time and experience exploring Istanbul’s rich history and skyline without the hassle of multiple tickets or waiting in queues.

Inclusions

• Skip-the-line entry to Galata Tower during operating hours

• Elevator access to the top

• 60-min Blue Mosque guided tour with entry

• Istanbul Sultanahmet Square guided tour

• Visit to the Obelisk of Theodosius

• Downloadable multilingual audioguide in German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Romanian, Russian, and Chinese

Exclusions

• Food and drinks

What to bring

• Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
• Wear comfortable shoes, as the walking tour includes cobblestone streets and some uphill paths.
• Dress modestly for the Blue Mosque visit: women are kindly asked to cover their hair and shoulders; men should avoid wearing shorts. Scarves are usually provided at the entrance.

What’s not allowed

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• Pets are not permitted at the venues.
• Food and drinks are not allowed inside the venues.
• Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not allowed inside religious sites.

Accessibility

• This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• Skipping the security line at Galata Tower is not permitted; all guests must pass through security checks.
• Your Galata Tower ticket allows entry at any time during the day.
• Photography is allowed, but please be respectful, especially in religious sites.

Go on a Bosphorus cruise, a guided Blue Mosque tour, plus access to up to 10 landmarks & experiences like Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and a dervish show.

• Everything you get: All levels of passes include a Blue Mosque tour, a Bosphorus dinner cruise, a 5-ride transportation card, multilingual audio guides for all attractions, a digital guidebook, and a city map to navigate it all. Get additional access to two top landmarks or experiences like Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and Dolmabahçe Palace, guided tours including the Asian side walking tour, hop-on hop-off bus tours, Turkish bath or Dervish ceremony.
• Why choose this: Think of this as your Istanbul starter kit: metro rides, a cruise, guided entry to the Blue Mosque, and all the maps and audio you’ll need to navigate the city! Plus, entry to two landmarks of your choice.
• Upgrades: Choose the Premium Pass to visit 4 attractions or experiences, or go all in with the Deluxe Pass to unlock 10 of the city’s best attractions and experiences, with all tickets delivered straight to your inbox.

Inclusions

• Included with the MegaPass

  • Blue Mosque guided tour

  • Bosphorus sightseeing cruise

  • 5-ride Istanbul transportation card

  • Multilingual audio guides for all attractions

  • Digital guidebook

  • City, tram, and metro map

• Additional inclusions based on the pass option selected

  • Landmarks & Palaces: Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, & Dolmabahce Palace (choose 2/4/10 depending on your pass tier)

  • Sightseeing tours: Asian side walking tour, hop-on hop-off bus tour, Bosphorus sunset yacht cruise with snacks (based on your pass tier)

  • Cultural experiences: Turkish bath or hammam experience, Whirling Dervish ceremony, & Bosphorus dinner cruise (based on your pass tier)

• Click [here] for full details

What to bring

• Wear comfortable walking shoes, as many included attractions involve uneven paths, stairs, or long distances.
• Modest attire is a must for religious landmarks. Bring a scarf or shawl if you're visiting the Hagia Sophia or the Blue Mosque.

What's not allowed

• Flash photography, food, and large bags are not allowed inside most museums and historic sites.
• Revealing clothing is not permitted in mosques; shoulders and knees must be covered for entry.

Accessibility

• Most attractions offer partial wheelchair access, but areas like the Upper Gallery at Hagia Sophia and the Harem at Topkapi Palace require you to climb up a flight of stairs.

Additional information

• The pass guarantees 7 essentials, including a public transport card, guided Blue Mosque tour, 90-min Bosphorus cruise, and audio guides.
• Add on landmarks and experiences as per the pass you pick. Get the list of included and optional attractions [here].
• All activities are open-entry with no reservations required; only the Bosphorus Dinner Cruise needs to be booked in advance.
• The pass is valid for 7 consecutive days from your selected start date.
• You’re free to visit multiple attractions each day, but each attraction can only be accessed once with your pass.
• Skip-the-line access is included, but security checks still apply at all venues.
• The multilingual audio guides are available offline, so you don't have to rely on a spotty signal.
• The included transport card can be used across trams, ferries, buses, and metros—no need to buy separate tickets, but make sure to validate your card at necessary stops.
• The digital guidebook includes curated tips and navigation shortcuts between included attractions, helping you plan smarter and save time.
• Access to the main prayer hall on the ground floor of the Hagia Sophia is restricted for tourists. You can only visit the upper floor visiting area.
• The Asian side walking tour is one of the best ways to see a non-touristy, authentic side of Istanbul. It's slower-paced and culturally rich.
• The upper deck of hop-on-hop-off buses offers the best views across the Bosphorus Bridge.
• Choose traditional hammams for a more authentic experience.
• Opt for evening Dervish sessions for a quieter, more atmospheric setting, and sit closer to the front for a better view of the whirling ritual.
• The window seats fill up fast on cruises; arrive early to grab the best spots.

Inclusions Bosphorus cruise

• 90-minute Bosphorus cruise

• Audio guide in English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Arabic, and Chinese

Galata Tower

• Entry to Galata Tower

• Downloadable audio guide

• Express elevator to the lookout platform

Exclusions Bosphorus cruise

• Headphones

Bosphorus cruise

• Galata Tower
• Dolmabahce Palace
• Ciragan Palace
• Ortaköy Mosque
• Bosphorus Bridge
• Beylerbeyi Palace
• Üsküdar
• Maiden Tower
• Topkapi Palace
• Hagia Sophia
• Seaside Villas

Galata Tower

• Tip: Treat yourself to traditional Turkish delicacies at the Galata Restaurant at the top of the tower.
• The Galata Tower's observation deck requires climbing over 200 stairs. This may not be suitable for individuals with mobility issues.

Bosphorus cruise

• Tip: After the cruise, savor fresh seafood delicacies at Anadolu Kavigi, a fishing village that used to be a checkpoint since Byzantine times.