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Galata Tower opening hours | Best time to visit, duration, & visitor tips

Today

Open 8:30am–10pm

Galata Tower

Jun 1 TO Dec 31 Timings

Days (Jun 1 TO Dec 31)

TIMINGS
Monday 8:30am–10:00pm
Tuesday 8:30am–10:00pm
Wednesday 8:30am–10:00pm
Thursday 8:30am–10:00pm
Friday (Today)8:30am–10:00pm
Saturday 8:30am–10:00pm
Sunday 8:30am–10:00pm

May 1 TO May 31 Timings

Days (May 1 TO May 31)

TIMINGS
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Galata Tower Istanbul

Opening Hours

  • Daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM (Winter: November - April)
  • Daily 8:30 AM to 11:00 PM (Summer: April - October)

Best time to visit the Galata Tower

Weekday vs Weekend

  • With fewer crowds and waiting times, weekdays are the best time to visit Galata Tower as compared to the weekends. The observation deck is also less crowded, providing uninterrupted views. 
  • To avoid the crowds on weekdays, visit early in the morning at opening time or late in the evening, near closing time. This will also allow you to photograph the views in the scenic morning light or the city lit up at dusk.
  • If you don’t mind navigating some crowds, visit during the early evenings, when the Galata Tower offers splendid sunset views.

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Sun

Pleasant
Crowded
Very Crowded

Peak season vs Low season

  • For the best experience, the right time to visit Galata Tower is during the off-peak season months of April and May (spring) and September and October (autumn). During these seasons, the weather is optimal, and there are fewer people, making it easier for you to explore the tower.
  • You can also visit Galata Tower during the off-season winter months from December to February. The absence of tourists and the often lower ticket prices make up for the colder weather. And the views are just as spectacular.

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Off Season
Moderate Season
Peak Season