Istanbul · GALATA TOWER TOURS
6 reviewed
This is the shortlist worth booking: the 6 galata tower tours that earn their place, each with its price, its rating, and the one thing to know before you commit.
Get a flexible Galata Tower entry ticket with an English audio guide for panoramic 360 views over Istanbul, plus QR-code fast entry.
“Amazing and quick! Way better than waiting in line to purchase ticket!”
Build a one-of-a-kind Turkish mosaic table lamp in Galata, with tea, Turkish delight, and all materials included, in about 2 hours.
“We really loved this lamp workshop. Our family of 5 (including 2 college age kids, a high schooler)l, and a husband that doesn’t normally enjoy “arts and crafts”) had so much fun making our lamps. The workshop staffers were very friendly and helpful, and we’d highly recommend this as a fun stop during a vacation to Istanbul.”
Hosted entry to Istanbul’s Galata Tower with a 25-language audio guide, quick host help, and sweeping Bosphorus/Golden Horn views.
“We were late for our meeting point and the agent kindly rearranged with the carrier for our party to be included in the next booking. We have found our excursions easy to book and questions quickly answered with a live agent.”
Create a signature perfume in Galata: blend 90+ essences, learn Ottoman layers, take home 50ml, with tea in 2 hours.
“Esin was super helpful.and knowledgeable along with the other staff at the venue. thanks. An enjoyable couple of hours.”
Make your own 50ml perfume in a stylish Galata atelier near Galata Tower, mixing 90+ notes with tea, guidance, and Ottoman fragrance tips.
“I had an AMAZING time. I met a mother and daughter from Maine and we had a blast. Our perfumer was HILARIOUS. He made the experience so much fun. We were mixing some crazy oils and he was able to help us balance everything. I can’t wait for my perfume to be set and ready to spray on. Hopefully it’s not too strong.”
A 2-hour Galata walk with tower views, Istiklal Avenue, Galata Bridge photos, and Karaköy streets, led by friendly multilingual guides.
“It was just the two of us with Hussein and we really enjoyed the pace and level of information he shared on the tour.”
