Byzantine Galata Tour: Explore Historic Istanbul

Step back in time to the Byzantine era on this captivating walking tour of Galata Hillside. Explore historic churches, synagogues, and the iconic Galata Tower while learning fascinating stories from your guide.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Beyoğlu - Galata is a renowned and historic neighborhood in Istanbul, situated in the Beyoğlu district on the European side. It is famous for the Galata Tower, a medieval stone structure offering stunning panoramic views of the Bosphorus, the Golden Horn, and the old city.
  • Karakoy - Karaköy is a vibrant and diverse neighborhood in Istanbul,…
What's Included
  • Entrance fees included
  • Professional guide
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Entrance Fees ( Galata Tower )
Additional Information

Embark on a half-day stroll through the Galata hillside and surrounding regions, revisiting the time of the Byzantine Empire. Start your journey with a hotel pickup in an air-conditioned car in Istanbul, before heading out to the Galata district situated on the north bank of the stunning Golden Horn. Traverse the peaceful hillside, once home to…

Location
Caribou Coffee
Rıhtım Caddesi
Caribou Coffee Karaköy
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Derekh_r
Sep 21, 2025
Fun, factual Fatih - Our tour guide, Fatih, was brilliant actually. A fountain of local knowledge delivered in a fun and very friendly manner. A delightful and polite young man, we would recommend him for this walking tour
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A972pxdh
Aug 16, 2025
Galata Fun, Galata Facts! - We had such a great time on this tour! It was not only a lot of fun but also densely informative—we really felt like we got our money’s worth. We learned so much about Galata and its history, and our guide, Baroc, was excellent: knowledgeable, engaging, and made everything come to life. Highly recommend!
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Smith1958
Aug 7, 2025
Great Day with Burak - I had a great tour today with Burak. He was very knowledgeable about the history of the Jews in Istanbul/Turkey. Although he himself is not Jewish, he seems to know a lot of people who are and has stories to relate about their experiences. I was lucky enough to be the only guest in this group so we had a lot of time to discuss many topics.
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Trevanian88
Aug 2, 2025
Excellent Tour! - Amazing tour by an extremely knowledgeable and very friendly tour guide. Highly recommended to anyone traveling to Istanbul
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Richardbw9082sh
Jul 24, 2025
- Hussein was a great guide. Knowledgeable and well versed. The tour itinerary was well planned. Enjoyed the treat of the stuffed mussels. Can highly recommend the tour. Communication is also great.
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Meander63363228969
Jul 24, 2025
- A very good experience, the guide has a great knowledge of the city and lots of anecdotes to tell about the places we encounter during our visit.
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Elizabeth_v
Jul 14, 2025
Wonderful day spent strolling through modern Istanbul - It’s a walking tour and some areas are a bit steep. But Barak goes at your pace. He is so knowledgeable and passionate. Eon
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Navigator13550475499
Jul 12, 2025
Galata-Taksim-Istiklal-Karakoy guided walking tour - Burak from the Galata-Taksim-Istiklal-Karakoy guided walking tour in Istanbul was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, upbeat, and dedicated.
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K5377llelenam
Jul 10, 2025
Absolute highlight of our Istanbul visit - We had a great afternoon tour. The meeting was super easy in a coffee and then we strolled through the city. Have seen many things and learned what wit would never have seen without the guide. Absolute highlight of our Istanbul visit!
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85maijav
Jun 26, 2025
Galata area walking with guide - It was perfect walking tour with our guide Burak. A lot of sightseeing in Galata area, interesting facts and insights. Highly recommended.
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From $29
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).