Istanbul Modern City: Guided Walking Tour of Galata, Pera & Taksim With Stunning Panoramic Views

Embark on a guided walking tour through Galata, Pera, and Taksim in Istanbul, experiencing stunning panoramic views and immersing yourself in the city’s modern culture and history.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Pera Palace Hotel -
  • Pera Museum -
  • Tepebaşı Katlı Otopark -
  • Passage Hazzopulo -
  • Avrupa Pasaji -
  • Cicek Pasaji -
  • St Anthony of Padua -
  • Roman Catholic Church of Santa Maria Draperis -
  • Hollanda Konsolosluğu -
  • Russian Consulate -
  • Galata Mevlevi Museum - The Galata Mevlevi House Museum, or…
What's Included
  • All Local Taxes
  • Professional Guidance
What's Not Included
  • Tips
  • Entry Admissions
Additional Information

Embarking on a guided walking tour through Galata, Pera, and Taksim is not just a journey through the streets of Istanbul; it’s a passage through time and culture. From the medieval Galata Tower to the contemporary vibe of Taksim Square, this tour offers a kaleidoscopic experience that captures the essence of Istanbul’s modern city life. Let the city’s…

Location
Eskici pera
İstiklal Caddesi
In front of the Eskici PERA Bar
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Yasin_o
May 7, 2025
Excellent from start to finish - Our tour guide was very friendly, knowledgeable and didn't rush us through each spot but took her time to explain the significance of each area. I would highly recommend this walking tour to anyone that wants to learn about the rich vibrant history of the area
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Annakatharinad2025
Mar 16, 2025
Great tour with the wonderful Rose - We did this tour first thing after arriving in Istanbul and we could not have had a better start! Rose is a wonderful guide with great knowledge about the area and Istanbul in general, we had a great time!
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Jeffreytw7536uc
Mar 12, 2025
Excellent host - Rose was a wonderful host. She provided the perfect amount of detail and storytelling. She is clearly passionate and qualified and it made for a phenomenal introduction to Istanbul and its history. Highly recommend.
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H53uxsamuels
Mar 12, 2025
Highly recommend and will definitely book again when I come back to Istanbul! - This experience is one of a kind. It's like having your personal expert guide for the whole experience and it's all about what you want and need to get the most out of your trip. Highly recommend for people to book this experience with Rose! My experience: I requested for a Turkish Breakfast experience and Yacht experience, which was amazing but I got so much more! From making a new friend, to learning more history, to having a company walking and exploring Galata and Karakoy, to enjoying a cup of coffee in the instagrammable cafés. I got lots of good recommendations for eating from local food to gastro (which is important to me!) 😊 a bonus was even having good company for dinner on a nice rooftop gastro restaurant overlooking the city! The host: Very respectful. As a woman and solo traveler, this is very important to me. I felt safe and at ease. I enjoyed the stories and felt very happy to know that I have made a new friend. Highly recommend and will definitely book again when I come back to Istanbul!
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Olinp2025
Jan 26, 2025
Amazing day, a must do tour!! - This private tour with Rose was one of the best day tours I have ever done. She is incredibly knowledgeable and shared so much history and other information with us. She is a great guide and shares information in a way that keeps it interesting. This tour covered a lot of highlights of Istanbul and saved us a lot of time as we were able to get into some venues quicker. We’ll definitely come back to Istanbul and book more private tour with Rosa. Great job.
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C5964hcjoec
Jan 17, 2025
I highly recommend this tour - Rose is an excellent guide, a great storyteller, and always willing to go beyond the typical tour experience. This was my first time with a guide and using the platform, and it was a perfect 10/10. Rose is not only friendly and knowledgeable but also knows unique, off-the-beaten-path locations that add an extra layer to the journey. Her expertise and warm personality made the experience truly exceptional.
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G5515qymartinl
Dec 23, 2024
Very informative tour with a very good guide - We had such great time with TG. She is a passionate guide with lots of history background. Definitely recommend her storytelling.
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I8431awalexs
Dec 1, 2024
Thanks Rosa - Rosa is a great story teller and historian and answered our questions with enthusiasm. My 12 and 14 year olds were just as enthralled as I was. My 12 year old said this: “You can tell Rosa really loves what she does!” High praise indeed to inspire a child who watches you do a job you love! Thanks again, Rosa! We highly recommend your tour!
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Maximelb1033xo
Nov 25, 2024
Overall excellent! - Rose is an excellent guide. She customized the experience for us and made efficient use of the time to show us the key historical sights while also making time for photos, icecream and lunch.
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Jorge_h
Oct 21, 2024
Great Tour with Ely - Great tour with Ely, very knowledgeable and pleasant for answering all our questions. Highly recommended.
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From $52
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).