General information
| Destination |
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| Istanbul, Turkey |
Program details
See Istanbul from the best point of view on top of the Galata Tower and enjoy a walking tour with a local specialist in the most interesting neighborhood in Istanbul.
Highlights
Awe at Bosphorus and majestic Istanbul from the top of a Medieval Tower dating back to the Genovese era
Explore the neighborhood of Galata with a 90 minutes guided walking tour
Witness the great cultural diversity of centuries through the vibrant streets between Taksim and Karaköy
Have a ride at one of the oldest subways in the world
Express elevator up to the lookout platform of the Galata Towe
The tour starts right in front of the Galata Tower. Your guide will introduce the area and the tower as he/she takes you to the elevators. Once you reach to the upper part of the tower, there will be the best panoramic view from the balconies. You will see the glorious monuments like Hagia Sophia Museum, Suleymaniye Mosque or the Topkapi Palace and also the unique geography of Istanbul around Bosphorus.
After your free time all around the balconies, your tour continues at the centuries old streets of Galata. The walking tour will take you downhill to the seaside. From there, you will go up with one of the oldest subways of the world in 5 minutes to see the famous Istiklal Street. At the Galata and Pera you will discover the living memories of different cultures, nationalities, religions. On the way will be various churches, synagogues, temples, architectural buildings with international styles, stories about the people. This part of Istanbul will show you another angle to witness the cultural background of the city.
The program will end around the tower again. Your guide will show you how to reach to different transportation options according to your destination afterwards. These areas you will cover on the tour also include very popular shopping and eating places with many options. After the tour, you can discover this interesting area on your own. If you need any suggestions you can ask your local guide to enjoy your trip even more.
Languages
Guided walking tour: English
Italiano
