What's Galata like?
There are lots of things that visitors like about Galata, especially its shops and historical sites. Make sure that you enjoy this scenic neighbourhood's great restaurants. Learn about local heritage at top landmarks such as Galata Tower. Other popular sights worth a visit include Bosphorus.
How to get to Galata
Flying to:
- Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), 19.6 mi (31.5 km) from Galata
- Istanbul (IST), 20.1 mi (32.3 km) from Galata
Getting to Galata on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:
- Sishane-Zemin Metro Station
- Karakoy Tünel Station
- Karakoy Station
Things to see and do in and around Galata
What to see in Galata
- Galata Tower
- Bosphorus
- Istanbul Cruise Ship Terminal
- Galata Bridge
- Istiklal Avenue
Things to do in Galata
- SALT Galata
- Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam
- Istanbul Museum of Modern Art
- Galataport
- Mixer Art Gallery
Other popular Galata attractions
- Golden Horn
- Tunel Square
- Church of SS Peter & Paul
- Saint Pierre Church
- Nardis Jazz Club