Decoration of Galata Tower

Galata Tower    

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(10.1K) · Historical landmark in Istanbul, Turkey
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Mar 19, 2025
Well worth the experience, fantastic views from the top. We didn’t queue up long and could spend as long as you like up the top. Highly recommend a visit!Full review by Voyager42432445495
Mar 18, 2025
Built by the Genoese in the mid-14th century the tower is claimed to be substantially original. It certainly has a bit of a Romanesque feel to it. It's an easy walk up to the tower and then an elevat…Full review by AllanJGJ
Mar 2, 2025
I come to Istanbul often. Admire the Galata Tower from afar along the Galata Bridge and then walk up to the tower. Wear flat shoes as a lot of the walk is uphill on cobbled uneven flooring. Steep …Full review by Liveandsee23

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Hi, is Galata Tower covered by the Turkey Museum Pass? If yes, can I skip the line to the top of the tower, or can I only …
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Hi, is Galata Tower covered by the Turkey Museum Pass? If yes, can I skip the line to the top of the tower, or can I only skip the line to buy the ticket? Thank you!
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I did not have a pass so not 100% sure , but my understanding is that you will not have to join the queue to buy a ticket, as the pass gives you free entry but you will have to just join the …
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I did not have a pass so not 100% sure , but my understanding is that you will not have to join the queue to buy a ticket, as the pass gives you free entry but you will have to just join the queue to enter ghe tower. This queue is massive by mid day so get there as early in the morning as possible.
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how much is the entry ticket?
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As of October 2024 1400lira per person. $41 US per person. Skipped it.
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Hi, I can see that you can buy e-tickets for this. But it doesn’t let you book for a specific date/time. So how long is the e …
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Hi, I can see that you can buy e-tickets for this. But it doesn’t let you book for a specific date/time. So how long is the e-ticket valid for?
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I think you don’t need to buy online, you can purchase it right in-front of the tower , anyway if you purchased online they just scan and activate it for you
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