Galata Tower, an iconic symbol of Istanbul, is where history and breathtaking views meet the skyline. Admission tickets to Galata Tower Istanbul. Book Tickets Online & Save.
Highlights
- Built in the mid-14th century as part of the Galata Walls during the Genoese colony of the Byzantine Era.
- Served as a dungeon in the Ottoman Era before becoming a fire lookout tower.
- Recent renovations removed later concrete additions and a cafeteria, transforming the tower into a museum.
- Included in the tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites alongside other Genoese towers.
- Once one of Istanbul's tallest buildings, it offers stunning city views from its top floor.