Perfect for amazing views of the old city Istanbul. You can taste delicious Turkish food in the restaurant located at the top of the tower. You can take lots of pictures of Istanbul from different angles. more
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Traveler Description: Built in 500 A.D., Galata Tower is one of the dominating landmarks of Istanbul. It was used as a watchtower to help defend the city.
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Attraction type: Observation deck/tower,
Historic site
Address: Buyuk Hendek Cad.
Istanbul
Turkey
Turkey
Tel: 212 293 8180
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Jul 11, 2008
Highly recommended for amazing views of the city in all directions. An elevator takes you almost to the top where there is a restaurant. Then you finish up a steep, winding staircase to the top. The deck outside the tower is not very wide, enough room to squeeze by someone who is standing at the railing. The views are spectacular! more
Feb 28, 2008
4/5 found this review helpful
Amazing views over each part of the city of Istanbul - great place to go with your girlfriend at sunset too for all those romantics. Nice little restaurant/cafe inside where you can relax and look out over the city. It is accessible via an elevator followed by a slight staircase to the top. more
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