Walking Tour From Taksim Square Through Istiklal to Galata Tower

5.0 (1 reviews) Istanbul, Turkey
Duration7h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Discover the vibrant spirit of Istanbul on foot as you explore Istiklal Street’s rich history, hidden gems, local flavors, and lively atmosphere with an expert guide.

Options

Pick up and Drop off Included

Trasnfer included

İstiklal tour without Transfer

What's included

  • Professional Licensed Local English Guide
  • Pick up & Drop off
  • Entry Fees of Galata Tower

What to expect

  1. Taksim Square
    15m
    The Republic Monument (Turkish: Cumhuriyet Anıtı) is a notable monument located at Taksim Square in Istanbul, Turkey, to commemorate the formation of the Turkish Republic in 1923.
  2. Istiklal Caddesi
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Istiklal Street (İstiklal Caddesi) is the main pedestrian thoroughfare in Istanbul’s European Beyoglu district and an essential cultural center. Stretching from Taksim Square to Tunel Square, the bustling street is lined with late–Ottoman-era buildings built in a variety of architectural styles, ranging from neoclassical to art deco.
  3. 45m · Admission ticket included
    The Church of St. Anthony of Padua (Turkish: Sent Antuan Kilisesi), alternatively known as Sant'Antonio di Padova Church or S. Antonio di Padova, is the largest Catholic church in Istanbul, Turkey. It is located on İstiklal Avenue in the Beyoğlu district.Together with the churches of St. Mary Draperis (also on İstiklal Avenue), and of SS. Peter and Paul in Galata, it was one of three Levantine parishes in Beyoğlu. Today it is run by Italian priests. Saturday Mass in English begins at 19:00; Sunday Mass in Italian is at 11:30, in Polish at 11:30 in the crypt, in English at 10:00 and at 19:00 in Turkish; and Tuesday Mass in Turkish begins at 11:00. Weekday Masses are in English at 8:00 and in Turkish at 19:00.
  4. Galata Tower
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    The Galata Tower (Turkish: Galata Kulesi), officially the Galata Tower Museum (Turkish: Galata Kulesi Müzesi), is a medieval Genoese tower in the Galata part of the Beyoğlu district of Istanbul, Turkey. Built as a watchtower at the highest point of the mostly demolished Walls of Galata,[2] the tower is now an exhibition space and museum, and a symbol of Beyoğlu and Istanbul.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Guide will welcome you in front of Taksim monument.

End point

Tour will finish here.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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