Galata Tower dates from 1349 and now works as a museum, so the climb is broken up by exhibits rather than being one long ascent. Low in the tower, a giant screen shows an animated simulation of Hezârfen Ahmed Çelebi’s flight from Galata Tower to Üsküdar. Higher up there is Bul İstanbul, a video game made for young visitors, and an electronic model of Istanbul with built-in tablets, set beside viewing binoculars. The panoramic balcony is on the top floor. The trade-off is the last stretch: the lift does not go all the way, and the final floors up to the balcony are climbed by stairs.
Family FAQ
What are the opening hours of Galata Tower?
Open every day all year, 08:30 to midnight.
Do you need to book Galata Tower in advance?
Tickets can be bought online at muze.gov.tr/ETicket.
