Uncover Istanbul’s hidden historical treasures on foot. Explore Galata, Fener, Balat, and the Golden Horn by ferry. Discover ancient city walls, churches, mosques, synagogues, and traditional houses.
- Galata Tower - We will see great Istanbul panorama from top of this tower. One of the cityâs most distinctive sights, this great fortification dating back to 1348 was erected by Genoese Italians.
- Donations
- Professional guide
- Small group experience
- Transport by Ferry, Tram, Bus
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Galata Tower Entry Ticket ( €30 Per Person )
We are fervently dedicated to exploring the less visited historical gems of this extraordinary city by foot. Our tour commences at the striking Galata Tower that provides a panoramic view of the enchanting beauty of the Bosphorus and the Old City. We guide you away from the main tourist routes towards multi-cultural areas of Fener, Balat, and Ayvansaray. These are the vintage neighborhoods of Istanbul where the boundary of Constantinople officially ends which indicates exploring the surviving city walls of the Byzantines and revealing historical churches, mosques, synagogues, traditional residences, and even the ruins of a palace. Our tour culminates with a serene ferry trip along the Golden Horn.
- Galata Tower entry fee (30 EUR per person / Optional) is not included in the tour price. Once you pay your entrance fee to your tour guide, you will have the privilege of skipping the ticket queue.
- It is challenging to do the tour along with a stroller, not recommended for families with infants use stroller
- It is a walking tour, so there is a moderate amount of walking involved
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.