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Blue Mosque which includes a fountain, a mosque and a pond

Sultanahmet

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Sultanahmet Square – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Galata Travel Info

Location	Istanbul, Türkiye
Similar neighbourhoods	Fatih, Old City and Sultanahmet
Number of hotels	466
Known landmarks	Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and Dolmabahce Palace
Hotels with nearby historical attractions	Pera Palace Hotel, Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus and The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Known for	Dining, culture and gift and craft shops

Frequently asked questions

What is Galata like?

Galata is a scenic neighbourhood known for its major shopping area and interesting historical sites. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Galata? Consider a visit to Galata Tower while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Galata?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Witt Istanbul Hotel is the highest ranked property in Galata. This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Galata Tower, and it offers free breakfast and a bar. Other favourite options in the area include UNION HOTEL KARAKOY and Casa De Port Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Galata area?

Expedia has 437 hotels and other accommodation options in Galata to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Istanbul area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Galata, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Galata.

What is there to do in this Istanbul neighbourhood?

Tarik Zafer Tunaya Cultural Center, Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam and Tophane-i Amire Kultur ve Sanat Merkezi are family favourites to check out in Galata. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Galata Tower and Istanbul Cruise Ship Terminal are some other places worth a visit. Don't miss favourite places to visit in the surrounding area, such as Taksim Square, Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. While you're out sightseeing in Istanbul, make sure that you visit other sights such as Grand Bazaar or Church of SS Peter & Paul.

How can I get around Galata and the greater Istanbul area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station, Karakoy Tünel Station or Karakoy Station. To venture out of town, take a train from Beyoglu Station.