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Istanbul Modern City - Galata & Pera & Taksim Tour

Art, Culture, & Historical
Istanbul
English, Turkish (Native)
1 hour 30 min
Private tour (only you and your group)
Up to 15 people

Experience the rich history and modern delights of Istanbul’s Beyoglu district on a private walking tour. Begin by heading to the top of the medieval Galata Tower for an unrivaled panoramic view of the city. Later, stroll along Taksim’s Istiklal Avenue and check out its historic passages. Then, leave the bustling pedestrian street behind and explore the charming atmospheres, shops, and restaurants of the Pera and Cihangir neighborhoods.

Tugce G.

Meeting Point

Şahkulu, 34421 Beyoğlu / İstanbul, Türkiye In front of Taksim - Karaköy tram (Tünel) line exit, just across the Eskici bar

10:30 AM

Pera Palace Hotel

Pass By

10:40 AM

Galata & Pera

Galata and Pera are the neighbourhoods in Istanbul, which are located at the northern shore of the Golden Horn. The districts are connected to the historic Fatih district by several bridges that cross the Golden Horn, most notably the Galata Bridge.

10:50 AM

Passage Hazzopulo

Pass By

11:00 AM

Avrupa Pasaji

Pass By

11:10 AM

Cicek Pasaji

Pass By

11:20 AM

St Anthony of Padua

Antonio di Padova, is the largest Catholic church in Istanbul, Turkey. It is located on İstiklal Avenue in the Beyoğlu district. Church of St. Anthony of Padua

11:30 AM

Roman Catholic Church of Santa Maria Draperis

Saint Mary Draperis is a Roman Catholic Church in Istanbul, important for historical reasons.

11:40 AM

Taksim & Cihangir

Most busiest and vivid part of İstanbul. Mostly a shopping area for locals and the tourist but also full of historical buildings like tons of consultants, cinemas, 18th & 19th century buildings, bars, pubs and cafes. It is a hang out center of town.

12:00 PM

Galata Tower

It is an old Genoese tower in the Galata part of the Beyoğlu district of Istanbul. Built as a watchtower at the highest point of the (lost) Walls of Galata, the tower is now an exhibition space and museum, and a symbol of Beyoğlu and Istanbul. Ticket is not included for the tower.

Ending Point

Bereketzade Founta

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Professional Tour Guide

All Taxes

What‘s not included

Food & Beverages

Tips

Transportation

Important Information

I am based in Istanbul but I will happily arrange tours to other destinations per your request. Please contact me without hesitation, thank you!

It is a walking tour so comfortable shoes are recommended.

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
$55/ per person

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