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Combo (Save 4%): Galata Tower Tickets + Bosphorus Cruise Tickets with Audio Guide

Soar above the city and sail through history. This budget-friendly combo includes entry to the Galata Tower and a charming Bosphorus cruise.

4.2/5(320)

Paolo P

Group

Verified booking

Last week

The tower itself is well worth visiting, but with istanbul.com it costs €32.50, including a host/escort (not a tour guide) and an audio guide. With Headout, it’s €41.90 with no meetup scheduled. You had to bring your own earphones from home and download the audio guide yourself (inside, there were reception issues). I repeat, the tower is well worth it, but in the end, you still have to wait in line for the elevator (max 6 people at a time, though we had been warned about this). To sum up: way too expensive for offering zero service other than the entry voucher (and keeping in mind that the line at the ticket office next to the tower wasn't prohibitive, though that might just have been luck). Paolo & family

Gaurav S

Solo

Verified booking

Aug 2026

Excellent Istanbul Experience – Highly Recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We booked the Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket + Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise through Headout, and overall it was a fantastic experience. The skip-the-line access to the Basilica Cistern was extremely convenient and saved us a lot of time, especially with the crowds. The cistern itself was beautiful and fascinating, with its unique architecture and atmosphere. The Bosphorus cruise was another highlight. The views of Istanbul’s European and Asian sides, historic landmarks, and the beautiful coastline were absolutely stunning. It was a relaxing way to see the city from a different perspective. The booking process through Headout was smooth and hassle-free, and having multiple major attractions included in one experience made planning our Istanbul sightseeing much easier. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Istanbul for the first time! A great combination of history, sightseeing and breathtaking views. 🇹🇷❤️

Yulieth R

Couple

Verified booking

Aug 2026

The Basilica Cistern is a truly evocative and fascinating place: a historic masterpiece with a unique atmosphere, featuring imposing columns and the play of light on the water. A visit is highly recommended, especially for those who want to discover a more mysterious and spectacular side of Istanbul. We then combined that with a cruise on the Bosphorus at sunset.

Mersiha D

Group

Verified booking

Jul 2026

Very user friendly app, tickets super easy to buy and download and also the audio guide was very easy to use and helpful. The price was lower than other providers, would definitely recommend. Thanks to these tickets we didn't have to queue.

Davide C

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

The cruise was amazing - I think is must for whoever wants to know Istanbul better. It immediately changes the way you see the city, for the better! Regarding the cruise itself - I very happy with the option I chose. It worked for us. Easy to book, easy to access, departed on time, came back on time, friendly staff on board. No complaints at all.

Take a 90-minute cruise along the Bosphorus Strait with an audio guide to learn about the city's centuries-old history.

Sail past landmarks like Dolmabahce Palace and Rumeli Fortress seamlessly blending with modern marvels like the Istanbul Sapphire.

Standing guard over Istanbul, the Galata Tower offers a bird's eye view of the Topkapi Palace, the Hagia Sophia, and the Marmara Sea.

Take advantage of the downloadable audio guide to learn of the tower's importance through the Byzantine, Ottoman, and modern Turkish eras.

Fun fact: A Roman legend suggests that couples who climb the Galata Tower together, both first-timers, are guaranteed to get married.

Bosphorus cruise

90-minute Bosphorus cruise

Audio guide in English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Arabic, and Chinese

Galata Tower

Entry to Galata Tower

Downloadable audio guide

Express elevator to the lookout platform

Bosphorus cruise

Headphones

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Paolo P
Group
Verified booking
Last week
The tower itself is well worth visiting, but with istanbul.com it costs €32.50, including a host/escort (not a tour guide) and an audio guide. With Headout, it’s €41.90 with no meetup scheduled. You had to bring your own earphones from home and download the audio guide yourself (inside, there were reception issues). I repeat, the tower is well worth it, but in the end, you still have to wait in line for the elevator (max 6 people at a time, though we had been warned about this). To sum up: way too expensive for offering zero service other than the entry voucher (and keeping in mind that the line at the ticket office next to the tower wasn't prohibitive, though that might just have been luck). Paolo & family
Aikaterini V
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
It was very pleasant and the staff was very friendly
Mariela R
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Very quick and smooth. I showed the ticket at the entrance of the tower, and they let me right in.
Magali M
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Schedule respected; punctual; saw all 25 promised sights; very affordable price.
Georges B
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Perfect walk and duration for a first visit.

This budget-friendly deal combines stunning views from the Galata Tower with a refreshing Bosphorus cruise.

Bosphorus cruise

Sail past Istanbul's history on a 90-minute Bosphorus cruise. Your cruise will take you past historical sites like Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower. Don't miss the iconic Bosphorus Bridge, which connects Europe with Asia. Keep an eye out for the Rumeli Fortress on the European side of the strait at its narrowest point. It played a crucial role in the Ottomans' conquest of Istanbul. Tune into the multilingual audio guide for details you won't find in the guidebook.

Galata Tower

Rising like a watchful guardian over the modern heart of Istanbul, the Galata Tower boasts a history as impressive as its views. First built in 1348, it stood as the city's tallest structure for centuries. There's no place like the tower's open-air observation deck for unobstructed panoramas of Istanbul. See iconic landmarks like Dolmabahce Palace, Hagia Sophia, and the Suleymaniye Mosque, their grandeur magnified by the sprawling panoramas of the Bosphorus and Golden Horn.

Itinerary

Bosphorus cruise

Galata Tower

Dolmabahce Palace

Ciragan Palace

Ortaköy Mosque

Bosphorus Bridge

Beylerbeyi Palace

Üsküdar

Maiden Tower

Topkapi Palace

Hagia Sophia

Seaside Villas

What to bring

Bosphorus cruise

Bring a charged smartphone and headphones to access the audio guide.

Galata Tower

The Galata Tower's open-air deck can get chilly so dress in layers to stay comfortable.

Comfortable shoes are recommended for climbing the tower.

Bring a pair of earphones or headphones to enjoy the audio guide.

Accessibility

Galata Tower

The Galata Tower's observation deck requires climbing over 200 stairs. This may not be suitable for individuals with mobility limitations.

Additional information

Bosphorus cruise

There is limited internet at the pier so it's recommended to download the app before the tour.

Galata Tower

Note that there is mostly no internet or very little signal in the museum. Download the audio guide app on your smartphone before your visit.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the same at each redemption point along with a valid photo ID.

Ticket redemption points

Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.