Galataport Istanbul: Reinventing the Waterfront
Suggested Duration
1.5-3 hours
From
15 EUR
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The latest reinvention of Istanbul’s waterfront, where a working cruise terminal shares the promenade with a new home for Istanbul Modern and a stretch of shops that didn’t exist a few years ago.
Highlights
- Watch cruise ships dock right at the promenade, on a completely reimagined stretch of Bosphorus waterfront
- Explore Istanbul Modern's new purpose-built home for contemporary Turkish art
- Pair it with Galata Tower, a 10 minute walk uphill
Included / Excluded
- Free access to the waterfront promenade and retail piers
- Admission to Istanbul Modern museum (base ticket)
- Purchases at individual stores
- Dining
Good to Know
- Reopened in 2021 as a combined cruise terminal, retail strip, and cultural district
- Istanbul Modern has moved from its old Karakoy warehouse, check its separate opening times before visiting
- Directly connected to the Karakoy tram stop, easily combined with Galata Tower
Available languages: Turkish, English
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Galataport free of charge?
The promenade and retail piers are free to walk around. Istanbul Modern and special exhibitions are sold separately.
What is inside Galataport?
A waterfront promenade, retail and dining piers, a cruise terminal, and the relocated Istanbul Modern museum.
How far is it from Sultanahmet?
20-25 minutes by tram and a short walk, or a nice walk across the Galata Bridge in 30 minutes.
