Visiting timetable08:30 AM10:00 PM
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Bereketzade, Galata Kulesi, 34421 Beyoğlu, Istanbul, Türkiye

Galata Tower hours and best visiting windows

Daily access shaped by crowd flow, seasonal light, and wind on the terraces—timing tips for a clear, golden view.

We are currently open

Today: 08:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Closes in 1h 54m

Regular Opening Hours
DayHoursStatus
Monday08:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Open
Tuesday08:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Open
Wednesday08:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Open
Thursday08:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Open
Friday08:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Open
Saturday08:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Open
Sunday08:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Open
Seasonal Timetable

Extended Summer/Night Museology (approx.)

01/04 – 31/10

08:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Open

Winter / Standard

01/11 – 31/03

08:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Open
Monthly Timetable

July Extended Summer Hours

08:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Open

August Extended Summer Hours

08:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Open
Specific Date Ranges

May Peak Season Extended

01/05/2025 – 31/05/2025

08:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Open
Special Events & Holidays

National Sovereignty & Children’s Day

23/04

08:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Open

Atatürk Commemoration & Youth Day

19/05

08:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Open

Republic Day

29/10

08:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Open
Important Information

Allow buffer near closing—don’t begin a terrace session just before final admission.

Opening hour for clear air; shoulder seasons for mild weather; late afternoon for warm tones and gentle breeze.

Book ahead for spring festivals, Easter week, and busy summer mornings.

Occasional cultural initiatives and special visiting programs—monitor official announcements.