Private Guided Tour: Galata Tower - Fener and Balat Galata Tower - Fener and Balat Walking Tour - Istanbul [Private]

Galata Tower: Having served mighty empires from the Byzantines to the Ottomans as a watchtower and a prison, the Galata Tower is now a museum and an observation deck. Climb the tower to enjoy expansive and stunning views of Istanbul's cityscape and the Bosphorus, and revel in its medieval charm. Fener: is famous for its Greek Orthodox heritage and is home to the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople, the spiritual center of the Eastern Orthodox Church. Balat: Balat is another historically significant neighborhood with a diverse cultural heritage. It was once home to Jewish, Greek, and Armenian communities, and traces of their presence can still be found in its streets and buildings. Balat is famous for its colorful houses, many of which have been restored in recent years, adding to the neighborhood's unique charm. Visitors can wander through Balat's labyrinthine streets, visit local markets, and admire the street art that adorns many of the buildings.