Chauffeur Hire in Galata by the Hour
Hire a car with a driver in Galata (Istanbul) for as long as you need it: 2–10 hour packages with 20 km per hour. Your chauffeur picks you up at your hotel or any address in Galata, waits at every stop and brings you back. Galata is about 43 km (~45 min) from Istanbul Airport (IST).
Galata chauffeur hire at a glance
Chauffeur hire in Galata starts at €40 per hour; the shortest package is 2 hours / 40 km for €80. The driver picks you up at your hotel or address and waits at every stop; the price is fixed per vehicle, not per person.
- Hourly rate
- Economy Sedan €40 · FirstClass Van €50 · Vip Sprinter €75
- Packages
- 2–10 hours, 20 km per hour
- Pickup
- Hotel, villa or any address in Galata
- Airport
- Istanbul Airport (IST) ≈ 43 km, ~45 min
- Example trip
- Blue Mosque ≈ 3 km — 2 hours / 40 km
- Payment
- Fixed price, pay the driver in cash or by card
Galata hourly package prices
Price = hours × hourly rate. Each hour includes 20 km; prices are per vehicle.
| Package | Economy Sedan (3 pax) | FirstClass Van (6 pax) | Vip Sprinter (16 pax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 hours / 40 km | €80 | €100 | €150 |
| 3 hours / 60 km | €120 | €150 | €225 |
| 4 hours / 80 km | €160 | €200 | €300 |
| 5 hours / 100 km | €200 | €250 | €375 |
| 6 hours / 120 km | €240 | €300 | €450 |
| 8 hours / 160 km | €320 | €400 | €600 |
| 10 hours / 200 km | €400 | €500 | €750 |
Where can you go from Galata?
Road distances are estimates; the suggested package covers the round trip and about an hour there.
| Place | One way (road) | Suggested package |
|---|---|---|
| Galata Tower | ≈ 1 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Spice Bazaar | ≈ 2 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Taksim Square & İstiklal Avenue | ≈ 2 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Süleymaniye Mosque | ≈ 2 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Topkapı Palace | ≈ 2 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Grand Bazaar | ≈ 3 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Hagia Sophia | ≈ 3 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Blue Mosque | ≈ 3 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
Popular around Galata: Historic Çırağan & Dolmabahçe Palaces, Galata Tower, Bosphorus Bridges, Istiklal Street, and Nişantaşı boutiques.
Chauffeur hire near Galata
Each area page shows its own distances and trip ideas.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a chauffeur cost per hour in Galata?
Hourly rates: Economy Sedan €40, FirstClass Van €50, Vip Sprinter €75. Packages run from 2 to 10 hours; for example 4 hours / 80 km with an Economy Sedan costs €160. The price is per vehicle, not per person.
How many kilometres are included in a package?
Each hour includes 20 km: 2 hours / 40 km, 4 hours / 80 km, 10 hours / 200 km. You choose the package when booking; extras such as baby or child seats (€5 each on hourly hire) are added in the same step.
Where does the chauffeur pick me up?
At your hotel, villa or any address in Galata. Enter it as the pickup location when booking; the driver waits for you at every stop during the package.
Which package do I need for Blue Mosque?
Blue Mosque is about 3 km by road from Galata (6 km there and back). The 2 hours / 40 km package covers the trip, including about an hour there.
Can I also book an airport transfer to Galata?
Yes. Istanbul Airport (IST) to Galata is about 43 km, ~45 minutes; see the IST to Galata transfer page for the fixed price.