Salt Galata

Arap Cami, Istanbul

4.5★★★★★★★★★★1.6K reviews

Art space in a former bank building featuring a gallery, a cafe & a library with free Wi-Fi.

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Address: Arap Cami, Bankalar Cd. No:11, 34420 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye

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★★★★★★★★★★Abdulla Harees· a month ago
SALT Galata was one of my favourite cultural spaces in Istanbul. Housed in a beautifully restored historic building, it perfectly blends stunning architecture with contemporary art, exhibitions, and research. The building itself is wort…
★★★★★★★★★★Ns MS· 2 months ago
A former bank to visit as we remember it from movies. Staff were totally helpful and kind and it’s a small place, so no need to hurry. Ceiling adds to the mystery of the space and makes it perfect for taking pictures. It also has a cafe…
★★★★★★★★★★Yeweng Wong· 4 months ago
Great space if you want to get away to read, write your journal or paint and draw. The library has plenty of seating, modern and clean. There’s free WiFi for 2 hours. There’s a bookstore,a restaurant and a cafe too.