10 Walking Tours in Istanbul That You Shouldn't Miss

The tour takes you off the beaten track of Istanbul. While discovering local markets, bazaars, and backstreets, you will also gain an overview of Turkish history, culture and the unique architecture of Istanbul on a 6-hour insider walking tour with a local guide.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Public transportation

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, Gratuities

We will meet at your hotel or any place that you want. The tour duration is 8 hours and according to weather conditions or traffic, it might take more than 8 hours or less. The museum entrances will be extra.  We will visit most visited sites of Istanbul as Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia.

Inclusions: Guiding Services

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Museum entrance fees

This tour offers a unique full-day experience at both sides of Istanbul. First, enjoy a colorful sightseeing along the Golden Horn; followed by a visit to the world-renowned Spice Bazaar in the heart of the Historical Peninsula. Take memorable photos during the 90-minute cruise through the Bosphorus and arrive in Asia to visit Beylerbeyi Palace, which was used to be the summer residence of the Sultan in the late Ottoman era, famous for its marble exterior facade and mixture of European and Ottoman baroque interior decorations. Afterwards, enjoy a splendid panoramic view of Istanbul city from Çamlica Hill, widely referred to as the Lovers' Hill.

Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, hotel pick up and drop off services , Museum fees

Exclusions: Drinks, Personal expenses, Gratuities

Ready for a cultural awakening? Step into the beautiful Blue Mosque and check out a palace to see how every culture celebrates its beliefs in Istanbul. And for the local touch: enjoy a tasty pastry & have some tea. Get ready to be enlightened and come with a desire to discover!

Inclusions: Private Tour, Local Guide, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Hotel Pickup & drop off, Extra food & drinks

Discover the local tastes of Istanbul in both continents Europe and Asia with stops in local eateries and food markets. Start with a local breakfast on the European side before taking a ferry to Asian side of Kadiköy neighborhood where we introduce you to lots of local food culture while filling your stomach at the same time. We make sure nothing remains out, from home-style dishes to delicious kebabs and Turkish delights. Our passionate tour guide will take you to eateries and food shops, beloved by the area’s locals, and we know you will fall in love with them too. We promise you will love it!

Inclusions: All the foods, drinks and snacks , Ferry ride from Europe to Asia and back to Europe, Professional guide, Small-group tour

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratitude

This is a special tour including some of the unique places in the city but also which are difficult to visit on your own. The tour will take you to the roots of historic Istanbul with a visit to the monuments of Byzantine and Ottoman cultural heritage. As the places of visit are all located out of the touristic centers, you will also have the chance to visit the current daily local life.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Entrance fee

Exclusions: Lunch

Istanbul is a really fascinating city which offers you all the contrast images at the same time! İt's not going to be just a historical tour. What we're offering is exploring all the different tastes of the city to make you amazed.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Public Transportation Fees

Exclusions: Lunch, Private transportation, Gratuities

Walking tour of Old Istanbul” will help travelers to discover ‘hard – to find’ secret spots and pay visits to the highlights of the old city of Istanbul with an experienced tour guide. Combine off the beaten tracks of old city with the highlights of Istanbul during less crowded times and experience a real city adventure. - Hear the stories of the Greeks, Romans and the Ottomans in and around Sultanahmet - Visit to Hagia Sophia once a church, mosque, museum and mosque again - Walk through the streets of the Grand Bazaar, which is the largest covered souk in the world - Explore Süleymaniye mosque and learn about Islam from a local eye - Visit the beautiful Rüstempaşa mosque being famous for its size and the Iznik tiles - Taste the spices and lokum (Turkish delight) in a must visit Space Market

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Entrance tickets

Exclusions: Lunch, Snacks, Breakfast

Get a taste for both sides of Istanbul. Indulge in a market breakfast in Europe in the heart of the historic Old City, before going to Asia and exploring the fashionable streets of Kadıköy. We’ll make 10 different stops during our walk with a variety of samples at each – enough to fill your belly to the brim with all the amazing Turkish flavours! From home-made dishes and street foods, to traditional kebabs and Turkish ice cream – the Taste of Two Continents tour is your chance to immerse yourself inside Istanbul’s food scene and acquaint yourself with Turkish culture and habits.

Inclusions: Around 5-6 exciting and local non-alcoholic drinks., 10 uniquely different eateries and restaurants, multiple tastings at each, Friendly, knowledgeable and passionate English-speaking tour guide, A day filled with culinary, cultural, historic and personal anecdotes, with a local insider’s view

Exclusions: Gratuities, No vegetarian food options at 2-3 of the food stops, No vegan food options at 4-5 of the food stops

See Turkey like a local on this historic off-the-beaten-path tour of the real Istanbul. Go where the locals go, and experience life in the back streets of Istanbul. Wind through the hills of Fener, home to the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate Church and colorful Greek and Ottoman Houses. Meeting point is Pudding Shop Lale Restaurant

Inclusions: Light refreshment, Practice of hookah at favorite local hangout, Professional guide, Public transportation; ferry and bus, Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Drinks