Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide

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1. Galata Bridge connects Istanbul’s historic and modern districts over the Golden Horn. Built in the 19th century, its current structure dates back to 1994. The bridge is known for its seafood restaurants underneath and fishermen above, providing stunning city views.

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2. Galata Tower, built in 1348 by the Genoese, is a 67-meter landmark offering breathtaking views of Istanbul. It originally served as a watchtower and is famous for Hezarfen Ahmed Çelebi's legendary flight. Today, it's a popular tourist destination with a museum and café.

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3. Hagia Sophia: Built in 537 as a Byzantine cathedral, Hagia Sophia later became an Ottoman mosque and is now a mosque again. Known for its massive dome, mosaics, and rich history, it symbolizes Istanbul’s blend of cultures.

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4. Topkapi Palace: The grand residence of Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years, Topkapi Palace contains royal treasures, sacred relics, and beautiful courtyards. Overlooking the Bosphorus, it provides a peek into the luxurious life of the Ottoman Empire.

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5. Galata Cruise Port, also called Galataport, is a modern waterfront hub in Istanbul that welcomes international cruise ships. Opened in 2021, it features a top-notch underground terminal, luxury shops, restaurants, and museums.

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6. Cihangir Mosque, situated in the Cihangir neighborhood, was built in the 16th century during Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent's reign. Renowned for its peaceful ambiance and breathtaking views of the Bosphorus, the mosque offers a tranquil retreat amid a lively area. It is named after Cihangir, Sultan Suleiman's son.

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7. Mimar Sinan University of Fine Arts, founded in 1882, is one of Istanbul's top art schools. Named after the renowned Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan, it offers programs in architecture, fine arts, and design.

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8. Dolmabahçe Mosque, situated near the Dolmabahçe Palace, was finished in 1855 during the Ottoman Empire. Its design combines traditional Ottoman mosque architecture with Western influences.

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9. Beşiktaş Stadium, officially called Vodafone Park, is the home of Beşiktaş J.K., one of Istanbul's leading football clubs.

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10. Dolmabahçe Palace, situated along the Bosphorus, served as the main administrative center of the Ottoman Empire from 1856 to 1922. Built in 1856, it combines European and Ottoman architectural styles.

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11. Çırağan Palace, situated on the Bosphorus in Istanbul, was originally constructed as an Ottoman imperial palace in the 19th century.

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12. Galatasaray University, founded in 1481 as a school for the elite during the Ottoman Empire, is one of Turkey's oldest and most prestigious institutions.

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Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

Ratings come from 762 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

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• 1if you really care, bring a paid guide.

  meh. The audio guide is speakers on a loud boat in several languages. if you do this, have it be part of a bigger tour with a private guide. can't hear anything.

  Michael_MSeptember 2026via Viator

• 5Boat trip on the Bosporus

  Mert was amazing at showing us around and even offered us coffee and tea.

  698ziyaeSeptember 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Fine experience

  Everything went well, guide is audio on speaker, sometimes difficult to understand.

  82dayanasSeptember 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Nice boat trip

  Everything was great. It was nice boat trio.

  Shaggy3September 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5E vellwnt tour

  Very good. Well organised, and informative. Very scenic

  NeilP413September 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Family trip

  Every thing is excellent, WiFi was offered free which helps very good, staff is very friendly hand help full I highly recommend to tourist to book this company’s Bosporus cruise its value for money.

  makhijanim2015September 2026via Tripadvisor

Know before you go

How it compares in Istanbul

• Its from-price is 95% below the median of the 530 city tours we list in Istanbul.
• It is shorter than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 8 of 530.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Istanbul

Istanbul straddles Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus, with Byzantine and Ottoman monuments, busy bazaars and ferries crossing between continents.

The historic peninsula holds the greatest landmarks. Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Hippodrome face each other in Sultanahmet, the Basilica Cistern lies beneath the streets, and Topkapı Palace spreads across the hill above the Golden Horn. A short walk away, the Grand Bazaar and the Spice Bazaar have traded for centuries, and Süleymaniye Mosque, built by the great Ottoman architect Sinan, crowns one of the city's seven hills.

Top-ranked sights in Istanbul: Dolmabahce Palace (Dolmabahce Sarayi), Bosphorus, Bosphorus Bridge (Bogazici Koprusu).

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