Istanbul Old City Private Tour with a Licensed Storyteller Guide
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
✨ Discover Istanbul Like Never Before Step beyond the guidebooks and into the heartbeat of Istanbul with a licensed local expert. From the timeless beauty of the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia to the hidden gems only locals know, this experience is a perfect mix of history, culture, and authentic storytelling. Whether you’re a curious traveler, a history lover, or simply here to soak in the atmosphere, I tailor each tour to your interests. With me, it’s not just about seeing landmarks — it’s about feeling the soul of the city. ️ Ottoman wonders ️ Local bazaars & backstreets Real stories, real insights Photo stops with the best views Tours available in English, Turkish,
Inclusions
What's included
- Professional Guiding Services
What's not
- Hagia Sophia Ticket Fee
- Topkapi Palace Ticket Fee
- Basilica Cistern Entrance Fee
Itinerary
Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpent Column, and the chariot-race history of Roman Constantinople
Iconic six-minaret mosque, blue İznik tiles, and Sultan Ahmet I’s legacy
1500-year-old marvel, architectural genius, and shifting religious roles
Underground wonder with Medusa heads and a cinematic feel
Topkapi Palace – Once the opulent home of Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years, Topkapi Palace is a masterpiece of Islamic architecture and imperial grandeur. Explore glittering treasures, sacred relics, lush courtyards, and breathtaking views of the Bosphorus where history, politics, and intrigue shaped an empire.
Grand Bazaar (Kapalıçarşı)
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- It is located in Sultanahmet Square (also called the Hippodrome of Constantinople) • Right between the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Your Turkish Delight Guide
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Istanbul
- Its from-price is 67% above the median of the 3649 experiences we list in Istanbul.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 803 of 3649.
- 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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