Istanbul Old City Guided Walking Tour: Explore Historic Sites Across Two Continents

Immerse yourself in Istanbul’s rich history on a guided walking tour of the Old City. Explore iconic sites, hear fascinating stories, and experience the city’s vibrant culture.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • German Fountain - Embark on an enchanting journey through the heart of Istanbul with the Old City Guided Walking Tour, an immersive experience that unravels the layers of history woven into the city’s vibrant tapestry. Led by knowledgeable guides, the tour begins at the iconic Hagia Sophia, where centuries of Byzantine and Ottoman influence come…
What's Included
  • All Local Taxes
  • Professional Guidance
What's Not Included
  • Tips
  • Entry Admissions
Additional Information

The inclusion of iconic sites such as Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome, Topkapı Palace, the German Fountain, and the Grand Bazaar ensures a comprehensive exploration of the city’s rich history, spanning Byzantine, Ottoman, and modern eras.
What sets this activity apart is the guidance of knowledgeable tour leaders who breathe life into each location,…

Location
German Fountain
At Meydanı Caddesi
Sultanahmet Square, next to the German fountain which is next to the Blue Mosque.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Earl_r
May 6, 2025
100% recommend - Rose was very knowledgeable, friendly, and open to adjusting the tour according to our needs. Also great communication and recommendations (lunch restaurant post-tour).
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Pr0metheu
Mar 10, 2025
Highly recommend - I cant say enough good things about TG and her experience. Not only did I see everything I wanted to, but she gave a local feel for the city. As a solo female traveller I felt comfortable, safe and well taken care of. Not only did I have the best day ever but felt as though I made a friend :) highly recommend for anyone who wants a private tour of the city and especially for anyone who is travelling solo.
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Ricardoeb5131yw
Jan 30, 2025
Highly recommend this guide and this experience! - Our guide was very knowledgeable, fun and well organised. We covered several culturally important and meaningful experiences thanks to his familiarity with the sites and great use of time. He also provided us extra tickets on our wish so we could skip the lines after the tour. Highly recommend this guide and this experience!
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Tasyav2025
Jan 16, 2025
An efficient way to do all the sights in one fell swoop - This is a solid, no-BS tour of Istanbul’s main attractions. We came in the offseason and explored the city with TG on a rainy, windy day. But we still managed to enjoy ourselves and learned the hidden history behind Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia, etc. TG is knowledgeable and decent. Recommend to anyone trying to get a lay of the land in Istanbul or looking for an efficient way to do all the sights in one fell swoop!
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Victorrg2025
Jan 3, 2025
fantastic day in istanbul - Old town is cool! We visited Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, topkapi palaca, grand bazaar and hippodrome with Rose and took lunch afterwards. She explained everything very detailed
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882deat
Nov 20, 2024
Very happy to book Rose - Rose was a lovely host. She really knew the in’s and out’s of Istanbul. We only had a half day to learn about the city and we left knowing a good bit more about it. Thank you!
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R0naldhallh
Oct 15, 2024
Best tour guide in istanbul - We appreciate your engaging style and thoughtful pacing, allowing us to fully appreciate each site without feeling rushed. Thank you for such a well-organized and enlightening tour—it was the perfect way to discover Istanbul!
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Julie_f
Oct 4, 2024
Great tour with great guide - Our guide, El, was excellent. She was knowledgable, pleasant, and a pleasure to listen to. We enjoyed everything about the tour and appreciated her suggestions and tips for the rest of our stay.
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Dennis_k
Sep 27, 2024
Informative with a personal touch - El did a wonderful job of showing us around and telling us all about the history of the area. She answered all our questions, of which there were many, with a smile. El was both informative and refreshing and so passionate about her city. Well done El.
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Safirh2024
Sep 25, 2024
See you next time Elif - Our guide Elif was very informative. Out time was really great 👍 she introduced her country and culture perfectly. Old town and the attractions are amazing. Thank you very much for the tour.
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From $41
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).