Private Istanbul City Tour: Discover History and Magnificent Architecture with a Local Guide

Discover the history and magnificent architecture of Istanbul with a professional local guide. Visit iconic landmarks such as Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace. Customize your tour for a stress-free and immersive experience.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Blue Mosque - Not the oldest, not the largest but the most visited 17th century mosque of Istanbul got its nickname ( Blue Mosque ) from the ceramic tiles decorating the interior walls. We will visit interior to see beauty of tiles and stained glass windows which create a peaceful atmosphere inside.
What's Included
  • Private guided tour
  • Skip the ticket line opportunity
  • Private licensed tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Transportation
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Embark on a journey through one of the world’s most historical and enchanting cities with a certified local guide. Get ready to be captivated by striking architectural designs as you delve into their histories. Let your local guide make your day tour hassle-free and optimized. The tour kicks off with a visit to Hagia Sofia and Blue Mosque, then drops by…

Location
German Fountain
At Meydanı Caddesi
This well known building is located in the middle of Sultanahmet At meydanı square and 100 meters away from Sultanahmet tram station.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Kelvin_g
Oct 7, 2025
Best way to see Istanbul... - Best way to see Istanbul Ozzy our guide was brilliant. from being picked up at our hotel, our day was great. Guide very friendly and informative.
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916daminil
Sep 23, 2025
Great day in the historical center of Istanbul - Oz is an experienced, polite and charming guide that made our overall culture day so much nicer and more personal. He knew a lot about the different sites we visited and added anecdotes to make it more compelling. He was very flexible and adapted to our expectations. Overall we had a great day full of history, excitement and knowledge. Thank you Oz! He also took us to a great place for lunch!
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M1229lakayg
Sep 16, 2025
Istanbul with Oz- great tour! - Oz was a fantastic guide! His background made for very interesting discussions about all the sights we visited and about the region in general. I give the highest recommendation for a private guide- and Oz was one of our best ever- it’s such a delightful way to learn all the history about the sights and the culture from a local! We felt like we were saying goodbye to a dear friend at the end of the tour!
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Trip67564895083
Sep 6, 2025
Great Guide and Tour - Ozzie was a great guide and gave us a fantastic tour of Istanbul. We were able to see all the highlights of the city and he was very helpful when shopping in the bazaar. I highly recommend this tour.
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Todd
Sep 2, 2025
All the highlights in one day! - We had an amazing experience with the Private Guided İstanbul City Tour. Our guide, Ozgur, was absolutely wonderful—he brought the city to life with his deep knowledge of Istanbul’s history as well as insights into the modern-day social scene in Turkey. His storytelling made every stop meaningful and memorable. My wife and I loved every moment of the tour. Be prepared to walk around 7 miles, but don’t worry—the pace is comfortable and enjoyable, giving you time to truly take in the sights. We highly recommend this tour for anyone who wants to experience the heart of Istanbul with an expert guide. Thank you, Ozgur, for making our day so special!
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Psprover141
Sep 2, 2025
A memorable experience. - We had a wonderful time with our guide Alize. She was incredibly knowledgeable and also a great person to spend the day with. We spent the day learning and talking about all things Istanbul and had a lovely lunch as well. Thanks Alize for a memorable experience! In terms of logistics and arrangements, everything was seamless and we didn't have any issues in coordinating logistics. Thanks so much!
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164shrikantk
Aug 26, 2025
Great Guided Tour! - Our cruise docked a few hours late due to crew member incident. Serkan planned out our trip well so that we don't miss the Basilica Cistern, Sophia Hagia and Topkapi Palace.
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Escape62031
Aug 19, 2025
The Passionate Gude. - The best of my 4 days in Istanbul : Guided by Ercan Bildick who made history in the Old City come alive ! Ercan has impeccable English & is passionate about his land, culture & history. A degree in Turkish history and art underpinning his passion. Great fun …..lots of walking with interesting information about the Grand Bazaar transcending a shopping experience. A truly wonderful day including the bustling Asian side. Highly recommend being guided by Ercan. Pamela
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Mehmetym6417aa
Aug 16, 2025
modern, full of history, and incredibly well organised overall. - modern, full of history, and incredibly well organised overall. The only downside was that it got a bit crowded at certain times
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C5344qfadrianab
Aug 13, 2025
Amazing experience! - Alize out tour guide was amazing, she showed us all the places in the old town, we skipped the lines and she even thought us how to ride the metro system in Istanbul so we could get around the city for the next couple of days. Very caring, knowledgeable and friendly. She spent the whole day with us and she also recommended places to eat and shop around the city. We can't be more thankful. Excellent experience!
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From $160 (Per Group)
up to 12 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).