Private Tour: Istanbul Old City with Licensed Local Guide

Istanbul, Turkey

6 to 8 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Private Guide
Fast Track Ticket Available
We skip the line to buy tickets for Topkapi Palace and Balica Cistern
Professional Licensed Tour Guide
Your guide will pick you up from central hotels, central airbnb or Galataport Cruise Port

Lunch
Admission Fee - Hagia Sophia

€25.00 per person
Admission Fee - Basilica Cistern

TRY1,500.00 per person
Admission Fee - Topkapi Palace

TRY2,400.00 per person
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Tour guide will meet you at central hotels, central Airbnb or Galaport Cruise Ship Terminal

Meeting point

Serpent Column
Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd No:53, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
It’s a bronze column with three intertwined serpents, located between the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia in the Hippodrome area. It is between the Egyptian Obelisk and the Constantine’s Column.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

Select your preferred tour option to see hours.

Itinerary

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

TopkapI Palace

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Blue Mosque

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica Cistern

35 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Hippodrome

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation

Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

5.0

based on 6 reviews

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Feel the city with Utku!

Polona_A, Oct 2025

Turkey is such a beautiful country, and Istanbul is an absolutely incredible city! Our tour with Utku was the highlight of our trip full of history, stories, and wonderful energy. Thank you, Viator, for connecting us with such an amazing guide. Everything was perfectly organized.

It was a perfect day

Camila_R, Sep 2025

An unforgettable experience in Istanbul! Walking through Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and the Grand Bazaar felt like stepping into a living history book. Our guide brought the city to life with stories that made every corner special.

Fantastic tour!

Maria_H, Sep 2025

Fantastic tour! 💯 Istanbul is an incredible city full of history and life. This tour was the perfect way to experience it. Our guide was perfect.

Recommended!

Jure_P, Aug 2025

Utku, thank you for an amazing day. Everything was perfectly organized and truly memorable. Recommended!

very nice tour with Utku Tunca

Soner_S, Aug 2025

Our tour guide Utku made our visit to Istanbul truly special. We saw the famous landmarks but also hidden spots we would never have found alone. His stories and knowledge brought the city to life. A warm, personal and unforgettable experience – highly recommended!

An unforgettable experience in Istanbul’s Old City

Doris_J, May 2025

Our private guide Utku was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and flexible. We visited iconic landmarks like Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, but what made the tour really special were the hidden gems and local stories we’d never have found on our own. It felt like walking through history with a passionate local friend. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to see the real Istanbul in a personal and meaningful way.