Istanbul Private Guiding Service

Istanbul, Turkey

5 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Stroll the atmospheric streets of Istanbul on a private walking tour that features four of the city’s most significant landmarks. See the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapı Palace while a knowledgeable guide provides informative commentary about each architectural treasure of the Ottoman Empire. Then browse for goods in the covered Grand Bazaar, which dates back to the 15th century.

Private walking tour of Istanbul highlights with a local guide
View the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapı Palace
Stroll through the 15th-century Grand Bazaar
Explore the highlights of Istanbul on this 5-hour Guiding service

What's Included

Professional Local guide

Food and drinks
Entrance fees
Transfers

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Itinerary

Blue Mosque

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

TopkapI Palace

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
Children must be accompanied by an adult

A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Topkapi Palace is closed to visitors on Tuesdays
Hagia Sophia is not a museum, open to public sight, so there might be long lines to visit inside, there is no option to skip the line
Grand Bazaar is closed to visitors on Sundays.
Dolmabahce Palace is closed to visitors on Mondays.
This is a walking tour. There is no vehicle permitted in the tour area.
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.

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Reviews

4.8

based on 5 reviews

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Try and avoid Friday and...

jackejones, Oct 2025

Try and avoid Friday and Saturday - the crowds were immense. Our guide was excellent with a superb knowledge of ancient history as he explained the significance of each mosque and monument.

Exploring treasures of Istanbul

Christian_R, Jun 2025

Excellent and knowledgable guide that helped our daughters discover the treasures of Istanbul. Booking a private guide is always a best investment

Response from Host, Jun 2025

Dear Christina, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you and your daughters enjoyed discovering the treasures of Istanbul with our guide. It truly means a lot to us that you see the value in a private experience. We hope to welcome you again soon for more unforgettable memories in Turkey! Warm regards, Melisa Arslan

Fantastic and memorable day in Istanbul

Sarah_A, Jul 2024

Great day experiencing some of the main sites in Istanbul . Our guide Burak was very knowledgeable and welcoming. showed us all the best photo spots and accommodated our pace. He also facilitated a skip the line ticket option on arrival. The sites are a must see, words would be an understatement. Burak is also an expert of the grand bazar. Thank you for sharing the hidden stories, your wealth of knowledge and making the tour feel like we went with an old friend!

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Dear Sarah, Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your time with us in Istanbul. I will be sure to share your comments with our guide. We always do our very best to give amazing experiences to our guests. We were so happy that we exceeded your expectations. Thank you again. Warm Regards