
Guided Tours İn İstanbul
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Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 18 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Guided Tours İn İstanbul worth booking?
Guided Tours İn İstanbul is a 8-hour experience in Istanbul, Turkey, from $275 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 18 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (18)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $275 per person
Let us introduce you the old and wise city Istanbul in the best way we can! With our experienced tour guides, you will know more than you ever did before about the magnificent city! (Only guiding service is included, all
What you get
- Guiding Service
About this experience
Let us introduce you the old and wise city Istanbul in the best way we can! With our experienced tour guides, you will know more than you ever did before about the magnificent city! (Only guiding service is included, all the other expenses belong to the guests!)
What's included
Included
- Guiding Service
Not included
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Museum tickets
What you'll see and do
Blue Mosque
Blue Mosque is one of the best examples of the Ottoman classical era with its stunning six minarets. Why Blue Mosque is the most visited mosque in Istanbul and why that is the only mosque with six minarets? Learn all the details about Blue Mosque and Hippodrome from our experienced tour guides!
60 minutes here
Hippodrome
Hippodrome is the centre of social and political life in ancient Constantinople. Why it was the first construction in the heart ıf the city? What does blue and green colours mean? What is Nika Riot?
20 minutes here
Obelisk of Theodosius
Obelisk of Theodosius. Must see!
10 minutes here
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
Hagia Sophia is the marvel of arcitecture from the 6th century and the center of the Ortodox Christendom for centuries. What is the importance of Hagia Sophia in Christianity? What did Justinian say after seeing the Hagia Sophia? Why it was converted into mosque?
60 minutes here · Admission not included
TopkapI Palace
Topkapı Palace is the biggest palace in Istanbul from the 15th century. What does the word Ottoman and Sultan mean? Why the staff of Moses and sword of Muhammed is in the same room?
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Grand Bazaar
Grand Bazaar is the oldest and largest covered bazaar in the world with over than 4000 shops. In this labyrinth of shops, your guide is there to help you for the best experience.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Istanbul
We meet you at your hotel, transportation expenses belongs to you.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Tour ends at Grand Bazaar which is the final spot.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Gulliver Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 18 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
18 verified traveler reviews for Guided Tours İn İstanbul. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Our guide is wonderful!
We were greeted by our lovely tour guide as we disembarked our ship. She was absolutely wonderful to us the entire day. We were impressed by the scope of her knowledge and her ability to share that knowledge with us. She was attentive and very kind. We are thankful for the time we had with her in Istanbul!
Response from the operator: thanks for your nice comments
via Tripadvisor
Excellent Istanbul city tour
Ismail our tour guide was excellent with immense knowledge of Istanbul tour was quite informative and easy paced give him 100/100 for the tour
Response from the operator: thanks for your nice comments
via Tripadvisor
Istanbul small group tour
We had a great small group day tour of Istanbul thanks to our guide Nazli - she was knowledgable, very informative and flexible, as we had already visited Hagia Sofia the previous day. She graciously arranged meeting points for us to catch up with rest of group, with tour highlights being Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sofia, SultanAhmet Mosque, the Grand Bazaar and lunch in a local restaurant. We highly recommend Nazli!
Response from the operator: thanks for your nice comments
via Tripadvisor
90 minutes late with poor English
We showed up on time (9am). We waited around for a late family for 90 minutes! The tour started at 10:30am. For the rest of the day, the tour guide was rushed and we only got 15 minutes at each place to try to make up for lost time. She didn’t speak English well either, so there wasn’t a lot of detail in what she was saying.
via Viator
Old city
Bosphorus Cruise and Spice Bazaar. Amazing was the guide Ali who guided us through the history of the former Constantinople
Response from the operator: Thanks a lot.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Guided Tours İn İstanbul: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Istanbul.
How much does Guided Tours İn İstanbul cost?
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Prices start at $275 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Istanbul usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Guided Tours İn İstanbul take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Istanbul is not rushed.
Is Guided Tours İn İstanbul worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 18 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Istanbul, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Guided Tours İn İstanbul?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Guided Tours İn İstanbul suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Guided Tours İn İstanbul?
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Around 6 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Istanbul can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Istanbul and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Guided Tours İn İstanbul start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Istanbul within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Istanbul?
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On Outty we rank every Istanbul experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour, Istanbul Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Asian Side Stop, ISTANBUL BEST: Iconic Landmarks Full Day PRIVATE Guided City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Istanbul?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Istanbul?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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