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Hidden Gems in Istanbul

Bazaar mornings, Bosphorus afternoons, mosque domes against the dusk. The lesser-known corners of Istanbul most tourists miss — offbeat tours and local-favorite experiences, bookable on the spot.

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2h to 8h

Istanbul Private Walking Tour: Highlights & Gems with a Local

This isn’t a scripted sightseeing tour.

  • 5.0★ · 67 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $67 a person
3h

Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Istanbul Private Tour

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Istanbul with hidden gems that only a local can show you.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $129 a person
Hagia Sophia
1h to 7h

Istanbul Private Tour: Skip Lines, Hidden Gems, Local Expert

Skip the lines and discover Istanbul like a local!

  • 5.0★ · 98 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $115 a person
6h to 8h

Private Istanbul Tour with Local Expert Guide & Hidden Gems

Have your own private guide to discover Istanbul’s magnificent architecture, rich history, eclectic bazaars and the unmissable highlights of the Old City.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $89 a person
Hagia Sophia
8h to 9h

Istanbul Highlights: Small-Group Tour with a Local Expert

Your Authentic Istanbul Adventure: Guided by a Local Expert!

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $49 a person
Hippodrome
8h to 9h

Full Day Istanbul Old City Tour With Expert Local Guide

Explore the city’s long history, unfold different periods of time, and get impressed by what Istanbul has to offer in terms of sites and monuments.

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From $74 a person
3h

Istanbul Asian Side Highlights

Go beyond the tourist trail and discover the side of Istanbul that most travelers never see.

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From $40 a person
4h to 6h

Private Guided Istanbul Highlights Tour Top Historical Sites

Discover the heart of Istanbul with a fully private guided Old City highlights tour designed for a personalized and flexible experience.

  • 5.0★ · 53 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $75 a person
3h 30m

Evening Walking Food Tour Hidden Gems of Istanbul

Evening experience focused on authentic street food Multiple tastings at carefully selected local spots Insightful storytelling about food history and urban culture Small-group...

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From $93 a person
2h to 7h

29-Stop Istanbul Audio Guide: Hidden Stories & Secret Places

This self-guided digital walking tour blends history, culture, and storytelling into a carefully crafted route you can explore at your own pace.

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From $5 a person
4h to 6h

Private Istanbul Day Tour and Famous Grand Bazaar

Experience Istanbul’s rich cultural tapestry as you visit the Blue Mosque, a masterpiece of Ottoman Islamic architecture adorned with iconic İznik tiles.

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From $95 a person
3h

Traditional Home Cooking with a Local in İstanbul City Center

This is not just a cooking class; it’s a journey into the flavors, history, and daily life of Istanbul.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $93 a person
Fried Mussle with Lemon
3h to 4h

Istanbul Street Food Tour Eat Like a Local in Two Continents

This tour is designed for travelers who want to taste the real Istanbul like a local.

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From $100 a person
4h to 6h

Hidden Gems of the Istanbul: From Galata Tower to Balat

Let's have an incredible journey around Istanbul's colorful streets!

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  • Instant confirmation
From $105 a person
1h to 2h

Istanbul Photoshoot tour with Local Photographer

We are a Professional Photography Team which we offer a tour of Istanbul with professional photography service in the most famous corners of Istanbul.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $58 a person
Istanbul Street Food
4h

Flavors of Istanbul – Private Local Food & Market Experience

Taste Istanbul’s authentic flavors on a private half-day food tour.

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From $149 a person
7h to 21h

Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour

Visit highlights of Istanbul with your private tour guide in 1, 2 or 3 days with a flexible itinerary.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Bestseller
From $90 a person
6h to 18h

Istanbul City and Hidden Gem Private Guided Tour 1, 2, 3 Day opt.

Whether you are interested in history, architecture, culture or cuisine while exploring highlights or hidden gems of Istanbul our very well-made itinerary for 1,2 or 3 days...

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $250 a person
3h to 3h 30m

Istanbul Kadikoy Food Tour with 12+ Local Delicacies Tastings

On our daytime Secret Food Tours: Istanbul - Kadikoy, you'll enjoy the best classic Turkish foods.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $97 a person
Bosphorus Boat Tour With the Owners of Dr. Ouetker Company
6h to 8h

Private Tour: Istanbul Old City with Licensed Local Guide

This tour offers more than just sightseeing – it’s a personal journey through Istanbul’s Old City with a licensed local guide.

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From $192 a person
4h to 5h

Food Tour in Istanbul with Local Guide

This tour is given by a food and history enthusiast local tour guide of Istanbul.

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From $120 a person
2h 30m to 3h

Fener, Chora & Balat Hidden Gems Tour with Turkish Coffee

Discover the multicultural heart of Istanbul on a guided walking tour through the historic neighborhoods of Fener and Balat.

  • 4.8★ · 76 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $41 a person
2h to 4h

PRIVATE ISTANBUL FOOD TOUR & Hidden Pearls of the old city

Embark on a private food tour in Istanbul to immerse yourself in the local food culture and discover authentic culinary gems!

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From $145 a person
5h to 7h

WONDERS of ISTANBUL: PRIVATE Full-Day Guided City Tour

An Istanbul Historical Wonders Full-Day Private Guided City Tour offers an exclusive and personalized way to explore Istanbul’s most historic and culturally rich UNESCO World...

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $75 a person

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