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Worth your time in Istanbul.
The 15 Istanbul tours and experiences travellers rate highest, from skip-the-line tickets at Hagia Sophia to sunset on the Bosphorus and dinner across the water in Asia.
3-hour Bosphorus mega-yacht dinner with a private table, live Turkish music and dance shows, and Istanbul views from Dolmabahçe to Maiden’s Tower.
Most Popular“Murat was really great with us ! Totally recommand”
3-hour Istanbul Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish Night show, unlimited soft drinks, dinner, and lit-up palaces and bridges.
“It was my birthday. It was the best day of my life. The food, the show, the little surprise Mr Mert organised for me. Absolutely amazing. Thank you for making my day so special ❤️”
Private Istanbul tour with hotel pickup and a guide who brings Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi, markets, and more to life.
“Wow, so much covered in one day! We feel like we were able to most of the sites in Istanbul at a leisurely pace with a great guide. Gurkan was very knowledgeable and experienced. We enjoyed our tour and really loved the city. So many great experiences it is hard to pick a favorite. Would…”
Fast-track entry to Istanbul’s Basilica Cistern with all-day access and a multilingual audio guide for Byzantine details and Medusa photos.
“incredible place you should not miss while in Istanbul. Make sure to learn about its origins.”
See the Mevlevi Sema at HodjaPasha, a restored 550-year-old Ottoman bath in Istanbul, with live music, whirling dervishes, and no photos.
“The Whirling Dervishes was a fascinating experience. A mesmerising hour of wonder. The display in the foyer went some way to answering my questions but I would have loved a person to talk to with these questions.”
Skip-the-line access to Topkapi Palace and the Harem Museum with a timed entry slot and an app audio guide in English.
“I found it a bit hard to find the original place, but maybe that's my fault.”
Small-group Bosphorus yacht cruise in Istanbul with snacks, fruit, tea and a multi-language audio guide, timed for sunset or day views.
“We had an incredible yacht experience, and a big part of that was thanks to Topa Bozmose. She went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect, from her warm hospitality to her attention to detail throughout the trip. Her professionalism, friendly attitude, and genuine care truly elevated the entire experience. We couldn’t have…”
Guided small-group tour of the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia with priority entry, expert commentary, and an easy cruise-port option.
“The tour was excellent and our guide Cigdem was both passionate and incredibly knowledgeable, bringing history and culture to life with engaging stories and insights. Her enthusiasm made the experience unforgettable.”
Private hamam in Istanbul’s Old City with scrub, foam, steam and sauna, plus optional massage. Tea and coffee included.
“This was a nice first hamam experience, everyone was very kind and instructed me on the steps. The place itself is also very atmospheric. I choose the 30 min massage option, only thing I would have preferred is to focus on one area of the body for that time, because massaging the whole body in…”
Make a Turkish mosaic lamp in Istanbul in 2.5 hours with artisan guidance, unlimited tea and coffee, and a take-home souvenir.
“Awesome workshop with a great team! We had a lot of fun, and the space is very comfortable and cozy. Thanks to the team for having and teaching us today, we'll come back!”
Make a signature perfume in Istanbul with a Bosphorus view. Test 50+ scents, blend your own, and take home 50ml.
“It was such a fun and personal experience, our hosts Tuana and Beyza were lovely and really helped us along the way!”
Watch Istanbul’s Bosphorus sunset from a comfy yacht with a live English guide, mint lemonade, canapés, and major landmark photo stops.
“Excellent option to get a clear view of this geographic beauty, the Bosforus! Excellent service!”
2-hour Bosphorus sunset cruise from Kabataş with multilingual audio guide plus optional snacks and soft drinks on a spacious boat.
“Stunning 2 hour cruise, sunset was great in January, lovely views and warm bar inside with great staff. Red wine was good. Make sure to go to the top floor! Nice vibes”
A 2-hour Bosphorus cruise in Istanbul with phone audio in 11 languages, unlimited Turkish tea, and Europe-Asia views for about $8.
“Good value 2 hour cruise on the Bosphorus. Allowed us to see more of Istanbul than we would have otherwise. Had a good day weather wise so we’re able to sit on top level outside. Commentary was in many languages and pointed out the main sites. So most of the time you were able to…”
Istanbul princes islands cruise to Heybeliada and Büyükada with lunch, free time, optional swimming, and a fun music return.
“Very good for the low price. The guide, Oktay, was super polite and fun.”
From the domes of the old city to the Bosphorus, the bazaars and the table, every way to spend a day across two continents.
