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A Magical Evening in Istanbul: Private City Tour

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Istanbul, Turkey
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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

As the sun starts to set Istanbul lights up showing its true beautiful colours.

Enjoy a night to remember in Istanbul exploring the best the city has to offer on a private city tour with a local guide. Go from the Galata bridge to Kılıç Ali Paşa Mosque and hear insights and stories that show a different perspective of Istanbul that only comes out at dusk.

And with fewer tourist crowds and a calmer atmosphere, you are in for a treat. Discover where the locals go to unwind after work and let your local host point you out in the right direction on how to keep the night going after finishing your tour with local recommendations.

Withlocals Evening City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and preventing over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

What's Included

  • 1 non alcoholic drinks
  • Private Tour
  • This tour is carbon neutral
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Extra Food and Drinks
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Kılıçali Paşa
Defterdar Ykş. No:2, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye

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End point

Tomtom
İstiklal Cd. No:171, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye

Finish on a high (quite literally) atop one of Istanbuls amazing rooftop bars for a great view and a drink

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Galata Koprusu

Galata Bridge is the heart of Istanbul, spanning the Golden Horn from Karaköy on the north to Old Istanbul, centered on Sultanahmet, on the south.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kilic Ali Pasa Mosque

The Kilic Ali Pasa Mosque was commissioned by the Ottoman chief admiral, Kilic Ali Pasa, and built by the architect Sinan in 1580.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kemankeş Cafe (pass by)

Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
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Vakıfbank ATM, İETT Karaköy Tünel Girişi (pass by)

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Galata Tower (pass by)

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Resat Balik Market (pass by)

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Church of Saint Anthony of Padua (pass by)

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the A Magical Evening in Istanbul: Private City Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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What's Included

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  • 1 non alcoholic drinks
  • Private Tour
  • This tour is carbon neutral
  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Extra Food and Drinks

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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