Istanbul Old City Tour with Local Guide
Overview
Discover the rich history and iconic landmarks of Istanbul’s Old City on a private 6–7 hour guided tour with your professional English-speaking guide. Your experience begins at the Hippodrome, followed by visits to Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and Topkapı Palace.
After exploring these famous sites, you can select either the Basilica Cistern or the Grand Bazaar for the final part of your tour. If the schedule and pace of the group allow, your guide may be able to include both attractions.
Since this is a private and flexible experience, the route can be adapted to your interests and preferred pace.
Important: Entrance fees to the attractions are not included in the tour price and are payable separately.
What's Included
- Licensed English Tour Guide
- Entry Admission and Tickets
Meeting Location
Binbirdirek
At Meydanı Caddesi, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Hippodrome (pass by)
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque (pass by)
Blue Mosque (pass by)
TopkapI Palace (pass by)
Basilica Cistern (pass by)
Grand Bazaar (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Istanbul Old City Tour with Local Guide?
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Activity code: C-360039P7
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- 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).
- Licensed English Tour Guide.
- Entry Admission and Tickets.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Istanbul Old City Tour with Local Guide is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Istanbul Old City Tour with Local Guide will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Licensed English Tour Guide
- Entry Admission and Tickets
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
