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The 15 Best Sightseeing Tours in Istanbul

65 tours  ·  ★★★★★★★★★★ 4.7 average  ·  from $35

The 15 best sightseeing tours in Istanbul you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Spa in Old City - What happens during the 50 to 125-minute visit
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Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Spa in Old City

1.Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Spa in Old City

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,225 reviews · 50 - 125 minutes · from $53Our pick

Review of Istanbul’s private Old City hamam with scrub, foam massage, sauna, steam room, and optional massage for $53.

“My first Turkish bath experience was absolutely wonderful and far exceeded my expectations. From the moment I arrived, the atmosphere felt calm, warm, and inviting, immediately putting me at ease. As someone experiencing this for the first time, I really appreciated how unhurried everything felt — there was no sense of being rushed at any point. The heat, steam, and ritual of the bath were deeply relaxing, allowing me to completely switch off and enjoy the moment. Each step flowed naturally into the next, giving me time to fully unwind and soak in the experience. The pace was perfect, making it feel like a true escape rather than just an…”

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ISTANBUL BEST: Iconic Landmarks Full Day PRIVATE Guided City Tour - Blue Mosque and the Hippodrome in one historic square
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ISTANBUL BEST: Iconic Landmarks Full Day PRIVATE Guided City Tour

2.ISTANBUL BEST: Iconic Landmarks Full Day PRIVATE Guided City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,032 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $80Top rated

Review of Istanbul’s private landmark tour, covering Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, the Grand Bazaar, guide quality, costs, timing, and practical tips.

“We did a tour with Shaban, and he was very kind. Thanks to him, we were able to visit many places smoothly. My friend and I love taking photos, and sometimes it took us a bit of time to get the perfect shot, but he patiently waited for us and never rushed us, which we really appreciated! He also gave clear and interesting explanations about the history and background of each place, and even brought us to a nice souvenir shop. Overall, he was very kind and made our experience enjoyable. We really appreciate his guidance and would recommend him to others!”

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Istanbul: City Highlights Tour w/Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque - Pickup from hotels and Istanbul Port
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Istanbul: City Highlights Tour w/Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque

3.City Highlights Tour w/Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 390 reviews · 4 hours · from $41

Explore Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, and Grand Bazaar on a guided four-hour tour for $41.

“We must be the luckiest people in the world to get Baris as a tour guide for our first visit to Istanbul. Our hotel was just outside their pickup area but were willing to pick us up at our hotel. Nobody else was on our tour so we got a private tour from Baris! The knowledge in his head of history and Instanbul was AMAZING, interesting, and fun. He was super flexible and willing to answer any question, explore alternate areas we were interested in. Our tour ran longer than planned and I never felt he was rushing to go somewhere he was more than happy to help us, answer…”

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Istanbul: Public, Private or VIP Hammam & Spa in Old City - What happens from sauna to foam wash
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Istanbul: Public, Private or VIP Hammam & Spa in Old City

4.Public, Private or VIP Hammam & Spa in Old City

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 387 reviews · 50 - 115 minutes · from $41

Review of Istanbul’s Old City hammam with sauna, kese scrub, foam wash, massage, and public, private, or VIP options.

“Such a great experience!! only thing I regret is not booking a longer massage session. Heads up for women that want to use the sauna and steam room without running into any men, book the earliest session on a weekday when they are not as busy. I wear a hijab and was able to do all the things without running into any men so I didn't have to skip any of the experiences or worry about covering up.”

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Istanbul: Private City Highlights Guided Tour - Sultanahmet sets the scene
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Istanbul: Private City Highlights Guided Tour

5.Private City Highlights Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 370 reviews · from $103

Explore Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome, and Grand Bazaar with a private guide in seven hours.

“It was cold and rainy but our guide made sure we didn’t have to wait a long time to get into the sites. He also was fun to be with and moved at the best pace for us. We were able to see everything we wanted to see and he made sure we got a good and safe taxi back to the hotel.”

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WONDERS of ISTANBUL: PRIVATE Full-Day Guided City Tour - Hagia Sophia: the day begins beneath a famous dome
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WONDERS of ISTANBUL: PRIVATE Full-Day Guided City Tour

Istanbul Shore Excursion: Istanbul in One Day Sightseeing Tour - Hagia Sophia, where two faiths meet
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Istanbul Shore Excursion: Istanbul in One Day Sightseeing Tour

Istanbul: Full-Day City Highlights Tour with Lunch - Pickup, transport, and the walking reality
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Istanbul: Full-Day City Highlights Tour with Lunch

Istanbul: Full-Day 2-Sides City Tour with Lunch & Boat Tour - Starting on Camlica Hill above the Asian side
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Istanbul: Full-Day 2-Sides City Tour with Lunch & Boat Tour

9.Full-Day 2-Sides City Tour with Lunch & Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 250 reviews · 12 hours · from $106

See Istanbul from both continents on a full-day tour with Camlica views, Beylerbeyi Palace, lunch, Pierre Loti Hill, and a Bosporus cruise.

“It was a wonderful tour, the guides were very experienced. We visited many different regions. Lunch was delicious. At the end of the tour, we took a boat trip and watched Istanbul under magical lights. After the tour, they dropped us back at our hotel.”

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Istanbul: Private Full-Day Old City Highlights Tour - Starting from your central hotel
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Istanbul: Private Full-Day Old City Highlights Tour

10.Private Full-Day Old City Highlights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 234 reviews · 7 hours · from $102

Review of Istanbul’s private Old City tour, covering Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, and Grand Bazaar.

“Sercan is a great guide, he provided a lot of information and even adjusted the tour as per our requirement. thank you Sercan”

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Small Group Full-Day Istanbul: Old City, Bosphorus Cruise & Lunch - Hagia Sophia: begin with Istanbul’s great architectural conversation
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Small Group Full-Day Istanbul: Old City, Bosphorus Cruise & Lunch

11.Small Group Full-Day Istanbul: Old City, Bosphorus Cruise & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 225 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $108

Review of Istanbul’s 7-hour small-group tour, with Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, bazaars, Turkish lunch, and a Bosphorus cruise.

“Our pick up from the hotel was on time. We were taken to a plaza but not given any instructions - after a few minutes we were gathered by another driver who took us to board another tour bus. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and kind, but I felt the pace was very rushed. At the Blue Mosque, when going thru security, my husband's pocket knife was taken, we were told we could retrieve it afterwards. We didn't try to get it later, but I was appreciative of our tour guide giving us instructions on what we had to do/where we had to go to get it back after…”

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Istanbul Old City: Ottoman Hamam Experience with Foam Massage - Starting in the warm room under star-shaped lights
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Istanbul Old City: Ottoman Hamam Experience with Foam Massage

Istanbul Old City And Sunset Bosphorus Cruise Tour - Süleymaniye Mosque And The Golden Horn View
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Istanbul Old City And Sunset Bosphorus Cruise Tour

13.Istanbul Old City And Sunset Bosphorus Cruise Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 134 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $96

Review of Istanbul’s 10-hour old city and sunset Bosphorus cruise, with mosques, lunch, transport, costs, tips, and key drawbacks.

“The tour was quite educational, with a guide who demonstrated extensive knowledge about each site. He allowed sufficient time for photographs and personal exploration when needed. However, the night boat tour felt excessively long, leading me to disembark early when we returned to the dock to pick up additional tourists. I rated it four stars because the guide often neglected to ensure the group was together when moving to the next location; he would simply proceed without checking on everyone. I suggest bringing a headscarf, as it is required in most exhibits, and purchasing your Hagia Sophia Mosque ticket online to avoid higher charges. For first-time visitors to the country,…”

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Private Old City Guided Tour - The Blue Mosque, known locally as Sultan Ahmet Mosque
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Private Old City Guided Tour

14.Private Old City Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 129 reviews · 5 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $235

Review of Istanbul’s private Old City tour, covering Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar, tickets, timing, and value.

“Aydin was our guide; he was super friendly and very knowledgable. It was nice to have him meet us at the location of our choice and then lead us from here to there, minimize wait times and just make sure that we squeezed in what we wanted to before anything closed. It made for a stress-free experience which was the goal on our last day in Istanbul. I would definitely book Aydin again!”

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Full Day Historical Walking Tour of Istanbul Old City from Hagia Sophia - Hagia Sophia, a building with several lives
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Full Day Historical Walking Tour of Istanbul Old City from Hagia Sophia

15.Full Day Historical Walking Tour of Istanbul Old City from Hagia Sophia

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 114 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $43

Explore Istanbul’s Old City in a small group, from Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque to Topkapı Palace and the Basilica Cistern.

“Interesting and educational tour. Very long day. I recommend this to those with a genuine interest in walking tours, specifically. The interesting sites and historical information do make up for the long day on your feet.”

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