Tour of Ottoman Istanbul & Asian Side, Istanbul

A very interesting tour. The guide was lovely, providing explanations about the history of the country and the city of I...

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On this tour, we'll take you to discover Ottoman Istanbul and then we'll cross the Bosphorus Bridge to venture into the Asian side of the city. You'll love it!

Details

Duration

8 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

English–speaking guide
Admission to the Beylerbeyi Palace
Admission to the Çamlıca Mosque (depending on selection)

Not included

Food and drinks

When to book

You can book up to 1 day 12 hours in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Reviews of our customers

7.9

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October 9, 2026
Anónimo
Spain
A very interesting tour. The guide was lovely, providing explanations about the history of the country and the city of Istanbul throughout.
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Alicia Azofra
Valencia, Spain
Lily was a fantastic guide, sharing wonderful stories and a wealth of interesting and engaging information. Everything we visited was spectacular and ...
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Anónimo
Guadalajara, Mexico
Excellent guide, historical knowledge and overview of daily Turkish life; a very pleasant experience
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September 28, 2026
Virginia
Madrid, Spain
Good flow, comfortable thanks to the bus transfer and with good explanations from the guide.
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September 21, 2026
Gabriela Madruga
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Very dynamic and illustrative of the city.
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Arturo
Torreón, Mexico
The guide was very good with his explanations and knowledge of the places.
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Jose Francisco
Valladolid, Spain
The guide was excellent, both in his explanations and in his time management.
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Alberto
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Amazing
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Fernando Hernandez Torres
Xalapa, Mexico
Excellent, the guide and the commentary on the places visited were very good.
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Elena
Valencia, Spain
Excellent itinerary, knowledge, and the guide's personality. We loved it!
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On this tour, we'll take you to discover Ottoman Istanbul and then we'll cross the Bosphorus Bridge to venture into the Asian side of the city. You'll love it!

Tour Details

At the designated time, we'll meet at the point you selected during the booking process and, once we've all arrived, we'll begin this comprehensive tour of Ottoman Istanbul and the Asian side of the city.

We'll begin with a stroll through the Kuzguncuk neighbourhood, featuring beautiful streets and multicoloured houses. Get ready to see some amazing examples of traditional architecture! Kuzgunck also has a very diverse cultural background, with a blend of Greek, Armenian, Jewish, and Islamic influences. This is why a mosque, church and synagogue can all be found here.

This neighbourhood is known as the film background for certain Turkish shows such as Hatırla Sevgili (Remember, Darling), Kuzey Guney (North, South), and Kara Sevda (Endless Love). If you are a fan of any of these dramas, we're sure you'll recognise some of the spots we walk past before heading to the Asian side of Istanbul by crossing the Bosphorus Strait.

Once there, we'll visit the Beylerbeyi Palace, a beautiful white marble residence built in the 19th century on the orders of Sultan Abdulaziz. This building has 3 main entrances, 7 halls, 24 incredibly decorated rooms, and a beautiful garden with magnolias which will make you fall in love with this part of the city.

We'll then continue this tour with a wander through the Üsküdar neighbourhood, and we'll head over to the seaside promenade to get great views of the iconic Maiden's Tower, an emblematic symbol of Istanbul.

After a total of 4 hours, this tour will come to an end at the Marmaray Uskudar station.

8-Hour Tour

If you want an even more comprehensive tour, why not upgrade your experience to the 8-hour tour option? In this case, after admiring the Maiden's Tower from the seaside promenade, we'll take you to one of the most popular restaurants in the area where you can enjoy some Turkish cuisine if you wish.

Having re-energised, we'll make our way to Kadıköy, a cosmopolitan district known for its cafés, shops, and markets with fresh produce, until reaching the Çamlıca Mosque, one of the biggest and most majestic in Istanbul. We'll admire its impressive architecture and scenic views of the city.

This tour will end in the Taksim neighbourhood

Meeting Points

During the booking process, you'll be able to choose between the following meeting points to start the tour from:

The Ataturk Cultural Centre: if you choose this option, the tour will begin at 8:30 am
Marmaray Sirkeci Station: if you select this meeting point, the tour will begin at 9 am

Important Info

During the booking process, it's important that all passenger details appear exactly as they appear in their passport.

Points of interest in Istanbul

Hagia Sophia Topkapi Palace Blue Mosque Basilica Cistern Galata Tower Grand Bazaar

Types of activities in Istanbul

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On this tour, we'll take you to discover Ottoman Istanbul and then we'll cross the Bosphorus Bridge to venture into the Asian side of the city. You'll love it!

Tour Details

After a total of 4 hours, this tour will come to an end at the Marmaray Uskudar station.

8-Hour Tour

This tour will end in the Taksim neighbourhood

Meeting Points

During the booking process, you'll be able to choose between the following meeting points to start the tour from:

The Ataturk Cultural Centre: if you choose this option, the tour will begin at 8:30 am
Marmaray Sirkeci Station: if you select this meeting point, the tour will begin at 9 am

Important Info

During the booking process, it's important that all passenger details appear exactly as they appear in their passport.

Tour of Ottoman Istanbul & Asian Side