Istanbul Full-Day City Tour, Istanbul - Book online at Civitatis.com

Name: Istanbul Full-Day City Tour
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 119.12 USD
Rating: 8 (488 reviews)

Excellent. Our guide Vitalik was a great person.

Eduardo

In this tour, we'll visit the most emblematic places in Istanbul, including Topkapi Palace, a symbol of the power of Constantinople, having served as the headquarters of the Ottoman Empire.

Details

Duration

7 hours.

Language

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

Included

Transport by minibus or bus
English–speaking guide
Priority tickets to all attractions
Meal with a choice of several dishes (depending on selected option)

Not included

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.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

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

8.0

Excellent 4,763 Travelers·488 reviews

September 29, 2026
Eduardo
Zaragoza, Spain
Excellent. Our guide Vitalik was a great person.
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August 17, 2026
Maria
Spain
Our guide, Selma, was very kind and tried to pick us up and drop us off as close as possible to our hotel. A perfect tour for Istanbul history buffs.
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August 14, 2026
Fernando Hernandez Torres
Xalapa, Mexico
Excellent, the guide is very expert and the comments are precise.
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June 23, 2026
Fernando Rubens Cabrera Damasco
Montevideo, Uruguay
Excellent, the guide is very good, it explains things very clearly and thoroughly.
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June 16, 2026
Gaetano Francesco
Italy
What can I say about Sebiha? She's an exceptional guide: very knowledgeable, patient, friendly, and fun. She managed to make the whole group fall in l...
With friends
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May 17, 2026
Patricio Re
Argentina
This activity is ideal if you want to see the main sights of Istanbul in one day. It's a city you'd really need 10 days to see everything, but if you'...
Traveling solo
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April 26, 2026
Anónimo
Guatemala
Very good. Seda, the guide, was very enthusiastic and her explanations were very interesting.
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April 6, 2026
Juan Antonio Uranga Manterola
San Sebastian, Spain
The visits to the city were very good.
As a couple
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March 26, 2026
José Alejandro Corell García
Valencia, Spain
Truly interesting
As a couple
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March 26, 2026
Jean Bernard
Saumur, France
Wonderful visit with a fascinating guide, a very good day
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In this tour, we'll visit the most emblematic places in Istanbul, including Topkapi Palace, a symbol of the power of Constantinople, having served as the headquarters of the Ottoman Empire.

Guided Bus Tour

After picking you up from your chosen meeting point at the indicated time, we'll begin our guided tour of Istanbul's top landmarks.

First of all, we'll travel in a comfortable vehicle to the Topkapi Palace, the best reflection of the imperial era in Istanbul, as it symbolises the importance that Constantinople reached as the capital of the Ottoman dominions. We'll tour the palace, visiting the different rooms: kitchens, weapons, religious relics and treasures, telling its history and discovering its curiosities. We'll also visit the famous harem room.

Afterwards, we'll continue our tour through the Pera district, known for its unique architecture and European influence. We'll then walk to the Galata district to see the exterior of the famous tower.

Around midday, we'll stop to eat in a traditional Turkish restaurant. The menu will include specialties like börek (similar to a pie), meat or vegetables, and a dessert. If you'd prefer, you can also choose to get lunch by yourself.

Feeling refuelled, we'll visit Taksim Square, passing through Istiklal Avenue, which is the modern heart of Istanbul, famous for its atmosphere, shops and restaurants. We'll also visit the impressive Süleymaniye Mosque, a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture and one of the largest mosques in Istanbul.

Finally, you'll have some free time in the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. There, we'll end the tour after about 7 hours.

Topkapi Palace & the Grand Bazaar

The government does occasional renovations of the Topkapi Palace throughout the year, so certain sections may be closed during your visit.

The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays, October 29, and on Muslim holidays.

Tour Without Lunch

If you would prefer to bring something to eat or look for a restaurant on your own, you can book the tour without lunch.

Meeting Points

This tour includes pickup from the following points in Istanbul:

Ataturk Cultural Center (Atatürk Kültür Merkezi) at 8:30 am
Marmaray Sirkeci İstasyonu (entrance of Sirkeci Gar) 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

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Guided Tours and Free Tours Free Tour Boat tours Folk Event Zen Day trips

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In this tour, we'll visit the most emblematic places in Istanbul, including Topkapi Palace, a symbol of the power of Constantinople, having served as the headquarters of the Ottoman Empire.

Guided Bus Tour

After picking you up from your chosen meeting point at the indicated time, we'll begin our guided tour of Istanbul's top landmarks.

Finally, you'll have some free time in the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. There, we'll end the tour after about 7 hours.

Topkapi Palace & the Grand Bazaar

The government does occasional renovations of the Topkapi Palace throughout the year, so certain sections may be closed during your visit.

The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays, October 29, and on Muslim holidays.

Tour Without Lunch

If you would prefer to bring something to eat or look for a restaurant on your own, you can book the tour without lunch.

Meeting Points

This tour includes pickup from the following points in Istanbul:

Ataturk Cultural Center (Atatürk Kültür Merkezi) at 8:30 am
Marmaray Sirkeci İstasyonu (entrance of Sirkeci Gar) at 9 am

Important Info

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

Istanbul Full-Day City Tour