Free Tour of Istanbul

Duration: 3 hours

Provided by Viaurbis Tours

Overview

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Meeting point

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Overview of the tour in Istanbul

Step off the beaten path and discover a different side of Istanbul. Our Alternative Istanbul Tour takes you through the city's hidden alleys, where vibrant street art, history, and culture come to life. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a small group, this unique experience is the perfect way to connect with Istanbul’s rich artistic soul and Ottoman history.

Why Join This Tour?

Discover a Different Istanbul:
Uncover the city’s hidden gems and street art treasures while exploring the historical charm of the old Ottoman capital.

The Original Alternative Experience:
We combine history, culture, and modern street art, offering a fresh perspective on Istanbul you won’t find on a typical sightseeing tour.

Led by Licensed Professionals:
Our tours are conducted by professional, licensed guides Language Options
Tours are available in English or Spanish

Designed for Comfort:
With limited group sizes, our tours are perfect for solo travelers, couples, and families. Please note that reservations for groups larger than six people are not accepted to maintain the experience's quality and intimacy.

This activity includes:

The Blue Mosque
Obelisk of Theodosius
Hurrem Sultan Hammam
Hagia Sophia
Topkapi Palace Museum
Hippodrome (open air museum)
German Fountain
Basilica Cistern
Sultan Ahmet Park
Licensed English Speaking Guide
Guía Oficial de Habla Hispana
Soguk Cesme Street (Old Ottoman Houses)

Meeting point

Sultanahmet park

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On arrival

The meeting point is in front of Sultanahmet Fountain, which is between Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque.
Just look for our guides with a red t-shirt and/or umbrella.

Things to note

The tour will begin at the scheduled time at Sultanahmet Square. The guide will wait next to the decorative circular fountain between the Hagia.

We recommend arriving at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour starts. Your guide will wear a red shirt or jacket and carry a red umbrella.
Remember that a free tour is a guided tour in which each person rates the guide's work and gives a tip when the tour is over.

Also, if you won’t be able to join the tour, please don’t forget to cancel your reservation! If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel your reservation; otherwise, the guide will await you.

Free Cancellation

You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.

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