Things to Do in Istanbul

Book Istanbul's most comprehensive free walking tour today! 

💎 We cover Istanbul's Old City (Constantinople) in a highly comprehensive tour that covers over a dozen sites including the must-see sites, hidden gems and local hang-out spots. Moreover, we not only cover Istanbul’s past, but also it’s present day situation in a moderate pace that leaves enough room for questions & interaction. This tour has it all. 

Why Book a Tour With Us? 

➕      More Coverage 

We simply cover a bigger area and more topics. Just look at our route map, we cover 4 different neighborhoods and over a dozen places. Plus, we talk about everything from history to modern day Istanbul, daily life and society. 

🎨       Independent & Boutique 

We don't hire people. We are two locals who do our own tours. We're artisans. We're boutique. 

🔥      Full Dedication 

We don't have another occupation. This is all we do, all we think about. We give it our 100%. 

✅      Must-See Sites AND Lesser-Known Sites 

We cover the essentials, but we also cover local hang-out spots hidden in the Old City. 

📚      Online Library Access! 

We provide you with a very comprehensive online library with PDF guides ranging from food to activities & pubs and much more! 

🏝️      No Rush, No Stalling

We don't rush, we don't stall. Moderately paced. We cover a lot of places and topics, but we also give space for interaction, communication and questions. 

IMPORTANT: 

🗓️       Due to high demand and group size limit in season, we need reserved bookings to be able to accommodate our guests in our groups. Please book in advance. 

🙏       This is our main and only occupation, we hope you understand and appreciate our efforts and dedication by contributing a reasonable amount at the end of the tour.

See availability now & reserve your spot before it gets full! 

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Discover Istanbul with the no 1 Free Tour in English!

Looking to explore Istanbul in an authentic, fun, and stress-free way? This is the tour you’ve been waiting for! At Free Tour Istanbul, we’ll take you on an unforgettable journey through the best-kept secrets of this magical city.

Why Choose Us?

🌟 Passionate Local Guides:
Our guides don’t just tell stories—they make you feel part of Istanbul’s rich culture from the very first moment.

📍 Unique Stops:
Not your typical tourist tour—we visit hidden gems you won’t find elsewhere.

🎙️ 100% in English:
Fluent Spanish guides make every story clear, engaging, and enjoyable.

⏰ The Perfect Duration:
With over two hours of exploration, you’ll fully immerse yourself in Istanbul’s charms without it feeling too long.

💰 You Decide the Price:
It’s a free tour! Pay at the end what you think the experience is worth.

What Can You Expect?

🔹 Immerse yourself in Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks and hidden gems.
🔹 Learn the fascinating stories of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires—told in a fun, easygoing way.
🔹 Capture unforgettable memories at legendary sites like:

• Hagia Sophia
• Blue Mosque
• Topkapi Palace (free first courtyard)
• Basilica Cistern (Sunken Palace)
• Roman Hippodrome
• German Fountain
• Bosphorus Strait... and much more!

Enjoy fun facts and anecdotes throughout the tour that will make you laugh and learn along the way.

Plan Your Visit with These Tips!

📍 Meeting Point:
We’ll meet at the circular water fountain between the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.

🚗 Plan Ahead:
Not staying in Sultanahmet? Allow extra time for traffic to arrive stress-free.

👥 For Large Groups:
Groups of more than six? Please contact us to arrange a private tour.

Book Your Spot Now

Spots fill up fast—don’t miss your chance to explore Istanbul like never before! Walk through streets brimming with history, colors, and life, and create unforgettable memories (and maybe even new friendships!).

📅 Daily Tour:
10:30 AM and 14:00 PM in Sultanahmet.

🔗 Reserve your spot now on our website/app and get ready for an adventure!

 
Are you curious about the history and  culture of Istanbul?
Or do you want to do different tour other than the all the things you've seen at the Istanbul?

Make yourself ready to be charmed by the multicultural life of Fener- Balat used to share with many nationalities living in an empire called Ottoman Empire. Greeks, Armenians, Jews, Turks and more living side by side in which you will see a mosque then a church and a synagogue next to each other  !

*This tour is a historical walking tour presented by Historian Professional guides.

  This  Walking Tour Includes  : 

📌Greek Patriarchate Orthodox 
📌Private Marashli Greek Primary School
📌Colorful Stairs
📌Dimitrie Cantemir House Romanian Prince and Lord of Bogdan 
📌Church of Saint Mary of the Mongols (No entrance)
📌Phanar Greek Orthodox College
📌Aya Yorgi Metakhion Jerusalem
📌Panagia Paramythia Church
📌Sveti Stefan Bulgarian Church
📌Wooden Minaret Mosque
📌Stair Hill Historic Balat Houses-Unesco Culture Heritage
📌Antiques-Çifit Bazaar( Jewish Bazaar)
📌Ahrida Synagogue( No entrance)
 
Information for Our Guest 

🚫 Please be careful about the clothing regulation as it is stated for the entrance of the churches.
They do not let people enter both
 
Women and Men = Due to entrance of the church

🚫No shorts 
🚫No skirts or dresses  above the knee line
🚫No sleeveless tops or dresses 

Please also bring a scarf within you for the entrance of the church as well.


When the tour ends you will be able to pay the guru whatever you consider fair. Some will pay €10, others $50 (minimum recommended amount suggested is €10 per person around the world.) 

Welcome to Kadıköy, Istanbul's vibrant heartbeat on the Asian side of the city!
 
Join us on this adventure through its bustling streets and alleys, where the aroma of delicious street food mingles with the excitement of its nightlife.

 Discover hidden gems known only to locals, savoring a rich tapestry of flavors from traditional Turkish snacks to contemporary delights.
As the sun sets, immerse yourself in Kadıköy's lively nightlife scene, where trendy bars and cozy cafes offer the perfect setting for relaxing and enjoy the local vibe. Get ready to eat, drink, and explore the eclectic charm of Kadıköy like never before!

(This is not a typical food tour.We can grab some snacks during the tour and keep walking. This is a walking tour.)

Please follow the meeting point instructions has been given on the app.We have other Atatürk monuments on the Asian side. The right one is given by the link.

Discover the vibrant heart of Istanbul on this immersive walking tour through the bustling streets of Beyoğlu and Taksim. Starting at the iconic Taksim Square, you’ll explore a rich tapestry of history, culture, and architecture, visiting notable landmarks such as: 

• Taksim Square  🚋
• The Republic Monument
•  Hagia Triada Church ⛪
• Rumeli Passage
• The Flower Passage (Çiçek Pasajı)
• European Passage
• Three Horan Church ⛪
• Fish Market
• Galatasaray High School
• Passage Hazzopulo
• St. Antoine Church ⛪
• Biggest Vintage and Second-hand Store
•  The Galata Dervish Lodge 
• Galata Tower 🏰

This walking tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, cuisine, and stunning architecture — a memorable journey through Istanbul’s most captivating neighborhoods.

• Number of participants is limited to 12. Reserve your place without wasting time.
•  Since our tour has a limited capacity of 12 people, please cancel your booking as soon as possible if you decide not to join us. 

 Note I : We will visit the Galata Tower from the outside
 Note II: Our tour will end in front of Galata Tower
 Note III: This walking tour is based on the history of the place.
 Note VI:  For the comfort of all participants, we recommend that infants and toddlers under 4 years old do not join the walking tour.
 Note V:   As our tours are tip-based, we kindly ask for a minimum tip of $15 per person. Tips in any currency equivalent to $15 (such as approximately 600Turkish liras) are welcome. 

A cruise along the Bosphorus is a must for every trip to Istanbul! We'll sail around the Golden Horn, the oldest quarter in this Turkish city.

Istanbul is the only city in the world situated on two continents. No Istanbul trip will be complete without seeing the Asian side of the city. This tour will start on the European Side and finish on the Asian Side of Istanbul, namely Üsküdar neighborhood, where you will get to see actual local life rather than the tourist bubble.  We will take the ferry from Eminönü.  Don’t worry about the tickets, I will have my Istanbul card with enough credits for all of us 🙂 



Here are some highlights of the tour: 

EUROPEAN SIDE: 

Ahmed III Fountain
Topkapı Palace (non ticketted parts) 
Hagia Irene (from outside)
Archeology Museum (from outside)
Gulhane Park
Sirkeci Train Station 
A small Bosphorus tour with the ferry. 


ASIAN SIDE:

Ahmed III fountain (Yes, again! :))
Mihrimah Sultan Mosque 
New Mother’s Mosque 
Food streets of Usküdar. 
Bosphorus walk
Dolmabahce and Ciragan Palaces (outside)
Turkish Bath with reasonable prices. 


Useful information for the traveler:

-No ticket is needed for any place we will enter.
-You may want to bring a scarf to enter the mosques. (Mosques lend scarves too)
-When the tour ends you will be able to pay the guru whatever you consider fair. Some will pay 15, other $50. It's up to you! 


 Looking forward to meeting you!

How do you get the most out of your precious time in Istanbul?

You leave that to us. We, Istanbulian Guides, are a team of professionals. We have guided tens of thousands of people in our years of experience entirely focused on Istanbul and we are both born-and-raised locals of this city. We will deliver the most compact and crucial information you need in only 1.5 hours. 

This is the info you need before deciding where to spend your money and time on: 

✅ What are the must-see sites, their brief history

✅ Visiting hours, ticket prices

✅ How and when to avoid queues

✅ Where to eat good cheap food

✅ Where to get good cheap drinks

✅ Where to buy good cheap things

✅ What activities you shouldn't miss out on

✅ Lesser-known hidden gems of Istanbul

✅ How to avoid scams/tourist traps

✅ How to get around/transportation

✅ Bonus information and resources ++

Warning!

By the end of the tour, you'll learn and have access to so much information about Istanbul that it might take a few hours to digest. Might want to do that over a nice cup of Turkish coffee after lunch. 

We'll meet

In the most central place in Old Town Istanbul, in front of the massive Egyptian Obelisk. Then we'll walk you through the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman history, all the way to modern-day Istanbul.

And btw, we don't do giant groups, and it's the season! So if you're thinking this is it, then Check Availability by clicking the red button and book your place right now!

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See you soon! 😉