Istanbul Old City Private Tour with Skip-the-Line Tickets

6 to 10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Why Travelers Book This Tour

Discover Istanbul’s Old City with a private licensed guide and skip-the-line access to the city’s most iconic landmarks. This tour is designed for first-time visitors who want to see more in less time—without crowds, rushing, or unwanted shopping stops. Enjoy a flexible pace tailored to your interests, seamless logistics with hotel or port pickup, and insightful storytelling that brings history to life. Walk the historic streets, avoid long ticket lines, and focus on what matters most: culture, history, and unforgettable moments.

Limited availability due to high demand. This private tour sells out fast, especially on cruise days. Skip the crowds, skip the lines, and secure your preferred time with a licensed local guide. Book now for a smooth, stress-free Old City experience you’ll remember long after Istanbul.

Ideal for cruise passengers with limited port time.

What's Included

Pick up and Drop Off
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
All Admissons/Museums Entrance fee
Parking Fees
All Beverages
For Guide and Driver recommended

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick you up from your hotel, port or airport wherever you are in the city and start our tour.
Your itinerary is fully customizable—choose the sites you want to explore, from Sultanahmet and Eminönü to the charming neighborhoods of Balat, Fener, or the vibrant Asian Side. With door-to-door pickup from your hotel or Galataport cruise terminal, this experience is ideal for both first-time visitors and seasoned travelers.

Whether you’re looking for history, culture, photography, or a leisurely day with family, this private Istanbul tour offers an unforgettable journey through one of the world’s most fascinating cities.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 to 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    TopkapI Palace

    Topkapi Palace Museum / Topkapı Sarayı More than just an Imperial Residence of Ottoman Sultans, it was the seat of the Supreme Executive and Judiciary Council for almost 400 years long. Topkapi Palace is a great monument of Oriental architecture which resembles the power of the Ottoman Empire.stanbul shore excursions to Topkapi Palace offer visitors the chance to explore one of the most iconic landmarks in the city. This historical site was once the residence of the Ottoman sultans and is now a museum showcasing a vast collection of artifacts and treasures. A guided tour of Topkapi Palace allows guests to immerse themselves in the rich history and culture of Istanbul while admiring stunning architecture and beautiful gardens. It's a must-see destination for anyone visiting Istanbul and a highlight of any shore excursion in the city. Read more about - Istanbul Shore Excursion : Best Seller Private Istanbul Tour -

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

    Hagia Sophia Museum / Ayasofya / Santa Sofia Built in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian, played a very important role in the Christian and Islamic World.. It has been chanched its regulation for non belivers visiters! with your ticket you will get headset provided by Mosque. when visiting Istanbul, one must make sure to include a shore excursion to the iconic Hagia Sophia. The historical significance and breathtaking architecture of this landmark make it a must-see for any visitor to the city. With Istanbul shore excursions, visitors can explore this ancient and stunning building while also experiencing the beauty of the city's shoreline. It is an unforgettable experience that should not be missed. Read more about - Istanbul Shore Excursion : Best Seller Private Istanbul Tour - https://www.viator.com/tours/Istanbul/Istanbul-Private-Trip-Guided-Tour-from-Hotel-Cruiseport/d585-445050P1?mcid=56757

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Blue Mosque

    Blue Mosque / Sultanahmet Camii Built in the early 1600s for Sultan Ahmet I of the Ottoman Empire, the Blue Mosque is truly a magnificent masterpiece of architecture with amazingly delicate proportions for a building of such massive scale.The Blue Mosque in Istanbul offers shore excursions that provide tourists with the opportunity to explore the beautiful architecture and history of this iconic landmark. Whether it's admiring the stunning blue tiles or taking in the grandeur of the domes and minarets, a visit to the Blue Mosque is a must for anyone visiting Istanbul. With its convenient location near the shore, it's the perfect stop for those on a cruise or who want to make the most of their time in the city. Don't miss out on the chance to experience the magic of the Blue Mosque during your visit to Istanbul Read more about - Istanbul Shore Excursion : Best Seller Private Istanbul Tour -

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Basilica Cistern

    The Basilica Cistern, or Cisterna Basilica (Greek: Βασιλική Κινστέρνα, Turkish: Yerebatan Sarnıcı or Yerebatan Saray, "Subterranean Cistern" or "Subterranean Palace"), is the largest of several hundred ancient cisterns that lie beneath the city of Istanbul, Turkey. The cistern, located 150 metres (490 ft) southwest of the Hagia Sophia on the historical peninsula of Sarayburnu, was built in the 6th century during the reign of Byzantine emperor Justinian I. Today it is kept with little water, for public access inside the space Read more about - Istanbul Shore Excursion : Best Seller Private Istanbul Tour -

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Grand Bazaar

    Grand Bazaar / Kapalı Çarşı One of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world with over 4,000 shops with colorful products of ceramic, leather, rugs, carpets, handicrafts, clothes, silver, and gold Read more about - Istanbul Shore Excursion : Best Seller Private Istanbul Tour - https://www.viator.com/tours/Istanbul/Istanbul-Private-Trip-Guided-Tour-from-Hotel-Cruiseport/d585-445050P1?mcid=56757

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Sultanahmet Square

    he Hippodrome of Constantinople (Greek: Ἱππόδρομος τῆς Κωνσταντινουπόλεως, romanized: Hippódromos tēs Kōnstantinoupóleōs; Latin: Circus Maximus Constantinopolitanus; Turkish: Hipodrom), was a circus that was the sporting and social centre of Constantinople, capital of the Byzantine Empire. Today it is a square in Istanbul, Turkey, known as Sultanahmet Square (Turkish: Sultanahmet Meydanı). Read more about - Istanbul Shore Excursion : Best Seller Private Istanbul Tour - https://www.viator.com/tours/Istanbul/Istanbul-Private-Trip-Guided-Tour-from-Hotel-Cruiseport/d585-445050P1?mcid=56757

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Nuruosmaniye Camii

    The Nuruosmaniye Mosque (Turkish: Nuruosmaniye Camii) is an 18th-century Ottoman mosque located in the Çemberlitaş neighbourhood of Fatih district in Istanbul, Turkey, which was inscribed in the Tentative list of World Heritage Sites in Turkey in 2016. Designed by a Greek non-Muslim architect named Simeon Kalfa , the Nuruosmaniye mosque was the first monumental Ottoman building to exemplify the new Ottoman baroque style, which introduced baroque and neoclassical elements from Europe. The mosque's ornamentation and its curved courtyard display its baroque influences. The dome of the mosque is one of the largest in Istanbul. The mosque is part of a larger religious complex, or külliye, acting as a centre of culture, religion, and education for the neighborhood.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Q: Are the tours wheelchair friendly? Yes, we can customize the itinerary for limited mobility guests.
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Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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