Istanbul: Old City Self-Guided Audio Tour with Local Discounts

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About this activity

Explore Istanbul's Old City at your own pace with a 15-language audio guide — one guide is all your group needs. Like having a local friend show you the icons, the tastiest tables, and the spots locals trust, with exclusive discounts that can pay back its small price in a single meal.

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At a glance

Duration: 2–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: German, Russian, Portuguese, Korean, English, Italian, French, Spanish, Arabic, Japanese, Persian, Chinese, Polish, Dutch, Turkish
Written guide: German, Russian, Portuguese, Korean, English, Italian, French, Spanish, Arabic, Japanese, Persian, Chinese, Polish, Dutch, Turkish
Operated by: Bosporus Cruise

What is included

Included

Included: Safe, walkable routes with clear directions
Included: Exclusive discounts at handpicked local restaurants and shops — cover the price in a single meal
Included: One guide covers your whole group
Included: Audio guide available in 15 languages
Included: Self-guided audio tour of Istanbul's Old City

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Personal expenses
Not included: Live tour guide

Itinerary

Hippodrome

30 min

Explore the historic Hippodrome, once the social and sporting heart of Constantinople. Discover famous monuments including the Egyptian Obelisk, the Serpent Column, and the German Fountain while listening to engaging audio stories that bring the city's Byzantine and Ottoman history to life.
Blue Mosque

45 min

Admire one of Istanbul's most iconic landmarks, famous for its six minarets and magnificent blue Iznik tiles. Your self-guided audio tour shares fascinating stories, cultural insights, and practical visitor tips while allowing you to explore at your own pace.
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

one hour Admission not included

Visit the legendary Hagia Sophia, one of the world's greatest architectural masterpieces. Learn about its transformation from cathedral to mosque to museum and back to mosque through immersive audio storytelling and helpful visitor guidance.
Basilica Cistern

40 min Admission not included

Descend into the atmospheric Basilica Cistern and discover its mysterious underground world, ancient columns, and the famous Medusa heads. The audio guide explains the hidden history while providing useful visitor information.
TopkapI Palace

1 h 30 min Admission not included

Explore the former residence of the Ottoman Sultans and discover centuries of imperial history. Your audio guide highlights the palace's most important courtyards, treasures, and panoramic viewpoints.
Istanbul Archaeological Museum

one hour Admission not included

Discover one of the world's finest archaeological collections, featuring remarkable artifacts from ancient civilizations including Mesopotamia, Anatolia, Egypt, Greece, and Rome. The audio stories help bring each period to life.
Grand Bazaar

one hour

Wander through one of the world's oldest and largest covered markets. Your guide shares shopping tips, local traditions, bargaining advice, and hidden corners while helping you navigate the maze of colorful streets.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

MEETING POINT

There is no fixed meeting point — you can start wherever you like. We suggest beginning at Sultanahmet Square, in the heart of the Old City and within walking distance of the main sights, but the guide works from any point you choose and directs you from where you are.

End point

MEETING POINT

There is no fixed meeting point — you can start wherever you like. We suggest beginning at Sultanahmet Square, in the heart of the Old City and within walking distance of the main sights, but the guide works from any point you choose and directs you from where you are.