You’ve probably heard that Istanbul is well-known for Hagia Sophia, but do you know the stories and origin behind it? Or how much influence it has on the locals daily life? On this private city tour, you are in for a cultural treat!
Explore Topkapi Palace & Surroundings with a Local
1565 reviews
3 hours | skip the line tours | Istanbul
A quick visit to the Topkapi Palace is not enough. There are other spots worth checking out outside this attraction, and your local host knows exactly where. Combine your visit to the Topkapi Palace with a touch of hidden gems and an easy access to this famous attraction, and you are set for a good time!
Go off the beaten path on a journey full of hidden gems! Escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and discover tranquil green spaces, local neighborhoods with a lively atmosphere, and a bazaar filled with interesting handicrafts, Turkish products, and textiles.
Alternative Istanbul: Street Art Tour on the Asian Side
105 reviews
3 hours | art & culture tours | Istanbul
Want to escape the touristy crowds and mingle with the locals? Follow me to Yeldeğirmeni neighborhood! Step into Istanbul's Asian side to discover this hip district and get ready to walk among the cool street art. On this private tour, you can absorb all the artistic vibes of Istanbul!
Explore the buzzing evening scene in Istanbul’s Old and New City. Spot architectural gems lit up in the dark, blend in with the locals at nightlife hotspots and create memories you will never forget.
NOTE: THIS TOUR WON’T INCLUDE THE BAZAARS ON SUNDAYS
Home to different civilizations all throughout the ages, Istanbul’s art and cultural scene are truly gratifying. You’ll learn more about this when you join a Withlocals culture and art tour of Istanbul. In Istanbul, there are just so many interesting museums and cultural attractions to see! The old city is a reflection of the cultural influences of the many empires that used to rule the country. So let a local guide you into the city’s art and cultural gems by joining a street art tour of Istanbul. Joining these tours is a great way to discover the city’s rich history, interesting culture, and unique traditions. If you want to get a peek of the local’s way of life while learning about the local arts and culture, join the Markets, Bazaars & Artisans Tour. With a local as your guide, this private tour includes a visit to the city’s local markets and bazaars, where you can soak up the lively vibe as you hunt for that perfect souvenir. Venture off-the-beaten-path in the Alternative Istanbul: Yeldeğirmeni & Street Art in Kadıköy. On this street art tour of Istanbul, your local host will guide you into the city’s hippest neighborhood for a glimpse of the coolest street arts! These private art tours of Istanbul are 100% customizable! So if you want to visit a particular spot in the city, you can always talk to your host about it!
What other travelers love about our local experts
Lisa
About local
19 April 2025
You will not regret booking with Emre!
Our tour of Topkapi Palace was the highlight of our four day stay in Istanbul in April, 2025. Emre's passion, knowledge and experience of the palace was immediately evident from the moment we met him. He was friendly, funny and so patient with all of our questions. He helped us to skip in front of large groups while in the palace, found spots to keep us mostly out of the rain and wind (it was raining all day) and constantly checked in with us to see if we wanted to visit certain aspect of the palace or skip them. This was an outstanding experience and we learned so much. He even gave us restaurant and book recommendations to supplement our Turkish experience. We absolutely adore him and you should not hesitate to book any tour with Emre.
Explore Topkapi Palace & Surroundings with a Local
Pete
About local
6 April 2025
Alternative Istanbul
We loved our tour with with Alp. It was just what we wanted. He knows so much about the street art and the history of the district.
If you are interested in street art I recommend Alp wholeheartedly.
Alternative Istanbul: Street Art Tour on the Asian Side
j
About local
Art, life, language & eats: perfection!
Alp was clear, concise and timely with communications. He allowed our group of two to ask many questions and make requests.
We toured during February’s 1st snow and Alp graciously continued to guide us stopping a few extra times for hot beverages and warmth.
He was quite knowledgeable about Turkey’s broad history, current events, Europe & Asian sides as well as extensive details on the who:what:why:when of the STREET ART.
The community jewels (restaurants, stores, architecture, etc.) were welcome additions to our journey.
We enjoyed this modern glimpse into the heartbeat of Turkey.
Alternative Istanbul: Street Art Tour on the Asian Side
Darren
About local
Don't miss doing this in Istanbul!
We were looking for a reason to explore the Asian side of Istanbul, and found this tour. We're so glad we did it! We had a wonderful afternoon with Alp - his tour is more than just street art, we went to a couple of local cafes, learned about culture and history, and even got some great shopping tips. Alp is a friendly, knowledgeable guy, and adjusted the pace where we wanted to stay a bit longer & take photos, or move on to the next things. I can't recommend this tour highly enough!!
Alternative Istanbul: Street Art Tour on the Asian Side
