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!
Alternative Istanbul: Street Art Tour on the Asian Side
109 reviews
3 hours | art & culture tours | Istanbul
Want to escape the touristy crowds and mingle with the locals? Follow me to Yeldeğirmeni neighborhood of Kadıköy! 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!
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.
Explore Topkapi Palace & Surroundings with a Local
2006 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!
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
Liz
About local
7 September 2025
Recommended!
Alp was a great guide. He showed us the murals around Kadikoy and Moda. Very informative and interesting! Very personable and friendly! Recommended for insight into the street art scene and Turkish culture.
Alternative Istanbul: Street Art Tour on the Asian Side
Libby
About local
5 September 2025
The Amazing Insights of Mine
I cannot begin to express how extremely lucky we feel to have spent time with Mine today.
From the time of booking and throughout our tour, she was extremely responsive to our needs and worked with us flexibly.
What’s more she is a wealth of knowledge about Architecture, Art, History and Culture and Politics , not only of Istanbul, but of the entire Middle East and Europe. I may have learned more from Mine in 3 hours today than I have in the past year. We walked away with incredible insights into Istanbul’s culture and history and relationship to the world. Mine has it all: information, cultural and religious insights and experience and a great sense of humor and fun! Anyone who gets Mine as their guide should consider themselves very lucky!
Treasures of Istanbul: Hagia Sophia Tour
Chris and Lee
About local
30 August 2025
A lovely tour in Asia with Alp
This was a great way to start our visit to Istanbul—off the beaten tourist path. Alp was always helpful and knowledgeable, and a fun companion. The art was impressive and Kadiköy thoroughly enjoyable.
Alternative Istanbul: Street Art Tour on the Asian Side
Ellie Hart and Caryl Loevy
About local
28 August 2025
5 hours that turned into 9 hours
Kadir was a lovely man. He knew local vendors and we sampled several local specialties. He knew a great deal about the Jewish history of turkey. Very happy that he was our guide. highly recommend his services.
