Welcome to Istanbul! Want to know the best places to eat? Cool events in town? Which places to go to and which to avoid? Or simply get some help to navigate the city? Book this private tour with a local and get the perfect introduction to Istanbul to start your city trip on the right foot.
As the sun sets, Istanbul lights up, the heat of the day fades, and the tourist crowds start to thin out. This is the time to enjoy the city at its atmospheric best on a private tour with a local! Take in glittering highlights and the local ambiance that only the evening brings out in Istanbul.
Want to see the best of Istanbul? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Istanbul!
Kadikoy is the place to be! Explore one of the hippest neighborhoods in Istanbul and discover it bite by bite. Go to up & coming places and try one of the best Turkish dürüm kebap (wraps), street food in a hipster little pop-up restaurant, and a nice beer or cocktail in a local hip bar.
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!
Istanbul is an amazing city just waiting to be explored! You’ll see the best of Istanbul on a private city highlights tour. Take an unforgettable tour of Topkapi Palace, see Istanbul’s antique gems or even go on a VIP cruise on a yacht along the Bosphorus! With your friendly local expert by your side, you’ll have an amazing time in Istanbul! Fancy an insider’s look at the magnificent Hagia Sophia? Then the Marvels of Hagia Sophia private city highlights tour is perfect for you! Your knowledgeable local host will take you to one of Istanbul’s most incredible landmarks on this city highlights tour. You’ll learn how the world’s biggest Catholic church was turned into a mosque by the Ottomans, and visit the Little Hagia Sophia. You’ll even sip tea like a local and enjoy some yummy baklava! Istanbul by night? Magical! On the Istanbul’s Nightlife Tour: Local Hotspots & Culture city highlights tour you’ll get to unwind like the locals at the city’s most authentic hotspots. On this unique night-time city highlights tour, you’ll visit Mae Zae for some late night shopping and eat authentic tasty fish or doner durum at the amazing Galata Bridge. Your local host will even take you to the stunning Kılıç Ali Paşa Mosque and hammam! An Istanbul city highlights tour is an unforgettable experience. You can’t beat seeing Istanbul like a local! All city highlights tours are 100% customizable. Just let your local host know your preferences and special wishes and they’ll sort everything out for you!
What other travelers love about our local experts
Amanda
About local
17 April 2025
Walking and talking with a local
Deniz is a great human being who knows so much about Istanbul. We went through all sorts of areas ending up in the Asian side enjoying a very different part of this vibrant and friendly city. We had a great tea/coffee break. Deniz answered all sorts of questions and as others said made lots of great suggestions.
City Kickstart Tour: Istanbul
Brooke
About local
11 April 2025
Great tour
We had a great afternoon with Ayfer. She was very knowledgeable and introduced us to some lovely places we would have never found on our own. She gave us some great tips for places to eat and see. She was very patient with our younger children. We would highly recommend this tour with Ayfer. It was a great way to see the main attractions of Istanbul.
Highlights & Hidden Gems of Istanbul
Charlotte
About local
4 April 2025
Interesting, informative, and fun day
We had a great day in Istanbul with Ahmet Can. It was interesting, fun, and informative. He met us at our hotel, and within the first ten minutes of walking towards public transportation, he had stories to share about the street we were walking in. This was indicative for the rest of the day: Ahmet was knowledgeable, engaging, and responsive to all our questions. He is a good representative of all that is good about using WithLocals. We can highly recommend him.
Full Coverage Istanbul City Tour
Mingyu
About local
1 April 2025
Awesome guide in Istanbul
Ayşenur is an amazing guide who knows Istanbul inside out. She is very well versed in arts and history, and could really provide deep and authentic perspectives on many aspects of Istanbul beyond what a typical tour guide could offer. Highly recommended!
