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.
Ready to taste the best food in Istanbul? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Istanbul.
Ready to taste the best food in Istanbul? Join your foodie host for a food tour in Kadikoy and satisfy your cravings for local food, culture, and city highlights. Enjoy 10 delicious tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Istanbul.
Did you know that the Istanbul tour of your dreams exists? Yes, and it’s 100% personalized and created by your local host around your interests. Customize and see only the places that spark your interest. From classic landmarks to neighborhood walks - your wishes are our command!
Hands down, Ayşenur is the best guide I have ever had! She customized my tour perfectly. Her friendly, fun and engaging approach made her extensive knowledge range even more palatable. Thank you so much for an amazing tour and I look forward to next. (There will absolutely be a next time!)
A Magical Evening in Istanbul: City Tour
Chris
About local
5 February 2025
Great tour
Emre is the best! He is very knowledgeable, personable, and knows the best places to eat and explore the many foods of Istanbul. I highly recommend him.
The 10 Tastings of Istanbul: Kadikoy
David
About local
27 January 2025
Fantastic private tour!
We had a great time visiting the old sites of Istanbul with Emre. He was so knowledgable it was crazy. Any question we had, he had the answer for.
And he's a super food lover and we went to a grill spot for lunch that was so good. And the kind of spot a tourist would have some difficulty due to not knowing what to order, but Emre handled it all and we had a feast!
Withlocals Your Way! - Istanbul City Tour
Rachel
About local
A Magical Evening indeed!
I recently joined Faruk for a Magical Evening in Istanbul City Tour.
Faruk was a wonderful guide. He is engaging, knowledgeable and accommodating.
He was great company and his love for his city was obvious and infectious.
Thank you Faruk for a great evening and and a splendid introduction to your magnificent city.
A Magical Evening in Istanbul: City Tour
Richard
About local
A Great Day And Unique Experience
Lorena was an absolutely fantastic tour guide. She turned a rained day for eleven jet-lagged people into a fun and unique experience walking through the Kadiköy neighborhood. We sampled a lot of different foods and drinks in the this beautiful neighborhood. Highly recommend booking with Lorena for any tours during your stay in Istanbul.
The 10 Tastings of Istanbul: Kadikoy
Lindsey
About local
10/10
Deniz was a WONDERFUL guide. Yes, we ate a lot of great food, but we also learned so much about the culture and spoke openly about issues impacting citizens. Deniz was welcoming, communicative, and so helpful. Dont' hesitate to book with her!
The 10 Tastings of Istanbul: Kadikoy
Florence and Andrew
About local
Wealth of knowledge.
Emir was the best I could want.
I ask a lot of questions and he knew the answer or quickly found it.
He was able to tie in our previous knowledge and experience and incorporate into the tour.
When I go back to Istanbul, I'll 💯 go with Emir and I'd recommend him to anyone.
Withlocals City Kickstart Tour: Istanbul
Giovanni
About local
Great experience
Ahmet Can has been very professional and focused on what I was expecting from this experience and tailored something to exceed my expectations.
I’m very satisfied by the tour !
Withlocals Your Way! - Istanbul City Tour
Samantha
About local
Don’t miss out on the Turkish delights!
Emre went above and beyond to welcome us to Turkey, explain a bit of history, and share some incredible food! He even shared his local favorites in the area! Thanks for a great tour!
The 10 Tastings of Istanbul
Brian
About local
The 10 Tastings of Istanbul with Emre
Excellent tasting tour through parts of Cihangir, Taksim, Istiklal, Beyoğlu, and Karaköy. Varied selection of sweet and savory dishes, but all delicious. Emre is an excellent guide--very knowledgeable, easy to converse with, and able to make adjustments on the fly if needed. Highly recommended!
