Istanbul, Turkey

Istanbul for first-timers

Welcome to Istanbul! Dive into the city's vibrant culture and explore must-see attractions. Our expertly curated tours will ensure you make the most of your inaugural visit.

Couple examining a map in a city setting, ideal for first-time visitors.

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Topkapi Palace courtyard with historic gate and gardens in Istanbul, Turkey.

Topkapi Palace Ticketsfrom €66.90

Galata Tower in Istanbul with cityscape view.

Galata Tower Ticketsfrom €15

Blue Mosque with minarets in Istanbul, Turkey, surrounded by greenery.

Blue Mosque Ticketsfrom €10

Burgazada Island street view with mosque and waterfront in Istanbul.

Princes' Islands Toursfrom €12

Miniature park with model of Selimiye Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey, surrounded by greenery and pathways.

Istanbul Miniatürk Ticketsfrom €18.50

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What our guests say

Alexander W

Austria

Couple

Jun 2026

+1 more

A very well-organized tour, with very friendly staff and top-notch service! They explained everything in detail, and we had a really great time on board! Highly recommended!

Bosphorus Essential Sightseeing Cruise

Alain N

France

Group

Apr 2026

The process is too complicated for the Topkapi Palace Museum: meeting at a café that’s not exactly close by, waiting for the group to assemble, etc. Admission tickets like those for Hagia Sophia would be preferable. Five rides on the transit pass aren’t enough. Ten rides would be more appropriate given the number of days and visits. Finally, regarding the Bosphorus cruise, it’s very convenient that you can change your time slot, but it would be helpful if this were indicated from the start

MegaPass Istanbul: 5 or 6 Top Attractions + Public Transport

Florian F

Couple

6 days ago

The Topkapi Palace is beautiful and is a must-visit. The guided portion was very well done and entertaining, led by Cenker. We started the Bosphorus boat tour at 6:30 PM so we could see both the evening light and the illuminated city - an unforgettable experience.

Topkapi Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets with Harem Access & Bosphorus Cruise

Luc D

France

Group

2 weeks ago

It was really nice, a good duration, and a very good atmosphere on the boat. Admittedly, you don't see much of the Golden Horn, but on the other hand, for the Bosphorus, it was great. The boat goes very far up the strait and you get a great view. All along the way, you can admire the landscape with commentary (not in French, unfortunately) in English, Turkish, and Spanish, while sipping a drink or eating something. A musical atmosphere interspersed with commentary, and you won't see the time pass.

Bosphorus Golden Horn Cruise

Didot M

France

Family

Aug 2026

Absolutely great—the driver was fantastic and took really good care of us. We had the bus all to ourselves, which was nice. Very welcoming—I highly recommend it. Thanks again for everything.

Tuscany Bus Pass: Unlimited Travel Between 5 Cities

Muhannad A

Saudi Arabia

Solo

Apr 2026

Beautiful, but the stay on the islands is short and the ferry is slow. The lunch was also meager and its timing was inconvenient.

From Istanbul: Full-Day Princes’ Islands Tour to Heybeliada and Buyukada with Transfers