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Alternative free walking tours in Istanbul

222 tours in Istanbul, Turkey, in English and other languages

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Free Tour of the Suleymaniye Mosque and the Grand Bazaar of Istanbul

9.8 (32)

Join a journey through Istanbul’s heart. Discover the elegance of Süleymaniye Mosque and immerse yourself in the vibrant life of the Grand Bazaar, where history and tradition converge. Don't miss it!

Provided by walkytalky

2 hours

2:00 PM, 3:00 PM

2 hours

2:00 PM, 3:00 PM

From €0 Tip based

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Free Tour: Stroll Like a Local, Savor Like a Gourmet

9.7 (8)

Join us to explore Istanbul like a local and savor its delicious flavors! Discover hidden gems, taste traditional desserts, soups, and snacks, and wander through iconic spots. A feast for your senses awaits!

Provided by Emre

2 hours

2:00 PM, 5:30 PM

2 hours

2:00 PM, 5:30 PM

From €0 Tip based

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Street Food & Local Life on the Asian Side of Istanbul Free Tour

9.5 (62)

Explore Istanbul’s authentic Asian side on this free walking tour. Wander through vibrant streets, taste real street food, and dive into local life. It’s a genuine cultural journey designed for true explorers.

Provided by Ferhat Ozdel

2 hours

12:00 PM, 4:00 PM

2 hours

12:00 PM, 4:00 PM

From €0 Tip based

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The Alternative Free Tour: Daily Life, Customs, Stories

9.4 (814)

This tour is a great alternative if you have already seen Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque part, or looking for a more off-the-beaten track. We talk about marriages, ceremonies, LGBT, traditions, foods, education, and a lot more.

Provided by Free Istanbul Tours

2h 30min

2:30 PM

2h 30min

2:30 PM

From €0 Tip based

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Alternative Istanbul Free Tour

8.9 (3,909)

Join our Alternative Istanbul Free Tour and discover the Suleymaniye Mosque and its vibrant neighborhood. Explore with local expert guides and uncover hidden gems of this incredible city!

Provided by Viaurbis Tours

2h 30min

3:00 PM

2h 30min

3:00 PM

From €0 Tip based

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Bosphorus Cruise & Pierre Loti by Cable Car

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Join our exciting Bosphorus boat tour and take the Pierre Loti cable car! Enjoy stunning views of Rumeli Fortress, Dolmabahce Palace, and more. Do not miss it!

Provided by GRAND TOUR LINE

4 hours

8:00 AM

4 hours

8:00 AM

From €35.00

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Istanbul Airport Transfer

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Experience comfort and luxury with our secure and punctual transfer service for your airport arrivals and departures. Enjoy VIP options, business travel solutions, and easy booking.

Provided by GRAND TOUR LINE

2 hours

8:00 AM, 8:00 PM

2 hours

8:00 AM, 8:00 PM

From €40.00

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Istanbul & Sabiha Gokcen Airport Transfers

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Join us for a safe & comfy ride in Istanbul! Discover hassle-free airport transfers with our VIP vehicles. Book in advance for stress-free travel to your hotel or airport. Let's make your journey seamless.

Provided by TRAVEL SEE LIFE

1 hour

12:00 AM, 12:30 AM +46 More +46 More

1 hour

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€60.00

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24,659 Reviews in Istanbul

by Stuart Mason

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

"Best walking tour!!"

This was one of the better walking tours we have ever done! The tour took three hours and it flew by. The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and generous in his tips for istanbul as a tourist....

by Joris Mosterdijk

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

"Fantastische tour met hele goeie eettips"

Our tour was a blast, and we specifically chose it to get a head start on exploring the Asian side of the city. The guide didn't disappoint and gave us the best tips for exploring this part of...

by Magda Sosa

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

"Muy buen tour"

As in every city where we've booked it, the Civitatis free tour never disappoints. Nachi, the guide, was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable. Congratulations!

by Ana Arias

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

"Great guide and useful tour for a first day impressions"

Nothing better than a local raised in the city to take you around. Hakan was a great guide. Explain about the city, the history and life in istanbul. All well prepared and organised. I...

by Roberto Calvo

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

"Buena mañana"

Yazin was a very pleasant guide. He tried to make the tour bearable in the intense heat.

by Joris Mosterdijk

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

"Wonderful trip in istanbul"

We had a very good time with Emre our guide! Very friendly and knew everything about Istanbul!

by Elise Snell

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

"Amazing walking tour"

Excellwnt walking tour with Pinar, entertaining and she was lovely, highly recommend

by Mireille De Keuster

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2026

"Leuke tour"

I really enjoyed the walk with Pinar. She was a knowledgeable and funny guide. I highly recommend it.

by Annabell de Jong

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026

"Very interresing tour"

We enjoyed a very informative, intereesting tour with Hakan today. Good information without getting boring or too long. Great little stories we will remember. Thank you!

by Sophie Loesch

Reviewed on Jun 08, 2026

"Totally worth it"

Pinar was an amazing guide - 100% recommended

by Nwe Ni Win

Reviewed on Jun 07, 2026

"Free tour"

It was a great tour with no budget. You get to know about the culture of turkish people and will see alot of historical buildings and their story within this short 3 hour tour.

by María Teresa Costas Durán

Reviewed on Jun 06, 2026

"Interesante y muy divertido!! Te ayuda a conocer mejor Estambul."

The Spanish-speaking guide who showed us around, Jacob, is really nice, and we spent a few very informative hours with him; he also told us some funny stories.

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