This tour offers a completely unique way to explore Istanbul. You will visit both one of the most popular and crowded areas on the Asian side, as well as a hidden, yet captivating gem—Kuzguncuk.
Üsküdar, known as the "City of the Queens," still lives up to its historic charm. Experience the hustle and bustle of its fish market and sample some local food. Get a close-up view of the iconic Maiden's Tower, then take a bus ride with a local guide to the charming neighborhood of Kuzguncuk.
Kuzguncuk is a cultural treasure, full of sights and incredible food! You will explore the area with guides who were born and raised there. Enjoy one of the best-rated ice creams in Turkey and indulge in stre...
Highlights
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Snacks
Tour Guide
Coffee and/or Tea
Mass Transportation
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Legacy Ottoman Hotel
We meet in front of the Legacy Ottoman Hotel which you can easily reach by either using the T1 Tram and getting off at the Sirkeci station or you can use the Marmaray system to get off at the same station. The hotel is right by the Viyena Kahvesi.
Return
Üsküdar
We end the tour near the ferry station on the Asian side.
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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We will be using the mass transportation for the tour which will take us a few minutes
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This tour offers a completely unique way to explore Istanbul. You will visit both one of the most popular and crowded areas on the Asian side, as well as a hidden, yet captivating gem—Kuzguncuk.
Üsküdar, known as the "City of the Queens," still lives up to its historic charm. Experience the hustle and bustle of its fish market and sample some local food. Get a close-up view of the iconic Maiden's Tower, then take a bus ride with a local guide to the charming neighborhood of Kuzguncuk.
Kuzguncuk is a cultural treasure, full of sights and incredible food! You will explore the area with guides who were born and raised there. Enjoy one of the best-rated ice creams in Turkey and indulge in stre...
Highlights
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Snacks
Tour Guide
Coffee and/or Tea
Mass Transportation
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Legacy Ottoman Hotel
We meet in front of the Legacy Ottoman Hotel which you can easily reach by either using the T1 Tram and getting off at the Sirkeci station or you can use the Marmaray system to get off at the same station. The hotel is right by the Viyena Kahvesi.
Return
Üsküdar
We end the tour near the ferry station on the Asian side.
Itinerary
1
Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)
The famed Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Market) where Asian spices flowed all in to Europe. The colors and the smells of the market is easy to get lost in. We will navigate the swirling crowds and find ourselves the best sights there is to see in the bazaar.
30 minutes
2
KIz Kulesi
Kız kulesi or Maiden's tower of İstanbul is the first major landmark we are going to see. We will be seeing the tower from the outside and taking some pictures.
30 minutes
3
Mihrimah Sultan Camii
The beautiful Mihrimah Sultan Mosque. With its heartbreaking story, this mosque is truly different than any other of its kind with its still breathing complex.
30 minutes
4
Kuzguncuk Sahili
We will be visiting the Kuzguncuk neighborhood and start to see everything about it. Being one of the oldest neighbors of İstanbul we will be seeing some hidden gems of this neighborhood. We will be trying some of the local foods including Lahmacun, ice cream and some of the best Döner kebabs.
1 hour and 30 minutes
5
Uskudar Kapali Carsi
We will be visiting the Üsküdar bazaar, a small but packed bazaar you are going to experience how the residents of the city shop. We will try some small bites here.
