Top things to do in Istanbul in Summer (Updated November 2026)

Istanbul, Turkey
Bosphorus Cruise with Dolmabahce Palace and Istiklal Street Tour

This 7 hours tour offers history, culture and marvelous scenery. Get incredible views of the city's outstanding buildings, fortresses, Ottoman waterfront mansions, and lush gardens. …More

This 7 hours tour offers history, culture and marvelous scenery. Get incredible views of the city's outstanding buildings, fortresses, Ottoman waterfront mansions, and lush gardens....

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$250
Istanbul Classics and Bosphorus Cruise Private Tour

This is a great tour option for the ones who only have one day to explore and still want to understand what Istanbul is all …More

This is a great tour option for the ones who only have one day to explore and still want to understand what Istanbul is all...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$150
Istanbul: Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque Guided & Small-Group Tour

Uncover the highlights of Istanbul on this guided walking tour. Step back in time as you explore the city’s rich history and breathtaking architecture, visiting …More

Uncover the highlights of Istanbul on this guided walking tour. Step back in time as you explore the city’s rich history and breathtaking architecture, visiting...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$22
Basilica Cistern Expert&Entertaining Tour, Priority Entry by HAN

Children up to 12 years old are FREE (guide only-TICKET NOT INCLUDED) Please NOTE that children aged 9 and above require a separate museum entrance …More

Children up to 12 years old are FREE (guide only-TICKET NOT INCLUDED) Please NOTE that children aged 9 and above require a separate museum entrance...

1 hour
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$31
Private and Guided Istanbul Food Tour: Taste of Istanbul

Unlike many standard food tours that include limited tastings or extra spending along the way, this 5-6-hour private experience is a fully all-inclusive culinary journey. …More

Unlike many standard food tours that include limited tastings or extra spending along the way, this 5-6-hour private experience is a fully all-inclusive culinary journey....

5 to 6 hours
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$180
Private Hagia Sophia Sultanahmet Blue Mosque Cistern Grand Bazaar

Experience walking tour, the best of your destination with a professional licensed tour guide. With extensive knowledge and insider tips, our guides will take you …More

Experience walking tour, the best of your destination with a professional licensed tour guide. With extensive knowledge and insider tips, our guides will take you...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$138
Skip-The-Line:1, 2 or 3 Days Private Istanbul Guided Tour

See the sights of Istanbul that most interest you on a customized 1 -2 or 3 -days tour with a private guide. Opt for a …More

See the sights of Istanbul that most interest you on a customized 1 -2 or 3 -days tour with a private guide. Opt for a...

7 to 22 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$20
Luxury Private Istanbul Tour (allTickets and Transfers) VIP OSCAR

Luxury Private Istanbul Tour (allTickets and Transfers) VIP OSCAR offers a personalized and intimate way to explore the city's vibrant life and historical landmarks in …More

Luxury Private Istanbul Tour (allTickets and Transfers) VIP OSCAR offers a personalized and intimate way to explore the city's vibrant life and historical landmarks in...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$350
Segway Istanbul Old City Tour - Evening

Forget about exhausting foot marches, experience Istanbul simply in an elegant way. No Experience Necessary! Learn to ride a Segway less than 2 minutes and …More

Forget about exhausting foot marches, experience Istanbul simply in an elegant way. No Experience Necessary! Learn to ride a Segway less than 2 minutes and...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$49
Private Istanbul Day Tour and Famous Grand Bazaar

Experience Istanbul’s rich cultural tapestry as you visit the Blue Mosque, a masterpiece of Ottoman Islamic architecture adorned with iconic İznik tiles. Step into Hagia …More

Experience Istanbul’s rich cultural tapestry as you visit the Blue Mosque, a masterpiece of Ottoman Islamic architecture adorned with iconic İznik tiles. Step into Hagia...

4 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$95
Istanbul: Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque

Visit the Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, and check out the blue tiles of the interior that gave the mosque its …More

Visit the Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, and check out the blue tiles of the interior that gave the mosque its...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$57
Imperial Splendor: Dolmabahce Palace & Bosphorus Yacht Cruise

Immerse yourself in Istanbul’s rich history as you tour the opulent Dolmabahce Palace with an expert guide. Discover the city’s treasures on a relaxing Bosphorus …More

Immerse yourself in Istanbul’s rich history as you tour the opulent Dolmabahce Palace with an expert guide. Discover the city’s treasures on a relaxing Bosphorus...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$184
Private Guided Tour in Istanbul

You will explore the beauty of Istanbul by visiting the most important highlights of Istanbul with a licenced professional tourist guide. Your guide will explain …More

You will explore the beauty of Istanbul by visiting the most important highlights of Istanbul with a licenced professional tourist guide. Your guide will explain...

5 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$49
Istanbul Private Tour with Official Licensed Guide Fast Entry

Enjoy a personalized walking tour of Istanbul’s historical heart — accompanied by a licensed professional guide. by the minister of culture and tourism of Türkiye …More

Enjoy a personalized walking tour of Istanbul’s historical heart — accompanied by a licensed professional guide. by the minister of culture and tourism of Türkiye...

4 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$135
Magical Sights of Istanbul Private Walking Tour

An excellent full-day private guided tour to get a comprehensive understanding of Istanbul's rich history. Explore the mixed heritage of the city with an expert …More

An excellent full-day private guided tour to get a comprehensive understanding of Istanbul's rich history. Explore the mixed heritage of the city with an expert...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$199
Full-Day City Tour with Private Tour Guide and Red Carpet Treatment with Luxury Minibus

Pick up from your Hotel or Cruise Ship and continue for a full day Private Tour.Hippodromme - Blue Mosque - Hagia Sophia - Topkapi Palace …More

Pick up from your Hotel or Cruise Ship and continue for a full day Private Tour.Hippodromme - Blue Mosque - Hagia Sophia - Topkapi Palace...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$70
Private Istanbul 7 hours Tour with TRAM. Save time with Grp opt.

Small Group tour ( max. 10 guests ) for cruisers only The best and the easiest way to visit Istanbul is LOCAL TRANSPORTATION Tram is …More

Small Group tour ( max. 10 guests ) for cruisers only The best and the easiest way to visit Istanbul is LOCAL TRANSPORTATION Tram is...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$89
Istanbul Modern City Walking: Taksim to Galata With Secret Passages

This tour takes you into the heart of the modern section of Istanbul to be shown the unmistakable icons as well as the hard-to-find secret …More

This tour takes you into the heart of the modern section of Istanbul to be shown the unmistakable icons as well as the hard-to-find secret...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (58)
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$40
Best Highlights of Istanbul

Private tour guide, customizable itinerary according to your interests. Best way to see all historical and famous/must see monuments and places in Constantinopolis/Istanbul without waiting …More

Private tour guide, customizable itinerary according to your interests. Best way to see all historical and famous/must see monuments and places in Constantinopolis/Istanbul without waiting...

5 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$200
Small Group Full-Day Istanbul: Old City, Bosphorus Cruise & Lunch

Discover Istanbul's rich Culture and history with our experienced guides. Skip the Museum Ticket Queues with your guide. Visit Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Brief …More

Discover Istanbul's rich Culture and history with our experienced guides. Skip the Museum Ticket Queues with your guide. Visit Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Brief...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$102
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