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

Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul Day Tour (To the heart of old Istanbul)

Visit St.Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Underground Cistern, and Grand Covered Bazaar (closed on Sundays and Eid festivals) on this private 7-hour guided tour. …More

Visit St.Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Underground Cistern, and Grand Covered Bazaar (closed on Sundays and Eid festivals) on this private 7-hour guided tour....

7 hours Hotel pickup offered
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Private Guided Tour: Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3 Days Classic Tour

During 3 days tour you will visit the best of Istanbul and get information from a private guide on any subject in Istanbul day tours. …More

During 3 days tour you will visit the best of Istanbul and get information from a private guide on any subject in Istanbul day tours....

7 to 21 hours Free Cancellation
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$88
VIP Istanbul-Topkapi Palace Hagia Sophia Blue Mosque GrandBazaar

Enjoy the Highlights of Istanbul with our expert licenced Guides. Learn About History, Archeology, Culture and More... Skip the Lines - Do not wait for …More

Enjoy the Highlights of Istanbul with our expert licenced Guides. Learn About History, Archeology, Culture and More... Skip the Lines - Do not wait for...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$17
Istanbul Old City Tour: Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque

See Istanbul Old City in one full day. The Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar, with their historical atmosphere, architectural beauties …More

See Istanbul Old City in one full day. The Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar, with their historical atmosphere, architectural beauties...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$90
Private Istanbul Old City Walking Tour

Istanbul is a really fascinating city which offers you all the contrast images at the same time! İt's not going to be just a historical …More

Istanbul is a really fascinating city which offers you all the contrast images at the same time! İt's not going to be just a historical...

5 to 9 hours Free Cancellation
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$230
Private Guided Tour in Fener Balat Neighbourhood

Discover Istanbul’s historic Fener and Balat districts on a guided cultural tour with a professional local guide. Begin at the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Constantinople, …More

Discover Istanbul’s historic Fener and Balat districts on a guided cultural tour with a professional local guide. Begin at the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Constantinople,...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$200
Daily Princes' Island Tour in Istanbul

Escape the Hustle of Istanbul: Princes’ Islands Tour (Buyukada & Heybeliada) Enjoy a relaxing full-day escape to the peaceful, car-free Princes’ Islands. Start with Buyukada, …More

Escape the Hustle of Istanbul: Princes’ Islands Tour (Buyukada & Heybeliada) Enjoy a relaxing full-day escape to the peaceful, car-free Princes’ Islands. Start with Buyukada,...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Istanbul Highlights – Skip-the-Line Full-Day Old City Experience

Full-Day Istanbul Highlights Tour Step into the rich tapestry of Istanbul’s past on this immersive full-day experience. Travel through time and uncover the stories of …More

Full-Day Istanbul Highlights Tour Step into the rich tapestry of Istanbul’s past on this immersive full-day experience. Travel through time and uncover the stories of...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$193
Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise Tour

If cities have souls, then Istanbul's is right here, where the Golden Horn meets the Bosphorus and the Sea of Marmara, and the most intense …More

If cities have souls, then Istanbul's is right here, where the Golden Horn meets the Bosphorus and the Sea of Marmara, and the most intense...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$285
Private Tour of Istanbul with Extraordinary Guide

30 years of experience, guided in 100+ countries in 5 continents. Inside information from professional tour guide. You will be experiencing the REAL Istanbul and …More

30 years of experience, guided in 100+ countries in 5 continents. Inside information from professional tour guide. You will be experiencing the REAL Istanbul and...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$300
Istanbul Bosphorus Boat Tour and Golden Horn Cruise Day or Sunset

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking allure of Istanbul during a mesmerizing sunset cruise along the enchanting Bosphorus Strait. Indulge your senses as you witness iconic …More

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking allure of Istanbul during a mesmerizing sunset cruise along the enchanting Bosphorus Strait. Indulge your senses as you witness iconic...

2 to 3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$17
Istanbul: Spice Market and Bosphorus Tour

Experience the most beautiful view of Istanbul and Spice market address of taste! Bosphorus visiting both the Europe Side and the Asia Side of Istanbul …More

Experience the most beautiful view of Istanbul and Spice market address of taste! Bosphorus visiting both the Europe Side and the Asia Side of Istanbul...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$99
Private Guiding Service in Istanbul

Build the Istanbul itinerary of your dreams on this fully customizable 7-hour tour for up to 15 people with private guide – including skip-the-line access …More

Build the Istanbul itinerary of your dreams on this fully customizable 7-hour tour for up to 15 people with private guide – including skip-the-line access...

5 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$28
TROY and GALLIPOLI Day Trip from ISTANBUL and return

This exclusive tour is an excellent option for travellers who wish to visit Gallipoli and Troy in just one day. …More

This exclusive tour is an excellent option for travellers who wish to visit Gallipoli and Troy in just one day....

15 to 17 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$598
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Entertaintment & Private Table & Wi-Fi

Bosphorus dinner cruise with show programs and the panoramic view of Bosphorus. You will enjoy the best Turkish food . You will watch Turkish cultural …More

Bosphorus dinner cruise with show programs and the panoramic view of Bosphorus. You will enjoy the best Turkish food . You will watch Turkish cultural...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$34
Private İstanbul Old City Tour

Our Private excursions are on V.I.P standarts and more reasonable than cruise company excursions rate, which are designed for the larger groups. Our driver and …More

Our Private excursions are on V.I.P standarts and more reasonable than cruise company excursions rate, which are designed for the larger groups. Our driver and...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$100
Luxury Bosphorus Cruise Dinner in Istanbul & Turkis Night Show

Unlike any other boat, we offer you a special experience where luxury and comfort come together. While admiring the breathtaking views of the Bosphorus, you …More

Unlike any other boat, we offer you a special experience where luxury and comfort come together. While admiring the breathtaking views of the Bosphorus, you...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Private City Kickstart Tour: İstanbul

* Two Iconic Valleys in One Day This experience combines Gomeda Valley and Red Valley (Rose Valley) in a single, seamless hike — a rare …More

* Two Iconic Valleys in One Day This experience combines Gomeda Valley and Red Valley (Rose Valley) in a single, seamless hike — a rare...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$100
Private Turkish Street Food Experience

Welcome to the Ultimate Street Food Adventure in Istanbul! Immerse yourself in the vibrant food culture of Istanbul and savor the rich tapestry of Turkish …More

Welcome to the Ultimate Street Food Adventure in Istanbul! Immerse yourself in the vibrant food culture of Istanbul and savor the rich tapestry of Turkish...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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Topkapi Palace and Rug Shopping with Expert - Private

Please also check my Cool Shore Excursions page, "Ali's Protravel & Tours," where we have received 277 five-star ratings and reviews. . The experience lasts …More

Please also check my Cool Shore Excursions page, "Ali's Protravel & Tours," where we have received 277 five-star ratings and reviews. . The experience lasts...

4 hours
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$50
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