Tour of Ottoman Istanbul & Asian Side
Tour Details
At the designated time, we'll meet at the point you selected during the booking process and, once we've all arrived, we'll begin this comprehensive tour of Ottoman Istanbul and the Asian side of the city.
We'll begin with a stroll through the Kuzguncuk neighbourhood, featuring beautiful streets and multicoloured houses. Get ready to see some amazing examples of traditional architecture! Kuzgunck also has a very diverse cultural background, with a blend of Greek, Armenian, Jewish, and Islamic influences. This is why a mosque, church and synagogue can all be found here.
This neighbourhood is known as the film background for certain Turkish shows such as Hatırla Sevgili (Remember, Darling), Kuzey Guney (North, South), and Kara Sevda (Endless Love). If you are a fan of any of these dramas, we're sure you'll recognise some of the spots we walk past before heading to the Asian side of Istanbul by crossing the Bosphorus Strait.
Once there, we'll visit the Beylerbeyi Palace, a beautiful white marble residence built in the 19th century on the orders of Sultan Abdulaziz. This building has 3 main entrances, 7 halls, 24 incredibly decorated rooms, and a beautiful garden with magnolias which will make you fall in love with this part of the city.
We'll then continue this tour with a wander through the Üsküdar neighbourhood, and we'll head over to the seaside promenade to get great views of the iconic Maiden's Tower, an emblematic symbol of Istanbul.
After a total of 4 hours, this tour will come to an end at the Marmaray Uskudar station.
8-Hour Tour
If you want an even more comprehensive tour, why not upgrade your experience to the 8-hour tour option? In this case, after admiring the Maiden's Tower from the seaside promenade, we'll take you to one of the most popular restaurants in the area where you can enjoy some Turkish cuisine if you wish.
Having re-energised, we'll make our way to Kadıköy, a cosmopolitan district known for its cafés, shops, and markets with fresh produce, until reaching the Çamlıca Mosque, one of the biggest and most majestic in Istanbul. We'll admire its impressive architecture and scenic views of the city.
This tour will end in the Taksim neighbourhood
Meeting Points
During the booking process, you'll be able to choose between the following meeting points to start the tour from:
- The Ataturk Cultural Centre: if you choose this option, the tour will begin at 8:30 am
- Marmaray Sirkeci Station: if you select this meeting point, the tour will begin at 9 am
More Information
Duration
4 - 8h.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
English–speaking guide
Admission to the Beylerbeyi Palace
Admission to the Çamlıca Mosque (depending on selection)
Not included
Food and drinks
When to book?
You can book up until 36 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
Provider
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Euromarmara Turizm
Corporate name: Euromarmara Turzim AS
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
