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Istanbul
Istanbul, Turkey
Where Istanbul sits, what to see there, and what to book.
- Top sights
- 8
- Bookable experiences
- 3,666
- Time zone
- Europe/Istanbul
Istanbul sits in Turkey, and this guide is the shape of it: where it is, what it breaks down into, and what there is to do once you are there. The sights below are ordered by how many tours and tickets are sold for them, which is the closest thing there is to a ranking of what visitors actually go and see. There are 3,666 bookable experiences here in total, with prices, durations and cancellation terms on every card.
Turkey › Istanbul
What to see in Istanbul
Ordered by how many tours and tickets are sold for each — the closest thing there is to a ranking of what visitors actually go and see.
Hippodrome (Sultanahmet Meydani)
765 tours & tickets
Free to visit
Tours of Hippodrome (Sultanahmet Meydani)
Dolmabahce Palace (Dolmabahce Sarayi)
440 tours & tickets
Tours of Dolmabahce Palace (Dolmabahce Sarayi)
Near Istanbul
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What travellers book in Istanbul
The experiences Viator ranks highest here, with the price, the duration and the cancellation terms on every card.
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ISTANBUL BEST: Iconic Landmarks Full Day PRIVATE Guided City Tour
5.0 (1,434)7h
Discover Ottoman and Byzantine history on this private Istanbul city tour, perfect for cruise passengers, first-time visitors, and travelers with limited time seeking a deeper cultural experience. Explore Istanbul’s Old…
from €74.57 / personView details
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İstanbul Mega Lüfer Dinner Cruise Bosphorus and Show - Pvt. Table
4.6 (3,186)3h
With the magical view of the Bosphorus, the historical silhouette of Istanbul, the sea and the unique beauty of the night, we are at your service with our private VIP tables to ensure that your guests have an…
from €26.49 / personView details
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Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour
5.0 (10,100)14h
Visit highlights of Istanbul with your private tour guide in 1, 2 or 3 days with a flexible itinerary. Day 1 - Highlights of Topkapi Palace Museum, Sultanahmet Square, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Grand…
from €87.73 / personView details
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Istanbul Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern with Tickets
4.9 (126)3h
Explore the rich history of Istanbul with a 3-hour guided tour visiting the iconic Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Basilica Cistern. Benefit from pre-reserved admission tickets that allow for seamless entry, avoiding…
from €114 / personView details
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Istanbul Taste of Two Continents Food Tour - Spice Market & Ferry
5.0 (3,580)5h 30m
Ready to taste the best food on both sides of Istanbul? Start with a delicious traditional Turkish breakfast in Europe in the heart of the historic Old City, before you sail across to Asia and explore the vibrant…
from €118.44 / personView details
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Istanbul Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia & Cistern of Theodosius
4.8 (559)3h
Visit Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Cistern on a 3-hour guided tour. Explore in small groups with skip the line tickets included. Learn about Istanbul’s rich Ottoman and Byzantine history.
from €46.75 / personView details
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Sights, areas and experiences here were last checked 2026-09-13.
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