BEST Private Guided Istanbul Night Tour

Experience the magic of Istanbul at night with a private guided tour. Explore the old and new city, uncover local insights, and immerse yourself in the city’s comprehensive history. Discover Istanbul in a whole new light!

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Hippodrome - The Hippodrome of Constantinople, situated in Sultanahmet/Istanbul, served as a public arena primarily for chariot races. The term hippodrome is derived from the Greek words hippos (horse) and dromos (way). Besides chariot races, the Hippodrome of Constantinople hosted gladiatorial games, official ceremonies, celebrations, protests, and the torture of convicts.

  • Hagia Sophia Mosque - The Hagia Sophia, a historical architectural marvel that still stands today, holds significant importance in the art world due to its architecture, grandeur, size, and functionality. It is the largest church built by the East Roman Empire in Istanbul and has been constructed three times on the same site. At one point, Hagia Sophia was the largest church in the world.

  • Basilica Cistern - Explore the largest and most renowned cistern in Istanbul at night. Built in the 6th century by Roman Emperor Justinian, it is also the setting for Dan Brown’s book “INFERNO” (Tom Hanks) and the second oldest James Bond movie “From Russia with Love” (Sean Connery). The cistern offers a great ambiance with changing spotlights and underwater lighting.

  • Taksim Square - Taksim Square is the heart of Istanbul, serving as the downtown area.

  • Galata Koprusu - The Galata Bridge connects the old city with the new city and is a great spot for photos.

  • Istiklal Caddesi - Istanbul’s most famous street, the pedestrianized Istiklal Caddesi (Independence Avenue), is bustling day and night, offering a fantastic array of architectural sights, shops, treats, and crowds of people.

  • Cicek Pasaji - Çiçek Pasajı (Turkish: Flower Passage), originally known as the Cité de Péra, is a well-known historic arcade on İstiklal Avenue. It is a place where you can enjoy Turkish cuisine, local alcohol Rakı, and local mezzes.

What's Included
  • Skip-the-line ticket purchase for Basilica Cistern
  • Private Night Tour
  • Professional Private Guide
What's Not Included
  • Transportation from/back to hotel and between sites (unless option selected)
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Dinner
  • Gratuities
  • Entrace Fee - Basillica Cistern
Additional Information

This is an exclusive evening journey that uncovers both the ancient and modern sectors of Istanbul, infused with local knowledge and detailed historical perspective. In a single night, you’ll explore two regions on the European side of Istanbul. It provides a chance to witness the authentic Istanbul nightlife, making it a top choice for both first-time and seasoned visitors. Experiencing Istanbul after hours offers a unique perspective, enhancing your understanding of the city.

Location
Serpent Column
At Meydanı Caddesi
Serpent column in hippodrome will be our meeting point
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Z4221zcjasonw
Jul 21, 2024
Night time walking tour - Kenan was an excellent tour guide. We went in the evening. It was a great route. We covered a long distance. It was nice to learn about the history. It was a safe and fun tour.
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Todd_e
Oct 21, 2023
Great Evening! - Excellent Tour - transportation from the hotel was flawless. Exceptional Guide. Communication was excellent prior to tour.
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Gilles
Oct 15, 2023
FANTASTIC MOMENT - AMAZING !!! This tour was one of my favorite in my life. Particular attention at every moment of the journey, lots of history, lots of experience, it was a magical moment. 100% safe it was like visiting with a beloved and caring son Thank you so very much!!!!
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Abner_r
May 23, 2023
2 thumbs up - We really enjoyed our tour. Met was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions of the city. He took us to the best photo spots. We really enjoyed our time in this tour
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