Discover Istanbul with Your Private Local Guide

Explore Istanbul’s palaces, mosques, rooftops, and neighborhoods with local guides who turn every walk into a story — from Byzantine relics to hidden tea gardens overlooking the Bosphorus.

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About Istanbul

Istanbul is not just a city — it’s an experience. Once known as Byzantium and Constantinople, it has been the capital of empires, a crossroads of continents, and a living museum of cultures.

Our local guides take you beyond the landmarks — into courtyards, markets, and stories that most travelers never see. You can wander through the Grand Bazaar, visit the Blue Mosque at dawn, taste street food in Kadıköy, or cruise along the Bosphorus as your guide shares centuries of intertwined histories.

Each tour on Guidiko is handcrafted by the guide who leads it, fully customizable to your interests — whether you want to explore art, history, photography, or everyday Istanbul life.

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Private walking tours are the best way to experience the city’s culture, history, and hidden corners at your own pace.

Yes. Many guides offer full-day tours that include a ferry ride across the Bosphorus and visits to both sides of the city.

Most tours are walking-based, but your guide can arrange private transfers, taxis, or ferries when needed.

Yes. Licensed guides can often arrange fast-track entry for museums and attractions like Hagia Sophia or Topkapı Palace.

Absolutely. Each tour can focus on your interests — from food tastings to architectural photography or neighborhood life.

Yes. Every guide on Guidiko is certified by the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism.

At least two full days lets you see the highlights, but three or more days allow for deeper neighborhood experiences.

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