Free tour

Best Istanbul Old City Tour: Gems and Tales with Dr. Sib

4.85

Excellent(163)

İstanbul

Duration: 2 hours and 15 minutes

Languages: English

Guru: Dr. Sib

PRO

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Registered on 1 April 2021

Hello travelers! I'm Dr. Sib, your expert guide to Istanbul's ancient heart. Join my walking tour to unlock the secrets of the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Sultanahmet Square. As an academic researcher, I go beyond the basic facts to share the fascinating stories and history that bring these iconic sites to life. I also offer tailored private tours and Bosphorus cruises for a deeper dive. I am fluent in English, Spanish, Arabic, Persian, Kurdish & Turkish. Book your spot now for an unforgettable journey through time! Dr. Sib, Certified tour guide and academic researcher

Free reservation and cancellation

Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Best of Istanbul Old Town: Timeless Stories with Dr Sib

A Walking Tour Where Monuments Whisper Stories of Sultans, Emperors and Forgotten Worlds.

Enjoy guaranteed interior access to the Blue Mosque, deciper Sultanahmet and discover the historical peninsula with an expert guide in a small-group.

Places to be visited 🕌:

Sultanahmet Square (Hippodrome)
Blue Mosque (inside & outside)
Hagia Sofia (outside)
Obelisk of Theodosius
Obelisk of Constantin
Palace of Ibrahim Pasha
Serpent Column
The German Fountain
Madrasa of Sultanahmet
Hurrem Sultan Bath
Fountain of Ahmad III
Topkapi Palace
Ottoman Houses
Basillica Cistern (Yerebatan)
Million Stone
Ideas for more places, restaurants, cruises and ferry piers.

💰 How It Works
Pay what you fell, €15–50 per person at the end of the tour, based on experience.
Groups made easy: 750 Liras or €15 per person.
Cash only: no cards/crypto – I'm an old-school storyteller!

Remember: Great Stories Deserve Great Tips!

Why Choose This Tour?
Expert Guide: Dr. Sib, a licensed tour guide and researcher.
Small Groups: No loneliness in crowds.
Interactive: Questions and answers.
Clear Sound: We provide high-tech headphone systems if the group exceed 8 people.

Dress Code:
To enter the mosque, you need to dress modestly.

Duration:
The exact length can vary slightly based on group size and crowd levels at the monuments, but we'll ensure you see everything without feeling hurried. We try to finish in 2 hours.

Custom Experiences:

Interested in a private tour or cruise? Contact me for tailored options in Arabic, English, Persian, Turkish or Spanish!

Istanbul Isn’t Just a City – It’s a Palimpsest. Let Dr. Sib Help You Read Between the Lines.

✈️ Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sultanahmet District

Take the HAVAİST Bus: Line HVİST-11
Catch the BUS at least 2 hours earlier than tour start time.
Pay by contactless credit/debit card on the bus (275 liras).
Get off at the FINAL STOP: "Sultanahmet"

Arriving relaxed makes the tour experience infinitely better for you! See you in Sultanahmet!

Recommended tour from another guide:
https://www.guruwalk.com/walks/56715-sacred-and-historic-sultanahmet-blue-mosque-little-hagia-sophia-sokullu-mehmet-pasha

👉 Secure your spot now – legends await!

Have a nice trip 🚀 🛸
Dr Sib

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

Sultanahmet, Binbirdirek, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

I will be by the Obelisk of Theodosius located in Sultanahmet square with a cane.

Outside visit

El Obelisco de Egypto

Free entry

Blue Mosque

Outside visit

La columna de serpientes

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).