The "Cool" Tour of Istanbul (yeah you heard what I said)

This tour is for fun-lovers, night-owls, and tireless travelers who are done with the "essentials" of Istanbul. There are countless tours of the main attractions during the day... but at night? I want to showcase how the historical peninsula of Istanbul transforms in the evening. We'll mostly be around Karakoy and Taksim and you'll see how the nightlife of Istanbul takes shape. Besides showing you some of the oldest bars and restaurants, I really want to explain the alternative scene and what makes Istanbul so "cool." So, I'll be pointing out structures like: Ottoman-buildings which have been converted into libraries and public learning spaces, or the only unofficial queer club in Taksim.

I recommend you...

Prepare your stories and fun facts
Stay comfortable as there will be a few steep climbs
Come hungry (~5€, optional, great street food at the end)

I am an avid-traveler myself and I deeply treasure the spontaneous connections created under such colorful circumstances so, this tour has a SOCIAL focus as well. There will be a conversational atmosphere and the opportunity to grab drinks (optional, of course) at our stops. This tour is ideal for a dynamic group or extraverted solo-travelers because sorry, I will try to make all of us become FRRRIEEENDS

The tour lasts 2 hours

Available in German and English

Guide: Ş

PRO

Guiding since 2024

Hi! My name is Şahika. A native Istanbul-er (I hate İstanbulite) I spent several years living in other diverse and fast-paced cities including Houston, Boston and London. I think I can give you a unique perspective of Istanbul comparing it to other metropolis and ultimately showcase how it is like no other city in the world. I am an avid traveler myself and I deeply treasure the spontaneous connections created on the road; purely out of shared curiosity and an unspoken agreement to share a moment together. I will be striving to create this convivial atmosphere on my own tours.

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Professionalism

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Entertainment

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Communication

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Route

4.70

4.81

143 reviews

Professionalism

4.78

Entertainment

4.60

Communication

4.82

Quality

4.83

Route

4.70

6 stops

2.8 km walking

2 hours

Meeting point:Arap Cami, Teğmen Hüseyin Sofu Sk. No:13, 34421 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, TürkiyeAcross from the Karakoy tram station right next to the cafe "Books and Coffee". I will be wearing a red Boston capOpen in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Karaköy Tünel

Outside visit

Bereketzade

Outside visit

Bedrettin

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Does not accept large group bookings.

Pets

Suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 4 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour requires payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.