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Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket
Museums • Istanbul

Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket

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★ 4.6 (550) • 40K+ booked
From ¥ 5,606
5 off
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Hagia Sophia Ticket
Museums • Istanbul

Hagia Sophia Ticket

Free cancellation
Skip the line
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★ 4.2 (496) • 40K+ booked
From ¥ 5,153
¥ 6,481
Dolmabahce Palace Ticket
Museums • Istanbul

Dolmabahce Palace Ticket

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★ 4.7 (284) • 10K+ booked
From ¥ 7,785
9 off
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Istanbul Bosphorus 2-Hour Sightseeing Cruise
Klook's choice
Tours • Istanbul

Istanbul Bosphorus 2-Hour Sightseeing Cruise

English guided
Free cancellation
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★ 4.7 (436) • 7K+ booked
¥ 1,296
50 off
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Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern Skip-the-line Ticket
Museums • Istanbul

Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern Skip-the-line Ticket

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★ 4.6 (289) • 9K+ booked
From ¥ 10,555
6 off
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Topkapi Palace Museum Skip the Line Ticket with Guided Tour
Museums • Istanbul

Topkapi Palace Museum Skip the Line Ticket with Guided Tour

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★ 4.0 (198) • 6K+ booked
From ¥ 9,695
¥ 12,961
Mega Lufer Bosphorus Dinner Cruise and Show with Private Table
Klook's choice
Cruises • Istanbul

Mega Lufer Bosphorus Dinner Cruise and Show with Private Table

Evening departure
Free cancellation
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★ 4.6 (213) • 3K+ booked
From ¥ 4,861
25 off
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Klook Pass Turkey
Attraction passes • Central Anatolia Region

Klook Pass Turkey

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★ 4.6 (261) • 5K+ booked
From ¥ 14,628
¥ 27,218
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Bosphorus Sunset cruise with optional drinks and snacks
Cruises • Istanbul

Bosphorus Sunset cruise with optional drinks and snacks

English guided
Afternoon departure
Up to 3 hrs
Free cancellation
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★ 4.5 (84) • 1K+ booked
From ¥ 1,418
Topkapi Palace Skip-the-Line Ticket and Audio App
Historical sites • Istanbul

Topkapi Palace Skip-the-Line Ticket and Audio App

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★ 4.2 (189) • 10K+ booked
From ¥ 11,647
8 off
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Bursa and Uludag Day Tour with Cable Car From Istanbul
Tours • From Istanbul

Bursa and Uludag Day Tour with Cable Car From Istanbul

Hotel pick-up
Small group
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★ 3.7 (65) • 1K+ booked
¥ 8,795
Full day Istanbul highlights tour with lunch in English
Tours • Istanbul

Full day Istanbul highlights tour with lunch in English

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★ 4.6 (43) • 600+ booked
¥ 8,519
Istanbul|Istanbul Airport Private Airport Transfer
Private airport transfers • Istanbul

Istanbul|Istanbul Airport Private Airport Transfer

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★ 4.2 (4,473) • 10K+ booked
¥ 6,047
Istanbul|Sabiha Gökçen International Airport Private Airport Transfer
Private airport transfers • Istanbul

Istanbul|Sabiha Gökçen International Airport Private Airport Transfer

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★ 3.9 (443)
¥ 9,485
Istanbul car rentals | Rent a car for Bosphorus, Hagia Sophia, Basilica, Golden Horn, Dolmabahce Palace
From ¥ 3,140
Istanbul Unlimited Public Transport Card 1-7 Day
Rail passes • Istanbul

Istanbul Unlimited Public Transport Card 1-7 Day

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★ 3.3 (18) • 500+ booked
From ¥ 4,514
¥ 6,110
Istanbul Airport - city centre by Terravision
Airport trains & buses • Istanbul

Istanbul Airport - city centre by Terravision

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¥ 5,370

Hotels in Istanbul

Yilsam Sultanahmet Hotel
Hotels • Istanbul

Yilsam Sultanahmet Hotel

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★ 4.4 (359)
¥ 10,390
Aston Hotel Taksim
Hotels • Istanbul

Aston Hotel Taksim

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★ 4.1 (701)
From ¥ 9,820
Garden Mode Airport Hotel
Hotels • Istanbul

Garden Mode Airport Hotel

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★ 4.8 (40)
From ¥ 4,763
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul
Hotels • Istanbul

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

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★ 4.5 (1,003)
From ¥ 14,927
Mest Hotel Istanbul Sirkeci
Hotels • Istanbul

Mest Hotel Istanbul Sirkeci

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★ 4.7 (190)
From ¥ 18,366
Zem Hotel
Hotels • Istanbul

Zem Hotel

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★ 4.0 (17)
From ¥ 6,534
YOTEL Istanbul Airport LANDSIDE, City Entrance
Hotels • Istanbul

YOTEL Istanbul Airport LANDSIDE, City Entrance

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★ 4.0 (1,001)
From ¥ 38,717
No:12 Hotel Sultanahmet
Hotels • Istanbul

No:12 Hotel Sultanahmet

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★ 4.2 (55)
From ¥ 9,189
Pera Palace Hotel
Hotels • Istanbul

Pera Palace Hotel

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★ 4.6 (1,003)
From ¥ 35,941
TRYP By Wyndham Istanbul Sisli Hotel
Hotels • Istanbul

TRYP By Wyndham Istanbul Sisli Hotel

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★ 4.4 (117)
From ¥ 16,356
Hotel Alilass
Hotels • Istanbul

Hotel Alilass

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★ 4.6 (651)
From ¥ 11,652
Long Stay Istanbul
Hotels • Istanbul

Long Stay Istanbul

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★ 4.5 (56)
From ¥ 7,164

Reviews of Istanbul activities

Klook User
2025-12-04 11:40:10
Fantastic 5.0
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Review We had a wonderful experience on the Bosphorus dinner cruise. The dinner was delicious, and the variety of dishes really impressed us. The Turkish shows were amazing — lively, colourful, and full of great energy. The waiters were attentive and very good, making sure we were comfortable throughout the night. And of course, the views were absolutely stunning, especially seeing Istanbul lit up from the water. Overall, a beautiful night with great food, fantastic entertainment, and unforgettable views. Highly recommended!
Klook User
2025-08-23 21:23:13
Fantastic 5.0
The tour was great; I highly recommend it. I would do it again. It was a great tour. I had fun. I would do it again and recommend others to do it. It was a great tour, fantastic and fun.
Kia ********
2025-11-21 20:51:02
Fantastic 5.0
An unforgettable Bosphorus sunset experience! The Bosphorus Sunset Tour in Istanbul was an absolute highlight of my trip. Watching the city transform as the sun slowly dipped behind the skyline was nothing short of magical. The blend of soft golden light reflecting off the water, the silhouettes of centuries-old palaces, and the call to prayer echoing across the strait created an atmosphere I’ll never forget. The boat was comfortable and beautifully maintained, with plenty of space to enjoy the views from all angles. The crew were friendly, professional,and there is an audio guide available, from the Dolmabahçe Palace to the Maiden’s Tower and the impressive bridges connecting Europe and Asia. One of my favorite moments was cruising past the waterfront mansions and watching the city lights begin to shimmer as night approached. It felt peaceful, romantic, and incredibly scenic. It’s the perfect way to experience the city’s beauty, history, and charm all at once. Highly recommended! ⸻
Gabi ****
2025-11-28 08:25:32
Fantastic 5.0
Amazing experience in the Bosphorus strait. The booking process was very easy and the directions given for meeting were clear. It was a nice small group and the boat was really nice. Staff members gave great service and were very knowledgeable about the various landmarks during the cruise. The snacks and drinks provided were delicious. I would highly recommend this for your trip to Istanbul. a must do!!
B *
2025-10-21 06:09:44
Fantastic 5.0
it's very good experience to have dinner in the cruise. the food is good, only the dessert is very sweet... the staff are friendly and patient to served us. and the pick up and drop off is very smoothly. only trip start a bit late, very pity that can't see sunset
Klook User
2026-01-16 19:29:16
Fantastic 5.0
Ms Ezgi as the agent is very friendly and helpful. She is concerned about us when we haven't reach the area. I recommend this package. Such a wonderful experience we had tonight! The food is also good..
Klook User
2025-12-15 16:03:34
Fantastic 5.0
The trip was amazing. All the crews are very nice, friendly, and funny. Unforgettable 2.5 hours voyage. The cruise had a short stop at Kanlica district in the Asian side. It was a nice district, calm and peace. Also, we enjoy the Kanlica yoghurt and ice cream. Both are delicious!
Leslie **
2025-11-24 14:59:42
Fantastic 5.0
My friends and I had an amazing time. The service is great, the experience is very comfortable and relaxing. We were treated really nice. The team is so warm and accommodating. Definitely recommend!!
Klook User
2025-09-29 20:24:23
Fantastic 5.0
The Cruise was the best part in Istanbul. Everything about the cruise was Spectacular, It's worth every penny and you can completely trust Klook. The food rhe performance on the top deck was simply Aamzing the icing on the cake was the Belley dancer, she was the lead performer and she is the best, its an experience of a lifetime and Team are doing a great job everything about the cruise was worth it and this one is going to stay in memory.

Quick facts about Istanbul

Local weather

  • DEC - FEB
    10°

  • MAR - MAY
    20°

  • JUN - AUG
    28°17°

  • SEP - NOV
    25°

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1JPY = 0.27TRY

  • Official languages

  • Best time to visit

    International Istanbul Tulip Festival

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