Istanbul Alternative Free Tour

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Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
English
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Experience Highlights

Discover a different side of Istanbul with this alternative free tour that will take you beyond the typical attractions. For about 2.5 hours, you'll explore active mosques, traditional markets and historic corners that tourists often overlook.

The tour starts at the historic Corlulu Ali Pasha Madrasa and continues to the majestic Süleymaniye Mosque, a jewel of Ottoman architecture. Along the way, your guide will reveal details about the daily life, religion and customs that define the local culture.

Available in English or Spanish, this tour is ideal if you are looking for a more authentic and enriching experience of Istanbul.

  • Explore Istanbul from a local and alternative perspective.
  • Visit mosques, markets and unique historical sites.
  • Learn the secrets of Istanbul with your professional guide.

What’s included

  • Guided tour in English or Spanish (to choose when booking)
  • Tour of the historical and cultural surroundings of the city centre
  • Entrance and explanation at Süleymaniye Mosque or Nuruosmaniye Mosque (Friday)
  • Food and beverages

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Step by Step

Do you want to get to know Istanbul beyond the traditional tourist sites? This free tour is a window into the history, customs and daily life of the city. You will begin your experience at the Corlulu Ali Pasha Madrasah, a well-preserved religious school that reflects the richness of Ottoman culture.

From there, the group will head to the imposing Süleymaniye Mosque, the masterpiece of architect Mimar Sinan. If the tour falls on a Friday, this visit will be replaced by the equally impressive and active Nuruosmaniye Mosque.

During the tour, you will explore unique corners such as Beyazit Square, the nostalgic Book Market and Istanbul University. You'll learn about religious rituals, traditional celebrations such as Turkish weddings and how Ottoman culture lives on in the city's everyday life.

It is an ideal tour for both first-time visitors and those who want to rediscover Istanbul from a different perspective. And the best thing is: you decide how much you want to contribute at the end according to your level of satisfaction!

How does a free tour work?

A free tour is a guided walking tour without a fixed price. At the end of the tour, it is up to you to evaluate the quality of the service with your contribution to the guide.

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