Istanbul Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 24-Hour Ticket
Explore a single city spanning two continents for a full twenty-four hours from the upper deck of a double-decker bus, exactly as you please. This ticket isn't for a single day—it's your pass to a full day of freedom: hop on at Sultanahmet Square and hop off at Eminönü, browse the spices at the Egyptian Bazaar, sip coffee in Karaköy, follow the coastline from Galataport to Dolmabahçe Palace, and wrap up the day in Taksim. Along the route you'll find stops such as the Beşiktaş Market, Şişhane, the Naval Museum, and Beylerbeyi Palace; whether you step off at each one or simply watch from your seat is entirely up to you. An audio guide narrates the history of the landmarks you pass, turning the city from mere scenery into a story told just for you.
Tour Information
- Duration: 24 Hour
- Languages: tr, en
- Categories: Daily Tours, Istanbul Tours, Turkey Tours, City Tours & Cultural Trips
- Age Groups: Baby: 0 - 0 · Child: 3 - 11 · Adult: 12 - 99
Included Services
- Hop-on hop-off bus ticket (valid for 24 hours)
- Audio guide
- Route map
Not Included
- Hotel pickup
- Food and drinks
- Museum and monument admission tickets
- Personal expenses
Meeting & End Points
- Starting Point: Sultanahmet Meydanı
- Ending Point: Taksim Meydanı
Meeting Points
- Sultanahmet Square — Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet Parkı No:2, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Tour Route
10:00 · Sultanahmet Meydanı — Sultanahmet Square
Board the double-decker bus at the stop in Sultanahmet Square, head up to the upper deck, and switch on the audio guide to begin your journey. As you pass by Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, your ticket becomes valid for twenty-four hours from this moment on. You can hop off at any stop along the route to explore, then continue your trip on the next bus.11:00 · Eminönü Square
Hop off at Eminönü to browse the spices at the Spice Bazaar, take a stroll around the Galata Bridge, or stop for coffee in Karaköy. As long as your ticket is still within its twenty-four-hour validity, you can board the next bus and continue to the following stops on the route.12:00 · Galataport Istanbul
Hop off the bus at Galataport to walk along the waterfront and browse the shops and cafés on the Bosphorus shore. When you board again, the façade of Dolmabahçe Palace and the Beşiktaş Market will pass you by, with the audio guide telling the story of each.13:00 · Taksim Meydanı — Taksim Square
When you reach Taksim, you can round off the day with a walk down Istiklal Avenue or a rest at one of the cafés in the square. Since your ticket is valid for twenty-four hours, you can return to the route in the evening or the next morning on the same buses and visit the stops you missed.
Popular Points
- Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
- Eminönü Square
- Galataport Istanbul
Tour Rules
Transport and Baggage
- Allowed: Your ticket is valid for twenty-four hours from first use. You can board the bus at any stop along the route.
Good to Know
- Allowed: The upper deck is open; in rainy weather we recommend bringing a raincoat. Stop arrival times may vary on days with heavy traffic.
Booking Conditions
- Reservation request is instantly confirmed.
- Pay 30% now, the rest by Bank/Credit Card
- (Taxes Included)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Are taxes included in the tour price?
- Yes, taxes are included in the prices shown on this page.