Hop-on Hop-off Tours Istanbul

Istanbul Bosphorus Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Marvel at the contrast between Istanbul's European and Asian sides and discover the best Istanbul at your own pace on a hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus.

Operator: HOP ON HOP OFF İSTANBUL

4.1/5(473)

Stefanie S

Family

Verified booking

Last week

The Red Route Hop-On Hop-Off tour was a fantastic way to get a great overview of the city before the marathon. It allowed us to discover the main sights and get a feel for the city in a relaxed and enjoyable way. Highly recommended!

Gwyneth W

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

Booked onto the red tour and were initially told that 2 stops were closed due to a football match taking place. However at the point where the routes diverge we ended up on the blue tour. It seemed that the rest of the red tour was shut. Having spoken to the guides at the end of the trip they extended our ticket for the next day so that we could actually do the tour we wanted. Full marks for customer service.

This 2.5-hour tour of Istanbul offers a panoramic view of the city from a double-decker bus while enjoying audio commentary in 8 languages with free WiFi.

On this flexible bus tour, you'll learn about some of the most historic and world-dominating empires of Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman.

Spot differences between Istanbul's old landmarks, like Sultanahmet Square and Beşiktaş Bazaar, and its modern areas, like Taksim Square, and admire the architecture.

Get to see the shores along the Bosphorus River of the only city built on two continents, Europe and Asia.

Fun fact: The Egyptian spice bazaar dates back to 1660, making it the oldest and continuously operating market in Istanbul.

1-day hop-on hop-off bus tour

Audio commentary is available in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Arabic, Russian, and Turkish.

WiFi and charging station on board

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Stefanie S
Family
Verified booking
Last week
The Red Route Hop-On Hop-Off tour was a fantastic way to get a great overview of the city before the marathon. It allowed us to discover the main sights and get a feel for the city in a relaxed and enjoyable way. Highly recommended!
Elizabeth G
Solo
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
I loved to not be in a hurry because the bus left me! Time enough to see arround each point.
Gabriele B
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Everything worked well, I would use it again,
Antje T
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The many explanations were intense.
Wilhelmina K
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
It's a great intro to Istanbul

Panoramic views of Istanbul

Learn about Constantinople's landmarks from the comfort of your double-decker bus with an audio guide in 8 languages. You'll visit Sultanahmet Square, better known as the 'Hippodrome of Constantinople. You can feast your eyes on sweeping views of the Dolmabahçe Palace and its unique blend of Greek, Roman, Turkish and Arabesque styles. See neighborhoods such as Beylerbeyi and see the beautiful 19th and 20th-century wooden mansions, mansions, and villas that form the elegant seaside part of the city. Of course, no trip to Turkey would be complete without marveling at the beating heart of modern Istanbul: Taksim Square.

With plenty of restaurants, shops, and nightclubs nearby, make use of this guided bus tour's hop-on-hop-off feature to explore the area at your leisure.

Route

Click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

What to bring

Bring along a pair of sunglasses, a hat, a scarf and water.

Accessibilty

This experience is accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.

Additional information

The audio guide for the bus tour is available in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Arabic, Russian, and Turkish.

Departure times and timetables might change due to traffic, road work, or weather conditions.

The boat departs from the pier every hour between 11am to 5pm.

Children aged 1-5 travel for free.

Schedule

Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

The Red Route & Blue Route run from 10am - 8:05pm.

Frequency: every 60-80 mins.

Number of stops: 11 (7 on the Red Route and 4 on the Blue Route).

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

Please arrive at the boarding point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays..

Boarding point

Board your bus at BUSFORUS ISTANBUL (HOP ON HOP OFF TOURS).

Address: Sultanahmet Meydanı, 34149 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye.

Landmark: Between Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, next to the main road.

Get directions to the boarding point