Istanbul Asian Side Walking Tour with Ferry Ride

About this tour

This guided walking tour takes you across the Bosphorus by ferry to Istanbul's Asian side, the quieter half of the city that most visitors never reach. You'll wander through busy local markets and bazaars, stop at historic mosques, and stroll the kind of residential streets where people actually live. Along the way there's a chance to try Turkish food and take in wide views back across the water toward the old city skyline. Comfortable walking shoes are a must, since you'll be on your feet for a few hours.

Highlights

• Browse the local markets and bazaars on the Asian side
• Visit historic mosques and religious sites
• Walk through everyday residential neighborhoods
• Sample authentic Turkish food and culture
• Take in wide views of the Istanbul skyline across the Bosphorus

Places You Will Visit

Good to Know Before You Go

Tour times shift with the season and how many departures are running, so check the current schedule for exact start times and how long the walk lasts before you book. Most weeks have both morning and afternoon slots to choose from.

Because the route includes mosques and other religious sites, plan to dress modestly. Women should cover their shoulders and knees, and a headscarf is needed to enter a mosque, so bring one along. Men should skip shorts and sleeveless tops. Everyone should wear comfortable walking shoes, since the tour covers a fair bit of ground on foot.

Weather in Istanbul

Today 75°F24°C 61°F16°C Rain 78%

Tomorrow 67°F20°C 59°F15°C Rain 5%

Sun, Oct 25 71°F21°C 58°F14°C Rain 0%

Mon, Oct 26 67°F19°C 61°F16°C Rain 17%

Tue, Oct 27 64°F18°C 60°F16°C Rain 33%

Wed, Oct 28 60°F16°C 57°F14°C Rain 34%

Thu, Oct 29 61°F16°C 54°F12°C Rain 34%

Local time 2:53 AM, UTC+03:00

Available Days / Times

• Monday
• Tuesday
• Wednesday : 17:00
• Thursday
• Friday
• Saturday : 17:00
• Sunday : 17:00

Last updated: Oct 22, 2026