Istanbul Half Day Afternoon Beylerbeyi Palace Tour
Half Day Afternoon City Tour in Istanbul
Half-day afternoon tour with Beylerbeyi Palace, Camlica Hill, and Bosphorus Bridge. Meet in Sultanahmet Square. Includes entrance tickets and guide.
Tour Overview
Spend your afternoon exploring both sides of Istanbul with our Half Day Afternoon Beylerbeyi Palace Tour. Meet your guide in Sultanahmet Square and set off to discover the grandeur of Beylerbeyi Palace, the stunning views from Çamlıca Hill, and the engineering marvel of the Bosphorus Bridge—linking two continents in one unforgettable experience.
- Departure from Sultanahmet Square (no hotel pick-up/drop-off)
- Skip-the-line access to Beylerbeyi Palace with professional guide
- Cross the Bosphorus Bridge from Europe to Asia
- Panoramic views from Çamlıca Hill
- Comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle for transportation
Tour Itinerary
13:30 ─ Meet your guide at the designated meeting point in Sultanahmet Square.
(Exact location details will be provided after booking.)
Begin the Two Continents Tour with a scenic drive along the coastline and across the Bosphorus Bridge.
Highlights of the Tour:
- Bosphorus Bridge: Drive across the first suspension bridge that links Europe and Asia. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Bosphorus Strait and the city skyline as you pass between continents.
- Beylerbeyi Palace: Visit the lavish 19th-century Ottoman summer residence. Admire its crystal chandeliers, marble staircases, and elegant Harem section. Your guide will share the historical stories of the palace and its royal visitors.
- Çamlıca Hill: Reach the highest natural point in Istanbul for sweeping views over the Bosphorus, both bridges, and the entire cityscape. Enjoy free time to take photos or sip Turkish tea at a hilltop café (own expense).
17:00 (approx.) ─ End of the tour.
Return transfer back to Sultanahmet Square.
What's Included
Included
- Entrance fees in the program
- All necessary land transportation by A/C Touristical Buses
- English Speaking Licenced Tour guide
- Local Taxes
Not Included
- Personal Expenses
- Any Meals and Drinks during tour
- Any extra fees for transportation if your hotel is not central
- Pick up and drop off from Central Hotels. (Sultanahmet, Aksaray, Beyazit, Laleli, Taksim, Beyoglu, Karakoy)
Important Remarks
Please read the following important information carefully before booking. These remarks contain essential details about your tour experience.
- This is an afternoon tour. No lunch or drinks are included.
- Tour includes transportation in a non-smoking, air-conditioned vehicle.
- A licensed English-speaking tour guide will accompany the group throughout the tour.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off are provided from central locations on the European side.
- Beylerbeyi Palace is closed on Monday and Thursday. That is why this tour is not operated on Monday and Thursday.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off are not included.
More Details
Your afternoon begins in the heart of Istanbul’s old city — Sultanahmet Square, where your local guide greets you and fellow travelers. Soon, you’re gliding along the Bosphorus shoreline and making your way across the legendary Bosphorus Bridge, watching as Europe fades behind and Asia opens before you.
Your first stop is Beylerbeyi Palace, where opulence and history unite. Once a royal summer retreat, the palace is filled with sparkling chandeliers, gilded ceilings, and an aura of refined elegance. Your guide walks you through the ceremonial halls and Harem chambers, revealing stories of visiting emperors and Ottoman sultans.
The tour ends on a literal high — Çamlıca Hill. From Istanbul’s highest natural point, the view spans across continents. The blue waters of the Bosphorus glisten beneath you, framed by bridges and minarets. Whether sipping tea at a garden café or simply enjoying the view, you’ll feel the timeless charm of this city between worlds.
By 17:00, you’re back in Sultanahmet, with your camera full and your mind enriched by Istanbul’s layered beauty.
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