The Smart Way to See Istanbul: Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus & Bosphorus Cruise
If you have limited time or want to see both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul without navigating the complex public transport system, the Istanbul Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour is your best friend.
Why this tour is a 2026 favorite:
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Seamless Loop: The tour begins and ends at Sultanahmet, making a massive 30-km loop through the city’s most iconic spots.
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Two Continents, One Bridge: This is your chance to cross the Bosphorus Bridge on an open-top deck—the view from the top of the bridge is something you can’t get on a ferry or in a tunnel!
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The “Optional Cruise” Bonus: Choosing the “Bus + Cruise” combo is the smartest move. You can explore the city by land in the morning and then switch to the water for a 90-minute Bosphorus cruise in the afternoon.
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Ultimate Convenience: Don’t want to walk from Beşiktaş to Taksim? Just hop off at Beşiktaş Bazaar, enjoy a Turkish coffee, and catch the next bus 30-45 minutes later to head up to Taksim Square.
💡 Insider Tip: Since the first bus leaves Sultanahmet at 10:00 AM, we recommend arriving 15 minutes early to grab the best front-row seats on the upper deck for those perfect Instagram shots!
