Istanbul is a photographers' paradise... I can help you capture the best moments of Istanbul in the way you choose. I am not only a professional licensed tourist guide, but also a serious amateur photographer with more than 15 years of experience. Being in the right place at the right time is important. While good luck always helps, photography also requires careful planning as well as local insight. As each photographer has their own preferred subject, this private guiding service can be fully tailored to your preferences. For instance, if you want to focus on Istanbul's bazaars, commercial structures, I can arrange our route accordingly. If you want to focus on Byzantine heritage, that's easy too. Or you may want to visit Istanbul as a part of your YouTube or Instagram project and you want a guide in order to get advice and communicate with locals. I am ready to help. Or do you want a photoshoot? I can help you with my mobile phone. Let's photograph Istanbul together.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $200.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 8 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Sultanahmet is the heart of old city, where it is possible to see a new historical monument in almost every 50 meters. Our photography route will include not only the best-known sites such as Blue Mosque, but also rarely-visited streets and historical heritage. This will differentiate your photography and provide a wider perspective outside of popular spots.
While Beyoglu is defined as the modern centre of Istanbul, it also contains a suprising amount and variety of historical sights. Our photography route will combine modern and historical together. It is possible to focus on architectural details, local people or artizans, or various other themes in this section of the city. Interesting churches, beautiful art galleries, crowded streets, random surprises can be our subject of photography.
Uskudar is the pearl of Asian side of Istanbul. It still protects what Turks called traditional neighbourhood life to a certain extend. In Uskudar, such neighbourhoods are decorated with little stores, elegant fountains, baroque mosques and breathtaking panoramas. Uskudar's neighbourhood bazaar not only contains interesting scenes for photography, but delicious foods to recharge our batteries. This final section of Uskudar will be a rewarding experience for any type of photographers.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Photograph Istanbul lasts about 6–9 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
Prices start at $100 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $200. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
It can: 8 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Use "T1 Kabataş-Bağcılar Tram Line" and exit at "Sirkeci" station if you are staying in Galata/Pera, Taksim, Sultanahmet or Laleli areas. Use "Marmaray" and exit at "Sirkeci" underground station and follow gate number "1", if you are staying on Asian side. For help, contact with me via Whatsapp. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 5 travellers can book together.
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 5 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Unsal Koslu.
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I took this tour because it was customizable to what I wanted to see: the cats of Istanbul. We went into a couple cat museums. walked the streets, took a couple ferries, visited mosques and cemeteries, and other places their cats often wander. Highly recommend.
I took this tour because it was customizable to what I wanted to see: The Cats of Istanbul. We went to a couple cat museums, then walked the streets, took the ferries, visited some mosque courtyards, cafes, cemeteries, etc to where the cats often wander. I highly recommend.
There are many good guides in Istanbul but Ünsal is a special one. Best in suiting the needs of tour participants, very knowledgeable not only on Istanbul but also expert level in photography. With his former successful career in Silicon Valley companies, Ünsal has the grasp of what a corporate needs in their travel requirements. Truly your best choice to make your Istanbul visit an unforgettable memory
Ünsal was amazing and spectacular with the tour. He customize everything to mine, and my groups needs every second of the way. Constant check ups with how we were doing, had vast knowledge of the city, most importantly he is a photographer himself so he took some of the best group pictures, I’ve gotten in my 100 countries of travel around the world. Highly recommend super patient and welcoming guy would highly recommend.!!
The tour with Unsal gave me a wonderful insight into the beautiful city of Istanbul. He knows a lot about the history of the city and Turkey and has a good way of imparting his knowledge. The photography tips really helped me to take beautiful pictures. Unsal is a very good tour guide. I can recommend him without reservation.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photograph Istanbul | 6–9 hours | 5.0 (5) | $100 | |
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