Great news for young explorers in Istanbul! The May 2026 free guided tour program organized by Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality has been officially announced.
These tours offer a unique opportunity to discover Istanbul’s history, culture, and natural beauty with professional guides — completely free of charge.
Küçükpazar, Süleymaniye, Vefa, Zeyrek
🕒 4:30 PM – 10:30 PM
👤 Guide: Yasin Saygılı
👉 Neighborhood (Monographic) Tour
“Erguvan Season on the Bosphorus”
🕒 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
👤 Guide: Oktay Türkoğlu
👉 Nature & Architecture Tour
From Laleli to Kocamustafapaşa
🕒 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
👤 Guide: Metin Kural
👉 Neighborhood Tour
Galata & Beyoğlu
🕒 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
👤 Guide: Merve Yılmaz
Edirnekapı, Kariye, Ayvansaray
🕒 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
👤 Guide: Güler Yakışan
Kasımpaşa: City of Sailors & Dervishes
🕒 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
👤 Guide: Oktay Türkoğlu
Istanbul Archaeological Museums
🕒 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
👤 Guide: Turgay Tuna
To join these tours, participants must:
Applications are submitted online through the official IMM registration form.
👉 Early application is recommended due to limited capacity.
The IMM Free Guided Tour Program for May 2026 is a fantastic opportunity for young people to explore Istanbul in depth. Whether you’re interested in history, culture, or nature, these tours offer something for everyone.
If you’re eligible, don’t miss this chance to experience Istanbul from a new perspective!
