A local guide in Istanbul, Turkey

Tours by Işıl Sağlam

A licensed Istanbul guide with a deep affection for the city, Işıl brings stories to a place she calls an open-air museum. Based in Istanbul, she leads Old City explorations and lively routes through Karaköy, the ferry to Kadıköy and Moda, sharing history and culture at an easy, enthusiastic pace. Expect a story-filled day that connects the city’s layers with care. She guides in English, turning Istanbul into an afternoon you will want to keep talking about.

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Işıl Sağlam
Your guide in Istanbul
Işıl Sağlam
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