Overview
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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.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Important Note: The guide will only provide “tourist guidance service” in accordance with the legal guidelines in Türkiye.
What To Expect
Sultanahmet District
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.
Beyoglu
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.
Options
Photograph Istanbul
What‘s Included
Professional Licenced Tourist Guidance Service
Food and Drinks
Transportation (cost less than 10 USD)
Tips
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The Cats of Istanbul
johneV161EZ,Jul 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I 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.
The Cats of Istanbul.
John E,Jun 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I 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.
Best Istanbul experiences, unique guide
Resort38441220613,Feb 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00There 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
He’s a photographer himself and took the best group pictures I’ve ever have received in 100 countries of travel
AlexChacon Official,Feb 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ünsal 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.!!
Insight Istanbul with great photography tips
MantaAnja,Aug 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The 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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