Hi, I'm Kadir Celal.
I was born and raised in Istanbul, studied in the USA and lived in Germany for a while. I’m a professional tour guide and I teach tourism in a university. I have university degrees in Business, Political Science, and History.
Pick your Istanbul with me
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Every tour is private and flexible. Tell me what you love and I'll shape a day around it.
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Kadir gave us a wonderful morning as we had a personalized 101 of Istanbul. What a kind and insightful man who shared much of his stories with us. Mad…
Hi there! Nice to meet you
I was born and raised in Istanbul, studied in the USA and lived in Germany for a while. I’m a professional tour guide and I teach tourism in a university. I have university degrees in Business, Political Science, and History.
My tours in Istanbul
4 private, fully personalized experiences
Istanbul’s Jewish Heritage: A Private Tour
5.0•354 reviews€101 pp • 5 hoursMore of Istanbul: Chora Museum, Tekfur Palace, Balat & Fener
5.0•355 reviews€74 pp • 5 hoursTreasures of Istanbul: Hagia Sophia Tour
4.9•134 reviews€49 pp • 2.5 hoursHighlights & Hidden Gems of Istanbul
4.9•883 reviews€55 pp • 3 hours
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Reviews
5.0 ★ · 355 reviews- Martin14 October 2026 · More of Istanbul: Chora Museum, Tekfur Palace, Balat & Fener
- Vicky11 October 2026 · Highlights & Hidden Gems of IstanbulKadir the Great!
Kadir gave us a wonderful morning as we had a personalized 101 of Istanbul. What a kind and insightful man who shared much of his stories with us. Mad…
- Jacqueline9 October 2026 · More of Istanbul: Chora Museum, Tekfur Palace, Balat & FenerFootsteps of ancient Christians with Kadir
It was an awesome time ! Kadir is knowledgeable and enriched the walk with interesting information!. He also brought us to his favourite street snacks…
- Mara8 October 2026 · Istanbul’s Jewish Heritage: A Private TourHe knows his stuff
Kadir was one of the best guides I have experienced in my years of traveling. He was cordial, willing, flexible, and above all, knew his history and h…