Chauffeur Hire in Taksim by the Hour
Hire a car with a driver in Taksim (Istanbul) for as long as you need it: 2–10 hour packages with 20 km per hour. Your chauffeur picks you up at your hotel or any address in Taksim, waits at every stop and brings you back. Taksim is about 42 km (~44 min) from Istanbul Airport (IST).
Taksim chauffeur hire at a glance
Chauffeur hire in Taksim starts at €40 per hour; the shortest package is 2 hours / 40 km for €80. The driver picks you up at your hotel or address and waits at every stop; the price is fixed per vehicle, not per person.
- Hourly rate
- Economy Sedan €40 · FirstClass Van €50 · Vip Sprinter €75
- Packages
- 2–10 hours, 20 km per hour
- Pickup
- Hotel, villa or any address in Taksim
- Airport
- Istanbul Airport (IST) ≈ 42 km, ~44 min
- Example trip
- Hagia Sophia ≈ 4 km — 2 hours / 40 km
- Payment
- Fixed price, pay the driver in cash or by card
Taksim hourly package prices
Price = hours × hourly rate. Each hour includes 20 km; prices are per vehicle.
| Package | Economy Sedan (3 pax) | FirstClass Van (6 pax) | Vip Sprinter (16 pax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 hours / 40 km | €80 | €100 | €150 |
| 3 hours / 60 km | €120 | €150 | €225 |
| 4 hours / 80 km | €160 | €200 | €300 |
| 5 hours / 100 km | €200 | €250 | €375 |
| 6 hours / 120 km | €240 | €300 | €450 |
| 8 hours / 160 km | €320 | €400 | €600 |
| 10 hours / 200 km | €400 | €500 | €750 |
Where can you go from Taksim?
Road distances are estimates; the suggested package covers the round trip and about an hour there.
| Place | One way (road) | Suggested package |
|---|---|---|
| Taksim Square & İstiklal Avenue | ≈ 1 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Dolmabahçe Palace | ≈ 2 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Galata Tower | ≈ 2 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Maiden's Tower | ≈ 3 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Spice Bazaar | ≈ 3 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Topkapı Palace | ≈ 4 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Süleymaniye Mosque | ≈ 4 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Hagia Sophia | ≈ 4 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
Popular around Taksim: Historic Çırağan & Dolmabahçe Palaces, Galata Tower, Bosphorus Bridges, Istiklal Street, and Nişantaşı boutiques.
Chauffeur hire near Taksim
Each area page shows its own distances and trip ideas.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a chauffeur cost per hour in Taksim?
Hourly rates: Economy Sedan €40, FirstClass Van €50, Vip Sprinter €75. Packages run from 2 to 10 hours; for example 4 hours / 80 km with an Economy Sedan costs €160. The price is per vehicle, not per person.
How many kilometres are included in a package?
Each hour includes 20 km: 2 hours / 40 km, 4 hours / 80 km, 10 hours / 200 km. You choose the package when booking; extras such as baby or child seats (€5 each on hourly hire) are added in the same step.
Where does the chauffeur pick me up?
At your hotel, villa or any address in Taksim. Enter it as the pickup location when booking; the driver waits for you at every stop during the package.
Which package do I need for Hagia Sophia?
Hagia Sophia is about 4 km by road from Taksim (8 km there and back). The 2 hours / 40 km package covers the trip, including about an hour there.
Can I also book an airport transfer to Taksim?
Yes. Istanbul Airport (IST) to Taksim is about 42 km, ~44 minutes; see the IST to Taksim transfer page for the fixed price.