Istanbul Rooftop Flying Dress Photoshoot & Bosphorus Views
Private rooftop photoshoot with flying dress, city skyline, seagulls and tea in Istanbul
You’ll step onto an Istanbul rooftop in a flowing dress, with the city’s skyline and Bosphorus stretching out beneath you. A local photographer guides you through every shot (even handling seagulls and accessories), then invites you for tea while reviewing your photos together. Expect laughter, small cultural surprises, and memories that feel cinematic yet real.
Step-by-step itinerary
Rooftop photoshoot with Istanbul views
- Arrive at rooftop location
- Photograph Bosphorus Bridge with seagulls
- Photograph Suleymaniye Mosque view
- Take dreamy Lightroom photos
- Enjoy tea or coffee in waiting room
- Discuss photo finishing details
- Receive all photos from shoot
- Choose 20 photos for retouch
- Receive short video reel
What’s included
Your day includes professional photography on an Istanbul rooftop overlooking both the Bosphorus Bridge and Suleymaniye Mosque, use of flying or traditional dresses (with optional rental), all accessories like tiaras or shawls if you want them, videography with your phone if you ask for it, Turkish tea or coffee served after shooting while you review more than 400 photos together, and finally your choice of 20 images retouched within a day plus a short video reel sent afterward.
Times
- Every day No fixed time
Information
Feel Istanbul’s energy in a private flying dress photoshoot above the Bosphorus, with seagulls, local tea, and professional guidance: includes all photos and outfit options.
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The experience
The first thing I noticed was the wind. Not cold, but just enough to make the fabric of that wild flying dress ripple around my legs as I stepped out onto the rooftop. Istanbul was below us (sprawling, noisy, alive), and suddenly I was part of it, not just watching from a distance. Our photographer (Raha, who insisted we call her by her nickname) adjusted the sash on my waist and pointed toward the Bosphorus Bridge. “Look there,” she said, and then, out of nowhere, a flock of seagulls swooped low over our heads. I nearly burst out laughing because honestly, they seemed to know their cue better than I did.
I’d worried about feeling awkward in front of the camera but Raha kept chatting away (sometimes in Turkish to her assistant, sometimes to me), and it felt less like posing and more like playing dress-up as a kid. She even handed me this heavy necklace that clinked when I moved (it matched the gold light hitting Suleymaniye Mosque behind us). There were moments when everything went quiet except for distant calls to prayer echoing across rooftops. I tried saying “güzel” (beautiful) at one point. Raha grinned and corrected my accent gently. It’s these little things that stick with you after a day trip in Istanbul.
After we finished shooting in the dreamy lightroom (which is just what it sounds like: soft colors everywhere), we sat down for tea in this tiny waiting room filled with old photo prints. Raha showed me all 400+ photos right there on her laptop. I could pick my favorites for retouching while sipping strong Turkish çay. She even offered to send a short video reel for Instagram (I still cringe at my attempt to twirl). The whole rooftop flying dress experience felt both surreal and strangely grounding at the same time: maybe because you’re literally above it all but also completely present.
Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Persian and Turkish.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (18 to 29 years); Child (10 to 17 years). Children under 10 can't be included in the booking.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
How much does the flying dress rental cost?
The high-flying or traditional dress rental is 50 euros extra.
Are all photos included in the package?
Yes, you receive all photos taken during your shoot (over 400), plus 20 retouched images after your selection.
Is there an entrance fee for the rooftop?
Yes, entrance to the rooftop costs 30 euros per person.
Is this photoshoot wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the location is wheelchair accessible.
Do I need to book a guide separately?
No, your private photographer acts as your guide throughout the experience.
Are accessories provided for hijab or head covering?
Yes, colored shawls and accessories are available for hijab if needed.
Will I get help posing during the shoot?
The photographer will guide you through poses and help adjust outfits or accessories as needed.
Operated by raha mofidi. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.
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Istanbul Rooftop Flying Dress Photoshoot & Bosphorus Views
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