Istanbul Old City Highlights

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   Hippodrome

   The Roman Hippodrome in Istanbul, Turkey,

   The Roman Hippodrome in Istanbul, Turkey, served as an ancient racetrack where historical chariot races, major social events and athletic competitions were held. It was decorated with the Egyptian Obelisk and other famous columns along its spina, a raised central platform used to divide the race track.

   1 hour•Admission free•See on map

2. 2

   Hagia Sophia, an important Byzantine structure in Istanbul and one of the world's great monuments. It was built as a Christian church in the 6th century ce (532–537) under the direction of the Byzantine emperor Justinian I. In subsequent centuries it became a mosque, a museum, and a mosque again.

   1 hour•Admission included

3. 3

   Topkapi Palace

   The Topkapı Palace, or the Seraglio,

   The Topkapı Palace, or the Seraglio, is a large museum and library in the east of the Fatih district of Istanbul in Turkey. From the 1460s to the completion of Dolmabahçe Palace in 1856, it served as the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire, and was the main residence of its sultans.

   1h 30m•Admission included•See on map

4. 4

   Blue Mosque

   The Blue Mosque, officially the Sultan Ahmed Mosque,

   The Blue Mosque, officially the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, is an Ottoman-era historical imperial mosque located in Istanbul, Turkey. It was constructed between 1609 and 1617 during the rule of Ahmed I and remains a functioning mosque today.

   1 hour•Admission free•See on map

5. 5

   Grand Bazaar

   The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul

   The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with 61 covered streets and over 4,000 shops on a total area of 30,700 m², attracting between 250,000 and 400,000 visitors daily.

   1 hour•Admission free•See on map

Meeting point

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Pickup

• Everyone is picked up
• 2135 hotels are served
• You can request another pickup address
• The operator contacts you to arrange pickup
• Pickup begins 30 min before departure

Know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking

Cancellation and refunds

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.