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Istanbul Old City Tour: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar

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About this activity

Experience the timeless beauty of Istanbul on this expertly guided Old City tour covering the city’s most iconic landmarks. Walk through centuries of Ottoman and Byzantine history as you visit the magnificent Hagia Sophia, the elegant Blue Mosque, the historic Hippodrome, and the vibrant Grand Bazaar. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this tour is perfect for first-time visitors wanting to experience Istanbul’s cultural highlights in a relaxed and informative way. • Visit Istanbul’s top historical landmarks in one day • Explore with a licensed local guide • Learn about Byzantine and Ottoman history • Enjoy free time at the Grand Bazaar • Ideal for first-time visitors • Small-group atmosphere for a more personal experience

Highlights

    What's included

    • Pick up from designated Hotels
    • Professional Licenced Tour Guide
    • Skip-the-Line access to buy tickets

    Not included

    • Drop off to Hotel
    • Entrance fees

    Itinerary

    1. Hagia Sophia

      Visit one of the world’s most famous architectural masterpieces and learn how Hagia Sophia evolved from a

      Byzantine cathedral into an Ottoman mosque.

      1 hourAdmission not includedSee on map

    2. Blue Mosque

      Admire the breathtaking beauty of the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, famously known as the Blue Mosque.

      45 minutesAdmission includedSee on map

    3. Hippodrome

      Walk through the historic heart of Constantinople where ancient chariot races and imperial ceremonies once took

      place.

      30 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    4. Explore one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world.

      1 hourAdmission free

    Meeting point

    Infront of the German Fountain

    The map shows Istanbul. The exact meeting point is the address above.Open larger map

    Pickup

    • Pickup, or meet at the start point
    • 11 hotels are served
    • The operator contacts you to arrange pickup
    • Pickup begins 45 min before departure

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • The inner parts of Grand Bazaar is closed on every Sunday
    • Transportation is only used for the pick up service. The rest of the tour will be done on foot
    • 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.

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
    Supplied by
    City of Sultans
    Product code
    6804P33

    Customer reviews

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