TOPKAPI PALACE - Hagia Irene Church (Half Day Afternoon)

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   Hagia Irene

   HAGIA IRENE CHURCH Built during the same period (4th century) as its neighbour the Hagia Sophia.The name Hagia Irene Church means ‘’Godly’’ or ‘’Holy Wisdom’’ in Greek. After the conquest of Istanbul it was incorporated into the grounds of Topkapı Palace and like many other churches was converted into a mosque. However there were no major changes made to the building’s structure. (Hagia Irene Church closed on Tuesday)

   30 minutes•Admission included•See on map

2. 2

   Topkapi Palace

   The great palace of the Ottoman Sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries, housing an exquisite collection of precious gems, jewellery thrones of sultans, costumes worn by the sultans and their families; miniatures, the Holy Mantle; CHAMBER OF SACRED RELICS. (Harem is not included in the program and visit is due to extra entrance fee.)

   3 hours•Admission included•See on map

Meeting point

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Pickup

• Everyone meets at the start point

Know before you go

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time. Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Cancellation and refunds

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