Ottoman Empire, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Private Tour Istanbul

Duration2h - 4h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Turkish, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

How did Ottoman sultans shape Istanbul’s soul? Walk Sultanahmet, see Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar and add Topkapi Palace with regular tickets. Flexible options included.

HIGHLIGHTS:
- Explore Istanbul’s Old City with a 5-Star Private Licensed Guide
- See Grand Bazaar, Hagia Sophia and Nuruosmaniye Mosque
- Learn how Ottoman conquest shaped Constantinople and Istanbul
- Discover Blue Mosque’s UNESCO beauty (3- and 4-hour tours only)
- Explore Topkapi Palace Museum with regular tickets (4-hour tour only)

Step into the grandeur of the Ottoman Empire on a private walking tour of Sultanahmet with Rosotravel. Discover the heart of Istanbul, where sultans ruled, mosques soared, and palaces gleamed with imperial treasures. Follow in the footsteps of history with an Expert Guide who will unveil the legacy of one of the world’s greatest empires. Book your Ottoman history tour today!

Experience the rise and grandeur of the Ottoman Empire through its most iconic landmarks.

Options

4H:OttomanOld+BlueMosque+Topka

Duration: 4 hours: Discover the history of the Ottoman Empire as you visit the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace Museum, and explore the
Sultanahmet Old City,: Nuruosmaniye Mosque and Grand Bazaar. The tour will be led by a Private Guide who is fluent in your chosen language.
5-Star Licensed Guide: Official 5-Star Licensed Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. TUIS010.

3H:OttomanOld City&Blue Mosque

Duration: 3 hours: Discover the history of the Ottoman Empire as you visit the Blue Mosque and explore the Sultanahmet Old City, Nuruosmaniye
Mosque, Grand Bazaar, and so: much more. The tour will be led by a Private Guide who is fluent in your chosen language.
5-Star Licensed Guide: Official 5-Star Licensed Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. TUIS010.

2-hour: Ottoman Old City

Duration: 2 hours: Discover the history of the Ottoman Empire as you explore the Sultanahmet Old City, Nuruosmaniye Mosque, Grand Bazaar, and
and so much more. The tour: will be led by a Private Guide who is fluent in your chosen language.
5-Star Licensed Guide: Official 5-Star Licensed Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. TUIS010.

What's included

- (number of attractions depends on the option selected)
Free entry to Blue Mosque (3- and 4-hour options only)
Free entry to Grand Bazaar and Nuruosmaniye Mosque
Tickets to Topkapi Palace Museum (4-hour options only)
Private Walking Tour of Istanbul’s Old City and the Ottoman Empire History
5-Star Licensed Guide who fluent in the language of your choice

Free entry to Blue Mosque (in the 2-hour option)
Tickets to Topkapi Palace Museum (in the 2 and 3-hour options)
Tickets to Topkapi Palace Harem (optional, payable on the site)

What to expect

10m

Meet your guide in front of Halı Müzesi - the Carpet Museum (opposite Topkapı Cafe, behind Hagia Sophia), Foundations Regional Directorate Carpet Museum Sultanahmet Mosque, Alemdar, 34122 Courtyard/İstanbul, Türkiye. Please do not enter the building, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
TopkapI Palace
1h · Admission ticket included

Begin at the imposing gates of Topkapi Palace, once the seat of Ottoman power. Gaze upon the majestic Hagia Sophia, which was converted into an imperial mosque after the conquest of Constantinople in 1453. Learn how it became the spiritual heart of the empire, where sultans prayed before battles.
Sultanahmet Square
1h

Continue to Sultanahmet Square, once the site of the ancient Hippodrome, later transformed into a grand public space where the sultans held ceremonies, parades, and public spectacles to display their might. Marvel at the iconic Blue Mosque, a testament to the artistic and architectural brilliance of the Ottomans.
20m

Our Licensed Local Guide will help you uncover the city's iconic landmarks and hidden gems like the Nuruosmaniye Mosque in a personalized, engaging experience.
Grand Bazaar
30m

The tour will end at the Grand Bazaar, a bustling marketplace that once served as the commercial heart of the empire, where merchants traded silk, spices, and gold under the watchful eye of the sultans. In addition to exploring its fascinating history, the guide will gladly give you tips on how to bargain like a local!
Blue Mosque
1h · Admission ticket included

Tour to step inside the Blue Mosque - one of the most important UNESCO sites in Istanbul! Visit this architectural marvel and admire its stunning interiors, featuring intricate Iznik tiles, grand domes, and beautiful calligraphy. Your Expert Guide will explain the significance of its design, the rituals performed inside, and its role in Istanbul’s cultural and religious life. It'll be an enlightening experience for everyone!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of Halı Müzesi - the Carpet Museum (opposite Topkapı Cafe, behind Hagia Sophia), Foundations Regional Directorate Carpet Museum Sultanahmet Mosque, Alemdar, 34122 Courtyard/İstanbul, Türkiye. Please do not enter the building.

End point

Meet your guide in front of Halı Müzesi - the Carpet Museum (opposite Topkapı Cafe, behind Hagia Sophia), Foundations Regional Directorate Carpet Museum Sultanahmet Mosque, Alemdar, 34122 Courtyard/İstanbul, Türkiye. Please do not enter the building.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
The itinerary depends on the selected option.
The Grand Bazaar can be visited Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 6 pm. The Nuruosmaniye Mosque is open daily from 9 am to 5pm.
Mosque visitors must follow the proper etiquette, including modest attire (headscarves for women are available on-site). Women are allowed only in the visitors’ area. Entry is restricted during prayers (5x day).
Book a morning tour to avoid long queues at Blue Mosque. There are security checks at the entrance.
The queues at Topkapi Palace are longer in the afternoon. Admission includes the main palace. You can purchase tickets to the Imperial Harem on the spot.
For a personalized experience, we keep our private groups small (1-25 guests per guide). Larger groups will be provided additional guides.
Have a special request or need accessibility support? Let us know in advance—we’re happy to help!

Cancellation policy

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