The Must See Old City Tour in Istanbul

5.0 (18 reviews) Istanbul, Turkey
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Duration4h - 6h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience Istanbul’s Old City through a refined and fully private journey crafted for travelers who appreciate depth, elegance, and expert insight.

Stroll through the storied streets of Sultanahmet as your guide unveils the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome, and other timeless landmarks with rich, immersive storytelling.

This curated experience adapts seamlessly to your interests—whether architecture, culture, culinary heritage, or photography—ensuring every moment feels personal and meaningful.

Along the way, you’ll discover hidden courtyards, artisan details, and quiet corners that most visitors never encounter, gaining a deeper, more elevated understanding of Istanbul’s imperial past and vibrant present.

What's included

  • Guide Fees
  • Lunch
  • Tickets

What to expect

  1. German Fountain
    15m
    This is the German Fountain at the start of the Hipodrome (Sultanahmet) Square
  2. Obelisk of Theodosius
    15m
    The two obelisks at the heart and end of the square date back to Ancient Egypt, and Eastern Roman Empire. These are the witnesses to the history of this city.
  3. Serpent Column
    15m
    The Column of Delphi, this column was a sacrificial altar for the God Apollo. Now the myths it contain live with us.
  4. Blue Mosque
    20m
    Also known as the Sultanahmed Mosque, this mosque is known for its magnificient tiles and art. Being one of the Sultan Mosque's of İstanbul it is a must see.
  5. Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    The crown jewel of Istanbul, most unique place you can see in all Turkey is the Hagia Sophia. This beatiful structre is culturally significant to all the cultures who shared this city. A symbol of cultural acceptance and understanding, this is something you have to see when you come to this city. (The line to enter to Hagia sophia usually takes around an hour, because of this Hagia sophia may be our last stop as the lines get shorter during evening)
  6. TopkapI Palace
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    This is the heart of the Ottoman Empire, this is where the Ottoman family lived at, this is where the court politics and intrigue lies at. See the old treasury housing on of the biggest diamonds of the world, and the biggest emerald in the world. The holy relics room where you can see the belongings of the prophets. And the Harem, where everything happened.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This is the Starbucks near the Sultanahmet Tram station it is really easy to find and we can get a refreshing coffee at the start of the tour!

End point

This is the Starbucks near the Sultanahmet Tram station it is really easy to find and we can get a refreshing coffee at the start of the tour!

Pickup details

We will come to you at the meeting time and we will travel to the tour area together either using mass transportation or taxi.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please be aware that 2 hours are extra time in case there are lengthy lines or extended travel times.

Cancellation policy

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

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