Full Day Istanbul Old City Tour With Expert Local Guide

1. Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
   1h
   Stop At: Hagia Sophia Mosque, Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya MeydanI No:1, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye
   
   The walking tour continues with a visit to Hagia Sophia. This emblematic monument will impress you due to its size. It was constructed during the 4th century by the Constantine the Great and reconstructed again during the 6th century. Nowadays, it forms one of the most visited monuments in Turkey.
   
   Duration: 1 hour
2. Blue Mosque
   1h
   Stop At: Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet Mah At Meydani Cad No 7, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye
   
   Then, you will walk towards Blue Mosque, which is listed among the most visited and most important mosques of the country. This active worship place is a true miracle of interior design. Inside, you may observe the blue tiles on the walls. The tour guide will explain everything you need to know about the history and the importance of this place.
   
   Duration: 1 hour
3. Hippodrome
   45m
   Stop At: Hippodrome, Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet ParkI No:2, Istanbul Turkiye
   
   The first stop of this walking tour will take place at the Hippodrome. This used to be the place where sporting events were taking place during the Byzantine period. The broader area features 4 monuments. During your time there you may observe and admire the Egyptian Obelisk, the Column of Constantine, the Serpentine Column and the German Fountain of Wilhelm II.
   
   Duration: 45 minutes
4. Grand Bazaar
   1h
   Stop At: Grand Bazaar, Grand Bazaar, Istanbul
   
   After visiting these great monuments, you will continue walking towards the infamous Grand Bazaar. This will be the perfect opportunity to exercise your bargaining skills and to experience the real vibes of the city. With 4000 shops, located in narrow labyrinth-like paths, Grand Bazaar impresses visitors since the very first moments. There, you can find clothes, handcrafts of all kinds, street food and many other interesting souvenirs.
   
   Duration: 1 hour
5. TopkapI Palace
   1h
   Stop At: Topkapi Palace, Cankurtaran Mahallesi Gulhane Park, Near Sultanahmet Square, Istanbul 34122 Turkiye
   
   The last stop of this tour will take place in one of the most important monument in Turkey. Topkali Palace used to be the residence of the Ottoman Sultans for 5 centuries. Today, visitors can visit the palace and walk around its various rooms. Moreover, the place hosts an impressive collection of Ottoman items such as jewelleries, precious stones and costumes.
   
   Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
6. Caferaga Medresesi
   45m
   Stop At: Caferaga Medresesi, Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5, Istanbul Turkiye
   
   Caferağa Madrasa was built by Mimar Sinan (Koca Sinan) in 1559 by Cafer Ağa, one of the Babüssaade aghas during the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent (1520-1566). This building was restored in 1989 by the Turkish Culture Service Foundation.
   
   Today; It serves as an art center where Traditional Turkish Arts are taught, produced and exhibited and hosting local and foreign guests with its 15 different art workshops, large hall and peaceful courtyard.
   
   Duration: 45 minutes
7. Mausoleum of Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent
   1h
   Sultan Tombs
8. Galata Tower
   45m
   Galata Tower
9. Halic
   45m
   Golden Horn
10. Maiden’s Castle
    Pass by
    Maiden's Tower

Pickup details

Departure details
Traveler pickup is offered.
Most of the hotels in Istanbul Region has got high privacy rules. Please meet us at the main entrance gate of your hotel not the reception please.
Tapu ve Kadastro İstanbul Bölge Müdürlüğü, Finanskent, Finans Cd No:5, 34760 Ümraniye/İstanbul, Türkiye
This is the specific point where the tour starts. One of our crew member will come you and lead to the group. We will give you more information upon your after your booking.
Hotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.
Return details
Returns to original departure point

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels