Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
This morning, your guide will take you on a tour of the opulent Dolmabahce Palace on the banks of the Bosporus. Thereafter, walk to the Tunel in Karakoy and take the funicular which is the second oldest metro in the world after London, to visit Old Galata and Pera neighborhoods, which were inhabited since the Byzantine Empire. During the 19th century Ottoman Empire, the street was known as Grande Rue de Pera and the district became a center for foreigners, Levantines, Ottoman intellectuals, and western culture admirers.
What's included
Licensed guides throughout Istanbul tours
Local taxes and service charges
Personal expenses
Customary tips to guide
Entrance Fees
What to expect
Dolmabahce Palace
1h · Admission ticket not included
Dolmabahce Palace, built in the 19th century is one of the most glamorous palaces in the world. It was the administrative center of the late Ottoman Empire with the last Ottoman Sultans residing there.
Dolmabahçe Palace is closed to visitors on Mondays.
Galata Tower
45m · Admission ticket not included
You can find great views of Istanbul from other places in the city. Located in the Beyoglu district where you will admire both Bosphorus and Golden Horn. It is a Genoese watchtower that still offers the best panoramic view in Istanbul.
Taksim Square
1h
Taksim situated in Beyoğlu in the European part of Istanbul is a major tourist and leisure district famed for its restaurants, shops, and hotels. It is considered the heart of modern Istanbul
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Our guide will meet you before the pickup time and start the tour with you from the lobby of your hotel.
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
