Discover Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks with rich historical context and engaging storytelling. Your journey begins at Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine and Ottoman architecture that has stood for over 1,500 years and reflects the city’s unique cultural heritage. Continue to the Blue Mosque, celebrated for its stunning blue Iznik tiles and magnificent domes, representing one of the finest examples of classical Ottoman design.
Walk through the Hippodrome, once the center of public life during the Byzantine era, where grand ceremonies and sporting events shaped the city’s social and political landscape. Conclude your experience at the Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest and large...
Highlights
From 4 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
transportation provided if needed (with taxi or public transportation)
Pick-up and drop-off
Professional Licensed Tour Guide
Food&Drinks
Entrance fees
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
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A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
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This is a walking tour.
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Dolmabahce is closed on Mondays
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks with rich historical context and engaging storytelling. Your journey begins at Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine and Ottoman architecture that has stood for over 1,500 years and reflects the city’s unique cultural heritage. Continue to the Blue Mosque, celebrated for its stunning blue Iznik tiles and magnificent domes, representing one of the finest examples of classical Ottoman design.
Walk through the Hippodrome, once the center of public life during the Byzantine era, where grand ceremonies and sporting events shaped the city’s social and political landscape. Conclude your experience at the Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest and large...
Highlights
From 4 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
transportation provided if needed (with taxi or public transportation)
Pick-up and drop-off
Professional Licensed Tour Guide
Food&Drinks
Entrance fees
Itinerary
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Topkapi Palace
Visit the most important palace of the Ottoman Empire
This 15th-century royal residence served as the political, administrative, and ceremonial heart of the Ottoman Empire for nearly 400 years.
1 hour
2
Basilica Cistern
Built in the 6th century, this vast underground reservoir once supplied water to Istanbul’s imperial palaces and still fascinates visitors with its atmospheric columns and Medusa heads.
40 minutes
3
Blue Mosque
Completed in 1616, the mosque is renowned for its striking blue Iznik tiles and stands as one of the greatest architectural achievements of the Ottoman era.
30 minutes
4
Hagia Sophia Mosque
Originally built in 537, Hagia Sophia has served as a cathedral, mosque, and museum, reflecting Istanbul’s layered history and unmatched architectural legacy.
30 minutes
5
Grand Bazaar
Established in the 15th century, the Grand Bazaar is one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets, famous for its centuries-old trade tradition and vibrant atmosphere.
