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Discover Istanbul’s Old City on a small-group walking tour. Enjoy included entry to Hagia Sophia and explore Blue Mosque, gardens of Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar.
Take in everything by admiring the beauty of the buildings, the priceless history behind each monument, and the undeniable fact that this place was the heart of both Christian and Islamic civilizations at one point.
You will feel like you have been in a time travel machine where you have explored all the different periods that shaped Istanbul within the blink of an eye.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pick-up is offered for the guests staying outside the old city.
No drop off is offered, tour concludes at Spice Bazaar.
Meeting point is in front of German Fountain where Hippodrome Square starts. Tour guide will hold a sign with our Company Logo and Tour Name. (Small Group Tour: Best of Istanbul) Tour guide can only wait until 9:15am to start the group tour. You are kindly asked to be present at 9:00am on time.
The tour will end at Spice Market
Itinerary
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German Fountain (Pass by)
The German Fountain, located in Sultanahmet Square, was a gift from German Emperor Kaiser Wilhelm II in 1901 and is a neo-Byzantine style fountain commemorating his visit to Istanbul, symbolizing the friendship between the Ottoman and German Empires.
Admission ticket free -
1Sultanahmet Square
We will see the Ancient Hippodrome and 3 obelisks which are located along the central spine of the ancient Hippodrome in Sultanahmet, just steps away from the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Blue Mosque
It’s one of the most iconic landmarks in Istanbul and we will take a look at the mosque from inside to see a blend of Ottoman and Byzantine styles, with a massive central dome, elegant arches, and cascading semi-domes.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
TopkapI Palace (Pass by)
Topkapi Palace courtyard will be visited, where the guide will give brief information about the house —from official ceremonies to private imperial life—of the emperors. There will be no visit to the Topkapi Palace Museum.
Admission ticket free -
3Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
Hagia Sophia, originally built in 537 as a Byzantine cathedral, later converted into a mosque, then a museum, and now a mosque again, is an architectural masterpiece that reflects the rich layers of Istanbul’s religious and imperial history.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4Grand Bazaar
The Grand Bazaar (Kapalıçarşı), dating back to the 15th century, is one of the world’s largest and oldest covered markets, featuring over 4,000 shops offering everything from carpets and jewelry to antiques and ceramics.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)
The Spice Bazaar (Mısır Çarşısı), built in the 17th century, is one of Istanbul’s oldest covered markets, famous for its vibrant stalls selling spices, dried fruits, teas, and Turkish delights.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum participants to run this tour is 4 people.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum participants to run this tour is 4 people.
- Grand Bazaar will be closed on Sundays and will replace with Arasta Bazaar.
- Lunch break will be given around 12:30 pm for an hour.
- Pick-up is available from hotels located outside the Old City within a 10 km radius. Pick up is not available from the Asian Side.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- 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.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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