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Discover Edirne on a private day trip from Istanbul and explore one of Turkey’s most historically significant Ottoman cities with your own professional guide. Travel comfortably from your hotel and visit the city’s essential landmarks, including the UNESCO-listed Selimiye Mosque, historic Ottoman mosques and bazaars, Edirne Grand Synagogue, Bulgarian Church of Sweti George, Meric Bridge, and more.
What makes this tour special is the depth and variety of the experience. In a single day, you’ll discover Edirne’s Ottoman architecture, multicultural heritage, religious landmarks, local history, and lesser-known sites that many visitors to Turkey never get the chance to see.
With a private guide, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a flexible itinerary, this Edirne day tour offers a comfortable and personalized alternative to standard group excursions from Istanbul—ideal for travelers who want to go beyond Istanbul and experience the former Ottoman capital in greater depth.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your private guide and the driver will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel.
Itinerary
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1Bulgarian church of Sweti George
One of Edirne’s historic Orthodox churches, reflecting the city's multicultural past with its elegant architecture and long-standing connection to the Bulgarian Orthodox community.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Selimiye Mosque
Selimiye Mosque is the masterpiece of the Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan, renowned for its magnificent dome, elegant minarets, and status as one of Türkiye’s finest examples of classical Ottoman architecture.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Uc Serefeli Camii
Üç Şerefeli Mosque is a landmark of early Ottoman architecture, famous for its four distinctive minarets and the first mosque in the empire to feature a large central dome.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Ali Pasha Bazaar, also known as the Grand Bazaar of Edirne, is a historic covered market designed by Mimar Sinan, where visitors can browse traditional shops offering local crafts, sweets, and regional products.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
A striking example of Ottoman architecture, built in 1561 by Mimar Sinan.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6Edirne Buyuk Sinagogu
The largest synagogue in the Balkans, originally built in 1907 and meticulously restored. It stands as a powerful symbol of Edirne’s once-thriving Jewish community and multicultural past.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
7Meric River Bridge
An elegant 19th-century Ottoman stone bridge spanning the Meric River, offering scenic views and standing as one of Edirne’s most iconic historic landmarks.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Old Train Station, a nostalgic architectural gem that once connected Edirne with Europe and Anatolia.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
Lausanne Monument and Square commemorates the signing of the Treaty of Lausanne and symbolizes Turkiye’s independence, featuring a striking monument surrounded by one of Edirne’s most important public squares.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Beyazid II Kulliyesi Health Museum
A remarkable 15th-century complex that once served as a hospital, medical school, and charitable center.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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