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Full Day Istanbul Old City Tour With Expert Local Guide

New To The Site! Istanbul, Turkey

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8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

Explore the city’s long history, unfold different periods of time, and be impressed by what Istanbul has to offer in terms of sites and monuments. This full-day excursion provides a complete overview of Istanbul’s Ottoman and Byzantine history and promises an unforgettable journey back in time.

Our tour is perfect if you are passionate about history and sightseeing. Guided by a professional, the excursion ensures lots of interesting information, great views, imposing sites, and wonderful memories from Istanbul. Spend a day full of interesting visits, and enjoy quality time with your friends or family.

Visit the top attractions like Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, and the UNESCO-listed museum Hagia Sophia.

Improve your bargaining skills in the lively atmosphere of one of the world’s largest covered markets, the Grand Bazaar.

Enjoy engaging stories about sultans and their harems and other sides of Istanbul from your multi-linguistic, friendly local guide.

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off
  • Professional Licensed Tour Guide
  • Entrance Fees
  • Drinks
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Meeting and Pickup

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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

What To Expect

Hagia Sophia Mosque

Stop At: Hagia Sophia Mosque, Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya MeydanI No:1, Istanbul 34122 TurkiyeThe 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
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Blue Mosque

Stop At: Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet Mah At Meydani Cad No 7, Istanbul 34122 TurkiyeThen, 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
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Hippodrome

Stop At: Hippodrome, Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet ParkI No:2, Istanbul TurkiyeThe 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
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

Stop At: Grand Bazaar, Grand Bazaar, IstanbulAfter 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
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Topkapi Palace

Stop At: Topkapi Palace, Cankurtaran Mahallesi Gulhane Park, Near Sultanahmet Square, Istanbul 34122 TurkiyeThe 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
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Caferaga Medresesi

Stop At: Caferaga Medresesi, Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5, Istanbul TurkiyeCaferağa 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
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mausoleum of Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent

Sultan Tombs
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Galata Tower

Galata Tower
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Halic

Golden Horn
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

KIz Kalesi (Pass By)

Maiden's Tower
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Full Day Istanbul Old City Tour With Expert Local Guide?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Lunch
  • Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off
  • Professional Licensed Tour Guide
  • Entrance Fees
  • Drinks

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).

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