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ISTANBUL OLD CITY TOUR - From Hagia Sophia to the Grand Bazaar

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5 to 6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

Step into the heart of Istanbul’s Old City and explore its rich history, architectural wonders, and vibrant culture. This tour takes you through some of the city’s most famous landmarks, offering an immersive experience of Istanbul’s storied past and lively present.

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Skip-the-Line access to buy tickets
  • Guide meets you at central hotels or German Fountain
  • Lunch & beverages
  • Entrance fees to Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia
  • Drop off to hotels (tours ends in Grand Bazaar)
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point
Pickup details

Free pick up from all centerally located hotels in Taksim, Beyoglu, Sultanahmet, Fatih, Sisli, Levent, Besiktas or Ortakoy areas. (Only in front of the specified hotels on each locations)

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Meeting point

Binbirdirek
At Meydanı Caddesi, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

German Fountain

The meeting point will be the German Fountain if the hotel is not centrally located.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hagia Sophia Mosque

The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world. Explore the breathtaking Hagia Sophia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has served as a cathedral, mosque, and now a museum.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Blue Mosque

Visit the iconic Blue Mosque, renowned for its stunning interior adorned with blue Iznik tiles and elegant domes. One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarest.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Hippodrome

Begin at the historic Hippodrome, once the social and sporting center of Byzantine Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Topkapi Palace

The former imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled. Today a spectacular museum that has one of the largest collections of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family. ** (Closed on Tuesdays and replaces with Basilica Cistern.)
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

End your tour at the bustling Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world. In addition to its historical importance, it's a bazaar that will tempt even the nonshoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Topkapi Palace entrance fee is 2000 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
  • Hagia Sophia entarance fee is 25 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the ISTANBUL OLD CITY TOUR – From Hagia Sophia to the Grand Bazaar?

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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What's Included

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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Skip-the-Line access to buy tickets
  • Guide meets you at central hotels or German Fountain
  • Professional Licenced Tour Guide
  • Lunch & beverages
  • Entrance fees to Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia
  • Drop off to hotels (tours ends in Grand Bazaar)

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Topkapi Palace entrance fee is 2000 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
  • Hagia Sophia entarance fee is 25 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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Free Cancellation

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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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