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Istanbul Ottoman Tour: Topkapi Palace and Blue Mosque

33 Reviews 4.30 out of 5 stars Based on 33 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Istanbul, Turkey

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4 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Spend the morning exploring Istanbul's Ottoman past at the enchanting Topkapi Palace and the Blue Mosque.

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Meeting point for pick up
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
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Meeting and Pickup

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Sultanahmet
Cankurtaran, Caferiye Sokak, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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

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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

Blue Mosque

Please note: On Fridays the Blue Mosque will be closed until 2.30pm for prayer, entry will not be permitted. One of the most famous monuments in both the Turkish and Islamic worlds, the Sultan Ahmet Mosque (also known as the Blue Mosque) is a superb creation in the classical Ottoman style. The mosque has six towering minarets and 260 windows illuminating its vast main chamber, which is decorated with more than 20,000 Iznik tiles.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hippodrome

The Hippodrome was once the heart of Constantinople’s political and sporting life, and the scene of games and riots through 500 years of Ottoman history. Today it is a city park called the At Meydanı (Horse Grounds) because of its function in Ottoman times. The Hippodrome includes the 3500-year-old Egyptian granite Obelisk, brought to Constantinople by Emperor Theodosius in 390 AD.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Topkapi Palace

The largest and oldest palace in the world, Topkapi was the crown jewel of the Ottoman Empire. With its treasury and exotic buildings overlooking the Golden Horn, your visit to Topkapi promises to be a truly fascinating experience. Note, the Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

German Fountain

It was built in Germany and moved by ships and its construction was completed in Istanbul.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Obelisk of Theodosius

The Obelisk of Theodosius was one of the monuments on the spina of the Hippodrome of Constantinople during the reign of Theodosius I in 390.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hagia Irene Museum

The Hagia Irene located in the outer courtyard of Topkapı Palace is the oldest church of the Eastern Roman Empire (Byzantine).
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Confirmation for this tour will be received at the time of booking
  • In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Istanbul Ottoman Tour: Topkapi Palace and Blue Mosque?

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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Average 4.30 out of 5 stars based on 33 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Meeting point for pick up
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Confirmation for this tour will be received at the time of booking
  • In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • 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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