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Small Group Istanbul In A Day & Skip The Line At Hagia Sophia & Topkapı Palace

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Overview

This full day tour will take you to some of the gems of Istanbul.

Travel back in time and discover the story of Roman Byzantium, Byzantine Constantinople and Ottoman Istanbul as you explore the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace with social distance and skip the lines to museums and mosques

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees of Topkapı Palace Museum
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees of Hagia Sophia Museum €25
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Sultan Ahmet
Küçük Ayasofya Caddesi, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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What To Expect

Hagia Sophia Mosque

Hagia Sophia, the Church of Divine Wisdom, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian. If the guests wanted to visit inside the Hagia Sophia Museum, need to buy the ticket which is Euro 25.- per person
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Topkapi Palace

Topkapı Palace, residence of Ottoman Sultans exhibiting imperial treasury, sacred Islamic relicsof Prophet Mohammed, kitchen, Chinese porcelain, weapons, calligraphy section etc. Live guide commentary is not allowed in special sections. (Harem is not included in the program)
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Blue Mosque

Blue Mosque, facing Hagia Sophia, famous with its blue İznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hippodrome

Hippodrome, center of sportive events (chariot races, athletics) and political activities of the old city. Serpentine Column, Obelisk of Theodosius and German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating the Hippodrome.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

Grand Covered Bazaar, most attractive shopping center and the biggest "souk" in the world with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewellery, gold, carpets, leatherware and souvenir. (Art demonstration of handmade Turkish carpets upon request)
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

German Fountain

The German Fountain is a gazebo styled fountain in the northern end of old hippodrome (Sultanahmet Square), Istanbul, Turkey and across from the Mausoleum of Sultan Ahmed I.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Obelisk of Theodosius

The Obelisk of Theodosius is the Ancient Egyptian obelisk of Pharaoh Thutmose III re-erected in the Hippodrome of Constantinople (known today as At Meydanı or Sultanahmet Meydanı, in the modern city of Istanbul, Turkey) by the Roman emperor Theodosius I in the 4th century AD.
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15 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
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Drinks are not included during the lunch
  • Please kindly be ready by the hotel reception 10 minutes before departure time
  • Guests who prefer not to spend time at courtesy transfers should be ready at our departure point 10 minutes before given departure time (09:00am)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small Group Istanbul In A Day & Skip The Line At Hagia Sophia & Topkapı Palace?

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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small Group Istanbul In A Day & Skip The Line At Hagia Sophia & Topkapı Palace?
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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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Lunch.
  • Entrance fees of Topkapı Palace Museum.
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines.
  • Fuel surcharge.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only).
  • Professional guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Drinks.
  • Gratuities.
  • Entrance fees of Hagia Sophia Museum €25.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Small Group Istanbul In A Day & Skip The Line At Hagia Sophia & Topkapı Palace is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Small Group Istanbul In A Day & Skip The Line At Hagia Sophia & Topkapı Palace will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees of Topkapı Palace Museum
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Professional guide
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees of Hagia Sophia Museum €25

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Tour price includes A/C transportation, guidance in multiple languages, entrance fees of Topkapı Palace, lunch and taxes
  • Drinks are not included during the lunch
  • Please kindly be ready by the hotel reception 10 minutes before departure time
  • Guests who prefer not to spend time at courtesy transfers should be ready at our departure point 10 minutes before given departure time (09:00am)
  • Non smoking on our tours but all tours make frequent stops
  • Local Experiences Istanbul is not responsible for loss or theft of personal belongings during the tour
  • Guests who do not want to wait at the long queues of Hagia Sophia Museum, they can buy the ticket from their guide
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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  • 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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