Introduction of Istanbul Old City Tour
Istanbul Old City Tour is a famous daily tour can be realised in Istanbul. Also it is known as Istanbul Historical Highlights Tour.
Professional Licensed Tourist Guide
In English, German, French, Italian or Spanish
Pick-up & Drop-off
Entrances
Lunch
Justice Tower and Imperial Council at Topkapi Palace. The can be seen during Istanbul Old City Tour. The photo taken at the second courtyard of Topkapi Palace.
Istanbul Old City Tour
Category: Istanbul Daily Tour
Istanbul Old City Tour or Istanbul Historical Highlights Tour includes Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia Museum, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Lunch and Grand Bazaar.
Brief Itinerary of Istanbul Old City Tour
- Hippodrome of Constantinople (Sultan Ahmet Square)
- Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmet Mosque)
- Hagia Sophia*
- Sultan’s Tombs
- Lunch
- Topkapi Palace**
- Grand Bazaar***
Avaible days to realise the tour
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
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Χ* | Χ** | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔*** |
*Mondays Hagia Sophia is closed. **Tuesdays Topkapi Palace is closed. If you prefer to realise the tour on Monday or Tuesday, you have the possiblity to replace Hagia Sophia or Topkapi Palace by visiting with Basilica Cistern.
***Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and during National – Religious days.
Included in the Price
- Tour that is indicated in the itinerary
- The entrances to Museums
- Professional Tourist Guide
- Lunch
- Pick-up service from the hotel
- Drop off service to hotel
Not included
- Extra visits
- Optional tours
- Meals that are not in the itinerary
- Drinks at lunch
Istanbul Old City Tour Detailed Tour Program
After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel by your tour guide for a historic visit to the Istanbul Old City Tour. Our program will take you to its magnificent sights. Starting at Sultanahmet Square following by the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome of Constantinople, Hagia Sophia Museum, Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar.
Blue Mosque:Also called Sultanahmet Mosque is a monument of the Ottoman Empire which was built between 1609-1616. By being the first mosque built with 6 minarets makes it very unique. Besides, about 21 thousand blue tiles are decorating its high ceilings and inner walls, with various flower designs, especially tulips, the symbol of the Ottoman Empire. It’s indeed a beautiful example to discover Classical Ottoman Mosque Architecture.
Hippodrome of Constantinople:The excursion continues with a visit to the Hippodrome of Constantinople. This large racecourse was built by the Roman Empire to perform chariot races. The area was used for hundreds of years to entertain the people and emperors during the Roman period. Although today the Hippodrome maybe not full exist still have remaining monuments that have witnessed its history, like the Egyptian Obelisk, the Serpentine Column, the Constantine Column, and the German Fountain among others.
Sultan Tombs are part of the Hagia Sophia complex, are not as well-known, yet they possess some of the best of Ottoman tile work and calligraphy. In a structure that’s part of the Aya Sofya complex, 16th and 17th-century Ottoman sultans rest in their tombs.
Hagia Sophia:Ayasofya is one of the most important Byzantine structures ever built and will be seen during Istanbul Old City Tour. It holds historical significance as a culminating feature of the Christian era Roman Empire and stands as a monument to artistic and architectural achievement. Meaning “Holy Wisdom”, it was built in just 5 years between 532 – 537 AD with the order of Emperor Justinian. The monument served as a church for 916 years, as a mosque for 482 years and it has been serving as a museum since 1935. This masterpiece was recognized as the largest cathedral in the world until the 16th century. Wonderful place to see Byzantine and Ottoman art.
Lunch: Istanbul Old City Tour includes lunch at a typical restaurant near Sultanahmet Square.
Due to its intense history is one of the most important places in this program. The palace was built by Fatih Sultan Mehmet between 1465-1478 when Istanbul was taken over by the Turks. It became the residence of 24 Ottoman Sultans, including the most known and powerful sultans such as Suleiman the Magnificent and Sultan Ahmet. The meaning of is “Cannonball Gate” and Topkapi Palace will take you back to the years that the sultans lived and will give you an unforgettable experience. Get ready to see some of the most valuable Ottoman treasures, weapon collections, parliament rooms, clocks and ceramic collections of the palace through the beautiful courtyards. Sacred Relics will be visited also.
Grand Bazaar: Finally, we are reaching The Grand Bazaar and you will enjoy free time to discover its long halls and do some shopping. The Grand Bazaar has been open since 1461 and is one of the oldest commercial complexes in the world. In this bazaar, you will have the opportunity to buy all kinds of products, and souvenirs suitable for all tastes.
After a long and exciting day, Istanbul Old City Tour will be finished and you will be transported back to your hotel.
Prices of Istanbul Old City Tour
For children from 5 to 8 years old will be charged an additional fee (€10). No additional fee for babies from 0 to 4.
Possible also to pay 30% the payment and after arrival complete the payment. Please send us a message via contact form for more information!
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Additional Information about Istanbul Old City Tour
Upon you send a message via contact form or you book the tour, we will contact you within 24 hours to e-meet you and to get more details such as your personal petitions, hotel location etc..
Some sections of places on itinerary may be under restoration.