Istanbul Old City Tour with Lunch
Price:
$175.00
Duration
8 Hours
People:
16
Language
English
Tour Overview
Istanbul Old City Tour with Lunch is a full-day guided tour in the heart of the historical peninsula. It covers Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, Topkapi Palace, and Hagia Irene. Entrance fees are included.
First, meet your guide and begin your journey in Sultanahmet. Here, you will discover the most important landmarks of the Byzantine and Ottoman periods.
Next, explore Hagia Sophia and admire its massive dome and rich history. Then, visit the Blue Mosque and see its famous blue Iznik tiles.
After that, walk through the ancient Hippodrome. You will see the Egyptian Obelisk, the Serpentine Column, and the German Fountain.
Later, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Following lunch, continue to the Grand Bazaar and experience one of the largest covered markets in the world.
Finally, visit Topkapi Palace and Hagia Irene. This is where Ottoman sultans lived for centuries.
If you want to explore the historical areas of Istanbul in one organized day, Istanbul Old City Tour with Lunch is the perfect choice.
What Included
Not included
Tour Amenities
Tour Plan
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Hagia Sophia
Visit the magnificent Hagia Sophia, one of the most important monuments in the world. Built in the 6th century, it served as a church, later a mosque, then a museum, and today functions again as a mosque. Admire its massive dome, Byzantine mosaics, and impressive architectural design. -
Blue Mosque
Continue to the beautiful Sultan Ahmed Mosque, famously known as the Blue Mosque. It is admired for its six minarets and stunning blue Iznik tiles. -
Hippodrome & Obelisks
Walk through the ancient Hippodrome, once the social and sporting center of Constantinople. Here you will see:- Egyptian Obelisk of Theodosius
- Serpentine Column
- German Fountain of Wilhelm II
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Grand Bazaar & Lunch
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before visiting the famous Grand Bazaar. With over 4,000 shops, it is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and will be replaced with Arasta Bazaar. -
Topkapi Palace & Hagia Irene
Visit the legendary Topkapı Palace, the former residence of Ottoman Sultans for nearly 400 years. Explore the Imperial Treasury, sacred relics, palace kitchens, and impressive collections. Step inside Hagia Irene, one of the oldest Byzantine churches in Istanbul. Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays. The tour does not operate on Tuesdays.