Istanbul Old Town Tour: Classics, Highlights & Hidden Gems
Istanbul Old Town Tour: Classics, Highlights & Hidden Gems
Istanbul is very chaotic and going through a well-thought city route that covers a lot of good spots both hidden and must-see ones is a great opportunity to make. It would save a great time for the visitor and also localize the experience. You can learn a lot about the current news, trends, culture which might be broader and more open-minded that what you could find available on a blog post or a old time youtube vlog.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Hagia Sophia Mosque
We will learn about Hagia Sophia, which was an imperial worship place both for Islam and Christianity. No admission fee.
1 hourBasilica Cistern
We will visit the biggest water reservoir of Roman Empire: Basilica Cistern. I will provide fast track entrance for you. Entrance fee is 300 lira for foreign tourists. This price is not included to the service.
45 minutesHippodrome
At Hippodrome Area we will learn about the culture and entertainment hub of Roman and Ottoman Empire and also learn the background story of the interesting monuments such as Serpent Column and Obelisk of Theodosius.
30 minutesBlue Mosque
This 17th-century mosque is worth to pay visit to get familiar with religion of Islam. It a complex of tomb, school and market place 'Arasta Bazaar' with small street full of little shops. There is a great variety of goods to buy great souvenirs. No admission fee for the mosque. It is suitable to carry a scarf to cover the head during the visit.
45 minutesTamara Restaurant
We will have our lunch here. Lunch expenses are on you.
45 minutesKutlugün Sokak
Hidden Gem > We are discovering underground Istanbul, here we will see the remains of the Great Roman Palace under a cafe.
10 minutesTopkapi Palace
Topkapı Palace + Harem Section Fee > 650 Lira
2 hoursMisir Carsisi (Spice Market)
Spice Bazaar is another extention of the Grand Bazaar, which is also very impressive to visit.
10 minutesGrand Bazaar
This is the most colorful stop on the route. A lot. of shopping, tasting, and photo-shooting awaits you here with the history of trade in Istanbul. If you are fond of old books, pictures, images, or calligraphy here you can find amazing stuff to buy. This is a historical market of books.
1 hourIncluded
- Tour Guidance Service
- All Fees and Taxes
Not Included
- Museum Fees
- Lunch
- Tips
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.