Self-Guided Istanbul Old Town in Half Day

Highlights

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Itinerary

1. Orginally known as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, which is one of the most famous landmarks of Istanbul and a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture. With its impressive six minarets and stunning blue tilework, the mosque is a must-see for any visitor to the city.

   30 min

2. The Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world, where you can experience the vibrant energy and atmosphere of local life in Istanbul.

   2 h

3. Hagia Sophia, a former cathedral and mosque that has been a symbol of the city for over 1,500 years. With its iconic dome and intricate mosaics, the Hagia Sophia is a testament to the city's rich religious history.

   45 min

4. The Hippodrome was a social and political center of the city in the Roman Era.

   30 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

How it compares in Istanbul

• Its from-price is 24% below the median of the 3649 experiences we list in Istanbul.
• It is shorter than most of them.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Istanbul

Istanbul straddles Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus, with Byzantine and Ottoman monuments, busy bazaars and ferries crossing between continents.

The historic peninsula holds the greatest landmarks. Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Hippodrome face each other in Sultanahmet, the Basilica Cistern lies beneath the streets, and Topkapı Palace spreads across the hill above the Golden Horn. A short walk away, the Grand Bazaar and the Spice Bazaar have traded for centuries, and Süleymaniye Mosque, built by the great Ottoman architect Sinan, crowns one of the city's seven hills.

Top-ranked sights in Istanbul: Dolmabahce Palace (Dolmabahce Sarayi), Bosphorus, Bosphorus Bridge (Bogazici Koprusu).

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