Istanbul Old City Tour

Explore Istanbul’s Ottoman heritage with a private guide. Capture stunning photos, shop for souvenirs, and immerse in rich history and culture.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Istanbul - Before the tour;
    Free pick up services from hotels in Fatih, Beyoğlu and Şişli Districts.
  • Topkapi Palace - We start our tour with Topkapı Palace;
    Once served as the main residence and administrative Head Quarters of the powerful Sultans of the Ottoman Empire during 15th century.
    The Topkapi Palace acquired its current appearance in the 16th century after having gone through several renovations and modifications. It is now a complex that includes four main courtyards interconnected to galleries and passages, a Harem, and several small courtyards, pavilions, and gardens.
  • Hagia Sophia - Unquestionably one of the finest and biggest church constructed by the Eastern Roman Emperor Justinian A.D 532 and 537. After the fall of Constantinople in 1453, It served as a mosque until 1935 and it became a museum. In 2020, the site once again became a mosque and welcoming both local and foreign visitors.
  • Blue Mosque - Historical mosque in Istanbul, the mosque is known as the Blue mosque because of blue and white iznik tiles surrounding the walls of interior design.
  • Hippodrome - The ancient Hippodrome, a public venue for chariot races, athletic events and the centre of Byzantine civil life.
    Famous with 4 monuments, The German Fountain of Wilhelm II, Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column, Column of Constantine.
  • Sultanahmet - Stop at a local Turkish restaurant to savor an authentic lunch.
  • Kapali Carsi - With over 3000 stores and 61 streets, Istanbul Grand Bazaar it’s one of the world largest covered market and date goes back to 15th century. Unlike any other places, visit to this guaranteed to leave you exhilarated. Charming souvenirs and gifts can be selected from among Turkish crafts, leathers, the World re-owned carpets, brilliant hand painted ceramics, precious jewelleries and many more.
    (Closed on Sunday and Official Holidays)
  • Istanbul - After the tour;
    Free drop off services to hotels in Fatih, Beyoğlu and Şişli Districts.
What's Included
  • Entrance fees
  • Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Professional Licensed Tour Guide
What's Not Included
  • Personal Expenses
Additional Information

Step back in time with our Istanbul Ottoman Empire Tour, a private exploration of the rich heritage of the Ottoman Empire that resides in the city! Whether you’re fascinated by the deep history or you want some interesting and stunning places for some photographs.

This authentic experience includes your own knowledgeable tour guide, with everything taken care of - just focus on soaking in the Ottoman legacy on this once-in-a-lifetime Istanbul excursion!

Discover the city has very much to offer in the way of culture, arts and activities. Whether you’ve promised your extended family a load of souvenirs, catch some assistance and tips from your guide for the best places and spaces to shop until you drop!

Location
The Marmara Taksim
Osmanlı Sokak
We meet guests front of The Marmara Taksim Hotel.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Gulk894
Jun 17, 2024
Gk - Outstanding full day and very educational tour with our guide Ceren. Well organised and she did beautiful job explaining and showing us around. Thank you for the wonderful day!
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578hajare
Jun 17, 2024
Best company ever, highly recommend - We had wonderful day and great experience, covering all the important sites with full insight details on what we were exploring. Definitely they know their way around and explained things very well. Excellent English and definitely recommend.
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