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Istanbul Classics: Exploring Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapı Palace & Grand Bazaar
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6 Ratings
Istanbul
If you’re a first-time visitor in this magnificent metropolis, this guided tour is essential. Istanbul is a city imbued with a rich past, with Byzantine, Roman, and Ottoman influences.
If you’re a first-time visitor in this magnificent metropolis, this guided tour is essential. Istanbul is a city imbued with a rich past, with Byzantine, Roman, and Ottoman influences.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Hagia Sophia Mosque - The ancient Aya Sofya, often called Hagia Sophia in English and one of Istanbul’s most iconic and enduring monuments at nearly 15 centuries old, has been converted from a museum back into a mosque with a recent decree from Turkey’s president, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The building has been classified as a museum since 1934 after…
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Hagia Sophia Mosque - The ancient Aya Sofya, often called Hagia Sophia in English and one of Istanbul’s most iconic and enduring monuments at nearly 15 centuries old, has been converted from a museum back into a mosque with a recent decree from Turkey’s president, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The building has been classified as a museum since 1934 after a declaration from Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the first Turkish president and founder of the Republic of Turkey.
The structure, considered a jewel of Byzantine architecture, was originally built as a cathedral in 537 CE by Roman Emperor Justinian I. Aya Sofya also had an almost five-century stint as a mosque when the Ottomans conquered Istanbul, then called Constantinople, in 1453 and converted the building into a religious space for Muslims.
What's Included
- Hotel pick-up included.
- Entrance to Topkapı Palace covered (Harem requires extra charge).
- Hagia Irene Museum admission included.
- Hotel pick-up included.
- Entrance to Topkapı Palace covered (Harem requires extra charge).
- Hagia Irene Museum admission included.
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Drop off to hotel is extra charge (20 USD per transfer up to 4 people)
- Lunch
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Drop off to hotel is extra charge (20 USD per transfer up to 4 people)
- Lunch
Location
Hagia Sophia Mosque
Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya MeydanI No:1
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.2
(6 Ratings)
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Olga_m
Aug 24, 2024
Istanbul discovery for a first timer - Great way to discover the most iconic places of Istanbul for a first timer. Very well organised tour and knowledgeable guide to help you falling in love with Istanbul 👍
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Niklas_w
Apr 29, 2024
Accurate description, but have patience. - Like most Viator tours I have done in foreign countries, the driver was late to pick up (30 minutes), but once we finally started, everything went smoothly. Beza is a friendly guide and informative. Full day tour, and I saw what I wanted to see.
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John_f
Jun 19, 2023
Must see - Istanbul is one of my favorite cities and this tour really shows off it’s top attractions. This is a must see tour when visiting Istanbul.
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Timothy_b
Aug 13, 2024
Istanbul - The Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia were amazing!
Our guide was 1 1/2 hour late on picking us up! I lost 2 hours of sleep!
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Alexis_m
Sep 9, 2024
Not worth the value - Tour guide was late and creepy towards my female friend, made the time uncomfortable and the information provided went barely beyond placards near key areas. Would not book again or recommend would rather use the free audio tour materials provided at the pavilion.
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