Half Day Istanbul Old City Morning Tour
Why we love it?
The Half Day Istanbul Old City Morning Tour offers a concise yet immersive exploration of the historic heart of Istanbul. Spanning four hours, this guided experience is ideal for travelers seeking to uncover the rich cultural heritage of the city without committing to a full-day itinerary. Participants will benefit from convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off in air-conditioned mini buses, ensuring a comfortable journey. Led by an English-speaking tour guide, the tour includes visits to key historical sites, with entrance fees covered, allowing guests to delve into the fascinating stories behind landmarks that have shaped Istanbul's identity over centuries. This tour is particularly suited for those with limited time who still wish to experience the essence of Istanbul's vibrant Old City.
Inclusions
- Pick up and Drop off from the hotels (by air-conditioned mini buses)
- English speaking tour guide
- Entrance fees.
Exclusions
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Itinerary
Step 1
We pick up you from hotel apprx. 8:30 and fullday classic tour stars. You have chance to see all important sites in old city.
Visit Hippodrome and Obelisks : The Hippodrome (At Meydani) was an of course a horse-racing track, what's in the name. But during the Byzantine Empire, the hippodrome was not only used for chariot races. Court ceremonies, coronations, and parades also took place at the hippodrome, making it the sporting and social center of Byzantine life for over 1000 years. The reason why some refer to it as the Hippodrome of Constantinople.
Step 2
Visit the Blue Mosque : The Mosque is known as the Blue Mosque because of the blue tiles surrounding the wall's interior design. Mosque was built between 1609 and 1616 years, during the rule of Ahmed I. Just like many other mosques, it also comprises a tomb of the founder, a madrasa, and a hospice. Besides still being used as a mosque, the Sultan Ahmed Mosque has also become a popular attraction in Istanbul.
Step 3
Visit Hagia Sophia : Hagia Sophia, Turkish Ayasofya, also called Church of the Holy Wisdom or Church of the Divine Wisdom, cathedral built at Constantinople (now Istanbul, Turkey) in the 6th century CE (532–537) under the direction of the Byzantine emperor Justinian I. By general consensus, it is the most important Byzantine structure and one of the world’s great monuments.
Step 4
Grand Bazaar (Covered Bazaar) : As the Ottoman Empire grew larger, the Grand Bazaar also kept up with the development of the capital. The Bazaar that initially was comprised of two Bedestens now occupies an area of about 47 thousand square meters. Today there are around 400 shops in the Grand Bazaar. You will have a shopping opportunity for carpets, rugs, ceramics, hookah, etc.
and of our tour transfer back to your hotel
Please Note
- Stroller or pram accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Pick up is included from hotels located in the Old City and Taksim areas. Please ask for availability for hotels located in other zones.Turkey Traveler pickup is offered FREE Pick-up & Drop-off service available from all hotels in central Istanbul. FINDIKZADE TOPKAPI AKSARAY LALELİ BEYAZIT SULTANAHMET SİRKECİ ŞİŞHANE TAKSİM TALİMHANE MACKA NİŞANTAŞI ORTAKÖY BEŞİKTAŞ We will give you a pick-up time in the tour day. Please ask for pick-up possibility from other locations. There may be an extra charge for transportations from other locations.
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation nearby
- Infant seats available
- Passport required
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
