Topkapı Palace and Blue Mosque Guided Walking Tour in Istanbul
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Guided Tour of Topkapi Palace Harem and Blue Mosque in Istanbul
Why we love it?
The Topkapi Palace with Harem and Blue Mosque Guided Tour offers a comprehensive exploration of Istanbul's rich history and architecture over 3 hours and 30 minutes. This small group experience is ideal for history enthusiasts and travelers seeking an in-depth understanding of Ottoman culture, as it includes visits to iconic sites like the Sultanahmet Mosque and the historic Sultanahmet Square. What sets this tour apart is the inclusion of the Harem section of Topkapi Palace, providing unique insights into the private lives of the sultans and their families, along with the expertise of a professional guide to enhance the experience.
Inclusions
- Small Group
- Professional Guide
- Topkapi Palace and Harem entry ticket (*if all-inclusive option selected)
Exclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratitudes
- Topkapi Palace
Itinerary
Meet at Meet your guide outside 'FOODIE-IST CAFE AND BRASSERIE,' just a 2-minute walk from the (T1) Sultanahmet tram stop. Your guide, easily identifiable by their tour guide badge, will be waiting for you at the cafe entrance.
Sultanahmet (Blue) Mosque
Sultan Ahmed Mosque, known as the Blue Mosque by many tourists has five main domes, six minarets, and eight secondary domes with traditional Ottoman architecture and is considered to be the last great mosque of the classical period.
Sultanahmet Square
This beautiful square and a great place to make a stop, relax and take photos of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque
Hagia Sophia Mosque *
The Church of Divine Wisdom, a fifteen hundred years old splendid monument, is a must see in Istanbul, built to be the world’s largest place of worship by Emperor Justinian in 532 AD
Soğukçeşme Street *
This is a small street with beautiful historic houses which are leaning against the wall of Topkapi Palace. Sogukcesme means, the cold fountain in English and street is named after the fountain situated at its end.
Topkapı Palace
Topkapı Palace was the seat of Ottoman Empire more than 380 years where 24 of 36 Sultans lived and ruled their land. The palace was transformed into a museum in 1924 and now one of Turkey’s richest museums with its permanent and temporary exhibition halls. Buildings and courtyards, including a treasury, apartments, bathhouses, harems, and an armoury, holy relics section, not to mention imperial halls, kitchens and royal chambers that make a visit into Topkapi’s inner walls one of the world’s great wonders. Treasures within include 13th-century Japanese porcelain, weaponry used by the Ottoman army, 86 carat 4th biggest diamond of its kind and world famous Topkapi Dagger any many more..
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* Seen from outside / Pass by
Meeting / Pickup
Meet your guide outside 'FOODIE-IST CAFE AND BRASSERIE,' just a 2-minute walk from the (T1) Sultanahmet tram stop. Your guide, easily identifiable by their tour guide badge, will be waiting for you at the cafe entrance.
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Modest clothing should be preferred when visiting the Blue Mosque. Shorts for men or women should be below the knee. Women cover their heads and exposed shoulders with a scarf or shawl, skirt should be below the knee. For those who do not have suitable clothes, stands are available at the entrance. Overalls and headscarves are provided for free of charge.
- If the All-Inclusive option is not selected, the entrance fee to Topkapı Palace (€55 per person) is not included in the tour price. You can pay the entrance fee to your guide in cash in EUR, or the equivalent amount in Turkish Lira (TL) or USD, or via an online payment link provided by your guide. Your guide will then arrange access so you can skip the regular ticket-purchase queue.
- Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the activity starts. Finding a taxi and traffic congestion can sometimes cause delays, so we kindly recommend allowing extra time for your journey. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. Finding a taxi and navigating Istanbul traffic can sometimes take longer than expected, so we kindly recommend allowing a little extra time for your journey. As this is a shared experience with other participants, the tour will begin promptly at the scheduled time. Thank you for your understanding. If the All-Inclusive option is not selected, the entrance fee to Topkapı Palace (€55 per person) is not included in the tour price. You can pay the entrance fee to your guide in cash in EUR, or the equivalent amount in Turkish Lira (TL) or USD, or via an online payment link provided by your guide. Your guide will then arrange access so you can skip the regular ticket-purchase queue.
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation nearby
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
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