Explore the Highlights of Istanbul in 7 Hours
Highlights
Istanbul
religious, shopping, historical
Group Tour
7 Hours
Medium
English
Description
Join us on a short heritage tour and learn about the history of Istanbul by visiting its famous historical sites, like the ancient Hippodrome and the Basilica Cistern. Marvel at the beauty of Blue Mosque, named after the fine inclusion of blue tiles in its structure, and stroll through the streets of Grand Bazaar, where you can shop for local handicrafts and antique jewels.
Itinerary
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Explore the Highlights of Istanbul
- Meet the tour guide at Sultanahmet, and visit the following places:
- Hagia Sophia- a grand mosque built by the Roman Emperor Justinian I.
- Grand Bazaar- With 4000 shops inside, it is one of the biggest markets selling mostly handicrafts and handmade carpets, rugs, lamps etc. And it is the place where you can find unique artistic jewels.
- Topkapı Palace- One of the latest and largest palaces of the Ottoman Empire and the one built as the first palace of the Ottoman Empire itself in Istanbul.
- Ancient hippodrome- It is one of the oldest historical sites in Istanbul. It's an open area today where you can see an ancient obelisk from Egypt, a German fountain, and a serpent column.
- Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque)- A 17th-century mosque built in the name of one of the Ottoman Sultans. Originally named Sultanahmet Mosque but well known as Blue Mosque with its beautiful designed blue tiles.
- Basilica Cistern- This is one of the water storage in Istanbul, and it's the most famous one. After restoration, it is opened to visitors who want to see the famous Medusa head sculpture and teardrop/crying column. With its newly added features, it became a more authentic place after restoration.
- End the tour.
- Meet the tour guide at Sultanahmet, and visit the following places:
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.