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Top Sites Of Istanbul: Half Day Small-Group tour

Get the perfect introduction to Istanbul’s most iconic places with a 5-hour, small-group tour of the old city with an experienced guide. Visit the top sites of Istanbul: Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome and the Grand Bazaar.
Duration 5 hours
Private tour available in English, Spanish
Private tour pricing from 65 EUR per person
Group tour available in English
Group tour pricing from 50 EUR per person
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Highlights

Small group ensures personal service

5-hour tour of Istanbul's old city

Get a great overview and orientation of the city Visit historic and religious sites

Shop the Grand Bazaar with an insider

All entrance fees included

Description

The best choice for any first-timer, Top sites of Old Istanbul, is a Half-day, small group tour. Discover what has made Istanbul such a majestic and historically significant city by hitting all of the hotspots and then some!

Top Sites of Old Istanbul covers:

Hippodrome: The former center of sportive and political activities of Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II.

Blue Mosque: One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th-century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul.

Basilica Cistern: The Basilica Cistern is one of Istanbul's most surprising tourist attractions. This huge, palace-like underground hall, supported by 336 columns in 12 rows, once stored the Imperial water supply for the Byzantine emperors.

St. Sophia: The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world.

Grand Bazaar: In addition to its historical importance, it's a bazaar that will tempt even the non-shoppers with its rich collection. (on Sundays, the Grand Bazaar is replaced with the Spice Bazaar)

NB! When booking a private tour your latest starting time can be 1 pm.

What’s included & not included

Entrance Fees

Professional Guiding

Food and drinks

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point

Pudding Shop Lale Restaurant

Reviews from travelers (4)

5.00/5
Absolutely fantastic
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Fantastic
It was a great experience. We had a very competent guide, very knowledgeable and attentive to our questions and needs. This is an ideal option if you are travelling with family (3-5 people), keeps it very personal and entertaining. Definitely would recommend it to a friend!
Great tour
Our guide was knowledgeable, accommodating and friendly. We enjoyed getting a taste of the rich history and not spending the entire day doing it. We’re well traveled and enjoy seeing the highlights of any spot we visit but we’re not interested in dragging things out unnecessarily. Our guide picked up on that and got us to the best spots with maximum efficiency. He even accommodated our schedule change graciously due to a mix up on our part. Would absolutely recommend!
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