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Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya): Visit this 6th-century architectural masterpiece, originally built as a basilica by Emperor Justinian, which served as a church, museum, and now an active mosque.
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Description
The Old City Morning (Half-Day) Tour in Istanbul. This guided walking tour is designed to provide a comprehensive, time-efficient experience of Istanbul's most iconic Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks in the heart of Sultanahmet.
Note:
There is no tour on Tuesdays.
Grand Bazaar is closed on Sunday.
We provide transfer services from these areas: Beyoğlu, Fatih, Zeytinburnu, Şişli, and Beşiktaş. Requests from other areas are subject to an extra charge.
Highlights
Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya): Visit this 6th-century architectural masterpiece, originally built as a basilica by Emperor Justinian, which served as a church, museum, and now an active mosque.
Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque): Famous for its breathtaking interior adorned with over 20,000 blue İznik tiles and its distinctive six minarets.
Hippodrome of Constantinople: Explore the historic arena where Byzantine chariot races and political events took place, featuring the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpentine Column, and the German Fountain of Wilhelm II.
Grand Bazaar (Kapalıçarşı): Immerse yourself in one of the world's largest and oldest covered markets, containing over 4,000 shops selling carpets, jewelry, ceramics, and leather.
Itinerary
Hotel pick-up time
25 May 2025, 04:45 AM
We’ll pick you up from your hotel between 08:00-08:30
You’ll visit:
25 May 2025, 04:45 AM
Hagia Sophia ( Entrance is extra )
You’ll visit:
25 May 2025, 04:45 AM
Blue Mosque
You’ll visit:
25 May 2025, 04:45 AM
Hippodrome
You’ll visit:
25 May 2025, 04:45 AM
Grand Covered Bazar
Finish Time
25 May 2025, 04:45 AM
The tour finishes at 12:00-12:30 (at the Cover bazaar ), No drop off to the hotel.
Includes & Excludes
Pick-up Transfer
Tour Guiding
Entry fees
No drop off to the hotel
Personal Expenses
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Frequently Asked Questions
The tour lasts approximately 4 hours, usually starting around 08:30–09:00 and finishing around 13:00.
The main highlights include: Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque: The former cathedral, later a museum, and now a mosque. Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque): Known for its magnificent interior tiles. Hippodrome: The ancient chariot racing track. Grand Bazaar (Closed on Sundays): One of the largest covered markets in the world. German Fountain: Located at the Hippodrome.
Yes, tour include pick-up from centrally located hotels in areas like Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Fatih, Şişli, Beyoğlu and Taksim.
Because Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque are active mosques, they might have restricted access on Fridays due to midday prayer. Sometimes the itinerary is adjusted.
No, the Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays. In many tours, it is replaced with a visit to the Arasta Bazaar.
As you will be visiting active mosques, you should dress modestly. Shoulders and knees must be covered. Women should carry a scarf to cover their hair.
Yes, tours include a professional, licensed guide who speaks English or Spanish.