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Istanbul Old Town Tour: Classics, Highlights & Hidden Gems

49 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 49 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Istanbul, Turkey
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7 to 8 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Istanbul is very chaotic and going through a well-thought city route that covers a lot of good spots both hidden and must-see ones is a great opportunity to make. It would save a great time for the visitor and also localize the experience. You can learn a lot about the current news, trends, culture which might be broader and more open-minded that what you could find available on a blog post or a old time youtube vlog.

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Tour Guidance Service
  • Lunch
  • Museum Fees
  • Tips
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Alemdar
Alemdar Caddesi, Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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End point

Beyazıt
34126 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

After seeing the Grand Bazaar lastly, our tour will end nearby a tram station.

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Topkapi Palace Museum

This visit to the 15th-century palace is very telling to understand the life and culture during Ottoman Empire that took Istanbul from Romans in 1453 and ruled until the foundation of Republic of Turkey in 1923.Topkapı Palace Fee > 1500 Lira
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

We will learn about Hagia Sophia, which was an imperial worship place both for Islam and Christianity. No admission fee.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Hippodrome

At Hippodrome Area we will learn about the culture and entertainment hub of Roman and Ottoman Empire and also learn the background story of the interesting monuments such as Serpent Column and Obelisk of Theodosius.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Blue Mosque

This 17th-century mosque is worth to pay visit to get familiar with religion of Islam. It a complex of tomb, school and market place 'Arasta Bazaar' with small street full of little shops. There is a great variety of goods to buy great souvenirs. No admission fee for the mosque. It is suitable to carry a scarf to cover the head during the visit.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Basilica Cistern

We are discovering underground Istanbul, here we will see the remains of the biggest Roman cistern in Istanbul
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

After a walk with highlights of the market and assistance for the specific product you intend to buy, we complete the trip in a special venue where we have a turkish coffee or a tea and a traditional dessert in a great ambiance.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Istanbul Old Town Tour: Classics, Highlights & Hidden Gems?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Tour Guidance Service
  • Lunch
  • Museum Fees
  • Tips

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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