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Istanbul Basilica Cistern Hagia Sophia Blue Mosque Old City

4.2 (20 Reviews)

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Explore the highlights of Istanbul on this guided walking tour. Visit Basilica Cistern, Blue Mosque, Old City, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar and Stop in front of Hagia Sophia and admire its architecture.

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Duration 3.0 hour

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Details on this Activity

Itinerary

Find your guide at the meeting point or enjoy the convenience of being picked up from centrally-located hotels in Istanbul. Sit back and relax in an airconditioned coach with plenty of space on your way to the departure point. Visit the Blue Mosque to admire its 20,000 blue Iznik ceramic tiles and its 6 towering minarets. Find out how it was built for Sultan Ahmet I and how it was the last great mosque of the Classical period. Make your way to the sporting and social center of ancient Constantinople at the Hippodrome. View the German Fountain of Wilhelm II, the Bronze Serpentine Column, the Obelisk of Theodosius, and the Column of Constantine. Stop in front of Hagia Sophia. Learn about this 6th century building that was constructed by the emperor Justinian as a Greek Orthodox Church. Hear about how the Hagia Sophia has transformed over time and how it was the largest church in the world for 1000 years. Continue to the Basilica Cistern, avoid the hassle of waiting in lengthy ticket lines and uncover the wonders of the Basilica Cistern beneath the enchanting streets of Istanbul. Immerse yourself in the ancient beauty of this subterranean marvel as you stroll through its intriguing chambers, marveling at the impressive architecture and encountering the legendary Medusa heads from Greek mythology. Indulge in a shopping for memorable gifts at the store we'll visit prior to reaching the Grand Bazaar. You will complate your tour in front of Grand Bazaar by listening the story of the oldest and biggest covered market in the world from your guide. Than, you can explore the Grand Bazaar on your own.

Highlights

Immerse yourself in the bustle of the Grand Bazaar as you walk among the stalls
See the Hagia Sophia and learn about its history and significance to Istanbul
Marvel at the Blue Mosque's handmade blue Iznik tiles and six minarets
Walk around the Hippodrome, once a center of culture, sport, and politics
Explore Basilica Cistern with Guide & Priority admission & Skip the line ticket

Know before you go

• Since Januar 2024, the Hagia Sophia Mosque main Saloon is closed for the visit of tourists. Following the tour, you can visit mosque for an additional fee of 25 Euros. • You will be granted the privilege to bypass the ticket line after paying your entrance fee to your guide in Turkish Lira and cash • Please dress appropriately when entering sacred sites. • Participants are advised to wear long pants, a long-sleeved shirt. • Please bring a scarf to cover head. • The Grand Bazaar is closed on religious holidays and Sundays. • The tour ends at the Grand Bazaar

Includes


Hotel pickup (If option selected) English-speaking tour guide Blue Mosque Guided visit Basilica Cistern Guided visit Hippodrome Guided visit

Reviews from other travelers

GetYourGuide traveler - Spain

5 /5

(Written on 2024-08-27)

We missed a little bit some courtesy behaviour such as introducing himself and so. Nevertheless he was very attentive and skilled.

GetYourGuide traveler - Germany

4 /5

(Written on 2023-05-23)

Very informative.

GetYourGuide traveler - Germany

5 /5

(Written on 2023-03-02)

Very friendly and knowledgeable. We have learned many connections and backgrounds.

Hafidhou - Réunion

5 /5

(Written on 2024-10-02)

Top, the guide's English was clear and concise. Small downside the passage in a hyper expensive store where you are pressured to buy

GetYourGuide traveler - United States

3 /5

(Written on 2024-10-02)

The ride from the hotel and guide were good. The overall tour could be done by yourself for free.

GetYourGuide traveler - United States

3 /5

(Written on 2022-10-20)

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GetYourGuide traveler - India

4 /5

(Written on 2023-07-26)

just ok.... general information shared by guide

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