About This Tour
Discover Istanbul's rich history and architectural marvels on a guided City Highlights Walking Tour. The half-day tour is ideal for first-time travelers or inquisitive travelers since it takes you to the city's most renowned attractions, all conveniently within walking distance in the center of the Old City—Sultanahmet.
With a licensed local guide, you'll start at the breathtaking Hagia Sophia, the former Byzantine cathedral and Ottoman mosque, now mosque again—a universal icon of Istanbul's multilayered history. Enter the Blue Mosque, famous for its six minarets and brilliant blue İznik tiles. Continue to the historic Hippodrome, the former bustling chariot racing circuit of Roman Constantinople.
Conclude your day with a visit to the imperial Topkapi Palace (outside or inside if tickets were provided), former palace of Ottoman sultans, and finally walk around the legendary Grand Bazaar, one of the world's oldest and biggest covered bazaars, with all of its spices, jewels, textiles, and more.
Along the tour, your guide will regale you with stories, myths, and history that create living images of Istanbul's rich past.
Highlights
- Visit Istanbul’s most iconic historical landmarks in one walking tour
- Explore Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque with expert commentary
- See the Hippodrome and its ancient monuments including the Egyptian Obelisk
- Wander through the maze-like Grand Bazaar filled with Turkish treasures
- Gain fascinating insights from a professional local guide
What’s Included
- Guided walking tour with a licensed English-speaking guide
- Visits to Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, and Grand Bazaar
- Informative commentary on Istanbul's Byzantine and Ottoman heritage
- Small group experience for a more personal touch
- Entrance tickets (if visiting Topkapi Palace or Hagia Sophia's upper galleries)
- Meals and drinks
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Gratuities
Tour Plan
Expand allCollapse allStarting Point
Sultanahmet Square (meeting point details provided upon booking)
Hagia Sophia
 exterior and interior guided visit
Blue Mosque
explore the interior and learn its architectural story
Hippodrome
 historical overview of the monuments and obelisks
Topkapi Palace
exterior viewing or guided entry (optional)
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Grand Bazaar
guided walk and free time to shop or browse
End Point
Grand Bazaar or return to Sultanahmet Square
Tour Map
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 Step into the heart of Istanbul’s Old City and discover centuries of history on foot. Reserve your walking tour today and experience the stories, sights, and spirit that make this city unforgettable.
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