Istanbul History: Sultanahmet & Grand Bazaar Tour

Discover Istanbul’s history and shop at the Grand Bazaar. Explore iconic sites and enjoy personalized shopping with expert guidance on Turkish crafts.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Sultanahmet District - Enjoy a guided walking tour with engaging narration of the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and the Hippodrome from the exterior.
  • Hippodrome - Discover the ancient chariot racing arena and its historic monuments with a 1.5-hour expert narration.
  • Hagia Sophia Mosque - Admire the stunning architecture of this globally…
What's Included
  • Professional licensed English-speaking tour guide
  • Expert advice on authentic Turkish products and crafts
  • Meeting at the historic German Fountain
  • Guided shopping assistance in the Grand Bazaar
  • 1.5-hour outdoor historical walking tour
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fees to the interior of mosques or museums
  • Personal shopping expenses
Additional Information

Embark on an enriching journey through Istanbul’s storied past and the lively Grand Bazaar with this engaging guided tour. Begin at the German Fountain, stroll through the renowned Sultanahmet Square, and admire the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and the ancient Hippodrome. Accompanied by an expert guide, uncover the tales of emperors and sultans while…

Location
German Fountain
At Meydanı Caddesi
Meet your guide in front of the German Fountain (Alman Çeşmesi) in Sultanahmet Square. Look for our guide holding a sign with the tour name or wearing a company vest.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Joseph
Mar 6, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Tour! - We had an amazing tour in Istanbul! Our guide first gave us a short but very interesting introduction to the history of the city. He showed us the Hippodrome, explained the obelisks, and then we visited the beautiful Blue Mosque. It was incredible. He also showed us Hagia Sophia from the outside and told us about its fascinating history. After the historical part, we went to the Grand Bazaar together. Our guide helped us shop safely, showed us good quality shops, and even helped us bargain, which was really helpful. If you are in Istanbul and want to go shopping, having a guide with you is definitely a big advantage because there are many fake products around even though things may look the same. We were very satisfied and highly recommend this
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From $60
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).