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Istanbul Tour: Historic Sites and Architecture
4.8
295 Ratings
Istanbul
Take a journey through the dynamic history and stunning architecture of Istanbul as you tour the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the bustling Grand Bazaar on a comprehensive day-long guided excursion.
Take a journey through the dynamic history and stunning architecture of Istanbul as you tour the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the bustling Grand Bazaar on a comprehensive day-long guided excursion.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Blue Mosque - Blue Mosque
- Kapali Carsi - Grand Bazaar
- Hagia Sophia Mosque - Visit Hagia Sophia
- Hippodrome - Visit Hippodrome
- Topkapi Palace - Visit Topkapi Palace
- Blue Mosque - Blue Mosque
- Kapali Carsi - Grand Bazaar
- Hagia Sophia Mosque - Visit Hagia Sophia
- Hippodrome - Visit Hippodrome
- Topkapi Palace - Visit Topkapi Palace
What's Included
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Transport by taxi (when necessary)
- Pickup/drop off from centrally located hotels
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Transport by taxi (when necessary)
- Pickup/drop off from centrally located hotels
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Topkapi Palace is closed to visitors on Tuesdays
- Hagia Sophia is not a museum, open to public sight, so there might be long lines to visit inside, there is no option to skip the line
- Grand Bazaar is closed to visitors on Sundays.
- Dolmabahce Palace is closed to visitors on Mondays.
- This is a walking tour.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Topkapi Palace is closed to visitors on Tuesdays
- Hagia Sophia is not a museum, open to public sight, so there might be long lines to visit inside, there is no option to skip the line
- Grand Bazaar is closed to visitors on Sundays.
- Dolmabahce Palace is closed to visitors on Mondays.
- This is a walking tour.
Location
Blue Mosque
Sultanahmet Mah At Meydani Cad No 7
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(295 Ratings)
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Gurminder_a
Jan 13, 2026
A Day in Istanbul - What an amazing day we had with Renan in Istanbul! It was a rainy, dreary day but Renan brought some sunshine with her pleasant personality. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our time with her. She was informative and thorough. We saw the palace, blue mosque and the grand bazaar. She helped us navigate it all and we really felt like we learned a lot about Istanbul as well as the culture. The company picks up
And drops off in very comfortable and roomy vans. An unforgettable experience.
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Kathy_o
Dec 28, 2025
Highly recommend for the highlights of the city in a day - With only short amount of time to explore the city, Sami made sure we saw it all and we never felt rushes
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Jean_b
Dec 26, 2025
Christmas Day tour. - Our guide Seref was very knowledgeable and was flexible in accommodating the places we wanted to visit.We had a private pick up from our hotel and were driven everywhere that we wanted to visit. A great Christmas Day.
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Nicholas_l
Dec 22, 2025
Naz was an excellent... - Naz was an excellent guide! She was well informed, very personable, and flexible to suit our needs. The car was amazing too - more of a limo bus, in fact! My only complaint was that the description didn’t say that the Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays, so we had to skip that part of the tour. But Naz made up for it with other activities that suited everyone.
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Aprilleleah_m
Nov 28, 2025
Recommended - Great tour around Istanbul. Renan was very nice, smart, and approachable. A complete tour around Istanbul. From historical informatuon about Architecture and culture, food, and shopping
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Ingrid_w
Nov 24, 2025
Great tour - Mrs Renan was very nice and knowledgeable. She told us about the history of the city and country, and showed us everything we wanted to see. She’s a very sweet lady with a heart of gold.
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Alison_p
Nov 21, 2025
Had such a lovely day... - Had such a lovely day exploring Sultanahmet’s iconic landmarks with Mrs Renan. She shared so much history and insight at every stop, and even suggested great places to visit—especially fun spots for a teen. Grateful for the wonderful tour!
Ps: It’s a walking tour, so be prepared to wear comfortable shoes as there will be lots of walking.
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Gunther_s
Nov 18, 2025
Istanbul Walking Tour - We had an exceptional experience touring Istanbul with our personal guide, Nazmiye. In addition to expertly guiding us through the major sites like the Blue Mosque, she provided thoughtful, engaging insight into Muslim culture and modern Turkish society. Her depth of knowledge, warm personality, and ability to bring history to life made our time in Istanbul truly unforgettable. We felt enriched, welcomed, and inspired—Nazmiye is an outstanding guide, and we recommend her wholeheartedly!
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Binhaifa_d
Nov 17, 2025
Fabulous! - Fantastic private tour with Renan - who was patient & accommodating to the slow pace needed for my spouse. Thank You!
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Hilary_g
Nov 15, 2025
A Cherished Memory - Renan Saylağ was an excellent guide!! She helped us navigate through the Topkapi Palace with skilled efficiency! We learned so much. She also took us through the Hagia Sophia so we could appreciate all the structural aspects of this amazing Mosque and mosaics and frescoes. Renan shared the history and culture of the region through wonderful stories. We loved learning about the customs of the Turkish people and family life. Renan was such a wealth of knowledge! Our experience far exceeded our expectations. The logistics and transportation were great too! Being with Renan was the highlight of our time in Istanbul!
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