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Istanbul Old City: Hagia Sophia - Süleymaniye Mosque - Grand Bazaar
Istanbul, Turkey
2 hours 45 minutes
Art & Culture
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Walking Tours
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History
Date
Today
What You Will Do
Discover the highlights of Sultanahmet, Istanbul's historic 'old town' on this half-day walking tour. Join your guide for a curated Istanbul experience, and avoid common Sultanahmet experiences like getting lost or being targeted by aggressive touts. Learn all about storied sites like the Hagia Sophia and Suleymaniye Mosque from your English-speaking guide. Along the way, find a few hidden gems, discover where locals eat and drink and even stop at an Ottoman-era spice market to get a taste of the time-honored marketplace experience.
• On this small group tour, your guide tailors the commentary to your interests
• Get interesting insights on the various history and culture of the city.
• Visit Istanbul’s landmarks, including the Hagia Sophia and Suleymaniye Mosque
• Find the freshest Turkish delicacies with your guide's help in Grand Bazaar
• On this small group tour, your guide tailors the commentary to your interests
• Get interesting insights on the various history and culture of the city.
• Visit Istanbul’s landmarks, including the Hagia Sophia and Suleymaniye Mosque
• Find the freshest Turkish delicacies with your guide's help in Grand Bazaar
What's Included?
- Professional Guide
- Small Group
What's Not Included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Your guide ( wears a tourist guide badge, so easy to spot) will meet you on the street, outside the entrance to "Vogue Hotel Supreme Istanbul". Located on “Yerebatan Street” where the tram lines (T1) run through Sultanahmet, approximately 2 minutes walk from Sultanahmet tram stop.
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Hagia Sophia Mosque
1 hour
The Church of Divine Wisdom, a fifteen hundred years old splendid monument, is a must see in Istanbul, built to be the world’s largest place of worship by Emperor Justinian in 532 AD. First a Greek Orthodox Patriarchal Basilica, later an imperial mosque, in 1935 it was opened to the public as a museum. After being neutral for about 86 years it was converted into a mosque again in July 2020. Hagia Sophia is the only mosque anywhere in the world right now where you could see Islamic elements along with the Christians images. The lofty interior, stunning surviving mosaics and the massive dome, which seems to float unsupported and gives the church its amazing sense of space. An unforgettable experience awaiting you.
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Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Local Tour Guide Istanbul.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- When visiting Hagia Sophia and Süleymaniye Mosque; modest, conservative clothing which exposes a minimum of flesh is good. No shorts or sleeveless shirts on either men or women. Women cover over head with scarf or shawl.
- It may be challenging to do the tour with a stroller, not recommended.
- This tour is required to be booked by a minimum 2 participants.
- It is a walking tour, so there is a moderate amount of walking involved
- Grand Bazaar is closed on Sunday
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Guide Options
- Guide - English
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