3-Hour Istanbul Old City Segway Tour through Sultanahmet Landmarks

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Enjoy a Segway ride through the historic Hippodrome Square
• 02 See the Blue Mosque and the Column of Constantine
• 03 Admire the beauty of Hagia Sophia
• 04 Take a refreshing break at Gülhane Park
• 05 Pass by Süleymaniye Mosque, Beyazıt Mosque, and Istanbul University

Skip the hassle of parking and the fatigue of a walking tour as you explore Istanbul's Old City by Segway. Glide through Sultanahmet to see landmarks such as the Hippodrome Square, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, and the Column of Constantine, with a refreshing break at Gülhane Park, the oldest and largest urban park in Istanbul. This tour offers a fun and efficient way to experience some of the city's most exciting historic sites in just a few hours.

Set off from Sultanahmet and ride through Hippodrome Square, which has witnessed gladiator fights, chariot races, and many riots.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Istanbul

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Segway Through Istanbul's Historic Old City

• Meet your Istanbul tour guide and Segway instructor, then hop on your Segway for the excitement ahead.
• Set off from Sultanahmet and ride through Hippodrome Square, which has witnessed gladiator fights, chariot races, and many riots.
• Head to Sultanahmet Mosque, also known as the Blue Mosque, and catch a glimpse of Topkapı Palace, the primary residence of the Ottoman sultans.
• Continue to Hagia Sophia, the Church of Holy Wisdom, richly and artistically decorated by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian.
• Take a breather at Gülhane Park, the oldest and largest urban park in Istanbul.
• Ride around the Column of Constantine, also known as Çemberlitaş, one of the most prominent examples of Roman art, before arriving at Beyazıt Square and Mosque.
• Finish at Şehzade Mosque, considered by architectural historians to be Sinan's first masterpiece.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Segway rental
• Initial orientation session
• English-speaking Istanbul tour guide
• Headphones
• Helmet
• Ponchos in case of rain
• Liability insurance

What's Not Included

• Tips and gratuities
• Personal expenses

Know before you go

• The use of the Segway is not recommended for pregnant women.
• Riders must be able to step on and off the Segway easily and quickly without assistance, which requires physical abilities similar to climbing and descending stairs without assistance or the use of a handrail.
• Riders need to be physically and mentally self-sufficient.
• This tour is perfect for families, individuals, and small groups who would like to tour on the coolest ride of the 21st century.
• You will have the unique opportunity to see the most exciting sites in Istanbul without walking, all in just a few hours.
• Forget buses and tiring walking tours, and have fun on the Segway!

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

İstanbul, Turkey

Tour start

Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet Parkı, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.