Turkey · Walking Tour

5-Hour Sultanahmet Walking Tour with Grand Bazaar and Topkapı

5 Hours Round trip from Sultanahmet Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Seek blessings at the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia
02 Marvel at the majestic Topkapı Palace
03 Explore the historic Hippodrome racecourse
04 Stroll through the lively Grand Bazaar

Sign up for this walking excursion to explore the highlights of Sultanahmet's old city, shaped by Byzantine and Ottoman heritage and renowned for its marvellous palaces, churches, cisterns, mosques, and baths. Visit important landmarks such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar, and the Hippodrome racecourse. You will also taste local delicacies along the way, including döner kebap.

Visit the Hippodrome for half an hour, the Blue Mosque for 45 minutes, and Hagia Sophia for 45 minutes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Istanbul

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Sultanahmet Old City Highlights Tour

Connect with your tour guide, who will pick you up from the pier at the requested time to start the program.
Drive to the old city for about half an hour by private van and get off at Sultanahmet Square.
Visit the Hippodrome for half an hour, the Blue Mosque for 45 minutes, and Hagia Sophia for 45 minutes.
Then, head to the first court of Topkapı Palace for half an hour.
Have a tea or coffee break at Sübyan Cafe with some baklava en route.
Enjoy a light lunch of döner kebap or another local dish.
Next, take a short walk to the Grand Bazaar for 10-15 minutes.
Explore the Grand Bazaar for shopping through this time tunnel for 1-2 hours, as requested.

Tour ends.