Turkey · City Tours

Top Highlights of Istanbul in 1 Day

7 Hours Round trip from Istanbul Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit Istanbul’s top landmarks in one day
  • 02 See the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia
  • 03 Explore the historic Hippodrome of Constantinople
  • 04 Discover Topkapi Palace or Basilica Cistern on Tuesdays
  • 05 Browse the famous Grand Bazaar
  • 06 Travel with a professional licensed tour guide
  • 07 Hotel pickup with deluxe minibus included

Discover Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks in a single day on this full-day city tour through the heart of the old city. Visit celebrated monuments including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar, and experience the layers of Byzantine and Ottoman history that define Istanbul.

From grand religious architecture and imperial heritage to lively market culture, this itinerary is designed for travellers who want to see the city’s essential highlights in a convenient and engaging way. If Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays, the visit is replaced with the Basilica Cistern.

Discover Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks in a single day on this full-day city tour through the heart of the old city.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Istanbul
Languages English, Japanese

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Blue Mosque - Sultanahmet Mosque

One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarest.

The Hipodromme

The former center of sprotive and political activities of Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II.

Hagia Sophia

The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world.

Topkapi Palace

The former imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled. Today a spectacular museum that has one of the largest collections of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family. ** closed on Tuesdays and replaces with Basilica Cistern.

Grand Bazaar

In addition to its historical importance, it's a bazaar that will tempt even the nonshoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Istanbul 1 city · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Professional Licenced Tour Guide
  • Service Charges and Local Taxes
  • Pick up from the Hotels with Deluxe Minibus

What's Not Included

  • Lunch
  • Drop off to Hotels
  • Hagia Sophia
  • Topkapi Palace

Know before you go

  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • We provide free Pick up from these hotels, please let us know your preference

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Istanbul, TR
Tour start
Istanbul, TR
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 hours finish where they began, in Istanbul.

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