Turkey · City Tours

6-Hour Old City Tour of Istanbul with Hagia Sophia and Topkapı

6 Hours Round trip from İstanbul Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Admire Hagia Sophia, which has served as a cathedral, mosque, and museum
02 Marvel at the beautiful İznik tiles and majestic domes of the Blue Mosque
03 Explore the luxurious rooms and treasures of the Ottoman sultans in Topkapı Palace
04 Wander through the Grand Bazaar, a historic market with thousands of shops
05 Experience Nakkas Cistern, an impressive underground reservoir of ancient engineering

Discover the heart of Istanbul on a captivating journey through the Old City, where ancient history meets stunning architecture. Visit the iconic Hagia Sophia, marvel at the Blue Mosque's grandeur, explore the opulent Topkapı Palace, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar. The experience concludes at the enchanting Nakkas Cistern, a hidden gem of ancient engineering.

Start your tour at the magnificent Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture that has stood for over 1,500 years.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Istanbul

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Old City Essentials of Istanbul

Start your tour at the magnificent Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture that has stood for over 1,500 years. Once a cathedral, then a mosque, and now a museum, this iconic landmark symbolizes Istanbul's diverse history.
Just a short walk away, explore the majestic Blue Mosque with its stunning domes and six towering minarets. Known for its mesmerizing blue İznik tiles, this mosque remains one of the city's most important places of worship.
Step into the grandeur of Topkapı Palace, where Ottoman sultans ruled for centuries. Wander through its opulent rooms and lush courtyards, and discover the treasures in the harem and the Imperial Treasury.
No visit to the Old City is complete without a stroll through the bustling Grand Bazaar, one of the world's largest and oldest covered markets. With over 4,000 shops, it's a paradise for those seeking traditional Turkish crafts, jewellery, and spices.
End your day at the atmospheric Nakkas Cistern, a marvel of ancient engineering.