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Istanbul Small-Group City and Secret Streets Tour with Guide

Istanbul, Turkey
3 hours
English

From $18.92 / person

Istanbul Small-Group City and Secret Streets Tour with Guide

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Highlights

Learn about the city’s Byzantine and Ottoman history from an English-speaking guide. Pass by Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque and the Spice Bazaar. On this tour, learn about the attractions, but not venture inside.

The former capital of the Ottoman Empire, Istanbul is a vibrant city filled with magnificent architecture and a rich history as the bridge between east and west. Perfect for first-time visitors, this in-depth guided walking tour covers the main attractions while also venturing to hard-to-find secret spots. Leave the navigation to your guide, who also provides illuminating commentary.

After meeting your guide at Sultanahmet Square, head off on a scenic stroll through one of the world’s most spectacular cities. Your guide will tell stories from the heyday of Byzantine and Ottoman rule as you wander the picturesque streets. This tour aims to give you an overview of the city, its historic attractions, museums, local arts and traditions etc.

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Tematique Tours

Guide language:

English

What's Included

Included

English Speaking Professional Guide
Small-group or private tour (depending on option chosen)

Not included

Gratuities (Recommended)
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

Day 1

Basilica Cistern *

This spacious Roman built cistern shows off impressive Roman engineering was commissioned by Emperor Justinian and built in 532. The largest surviving Byzantine ... Read more

Caferaga Medresesi

The Caferağa Medresseh is a former medrese and now recognised as an important centre of Turkish classical arts where traditional Turkish handicrafts such as cal ... Read more

Sogukcesme Sokak

This is a small street with beautiful historic houses which are leaning against the wall of Topkapi Palace.

Hagia Sophia Mosque *

Began its life as a church in 532 AD, converted into a mosque after the Turkish conquest of Constantinople in 1453 and now a museum since 1935. By general conse ... Read more

Topkapi Palace *

Imperial residence of Ottoman sultans is the subject of more colorful stories than most of the world's museums put together. Libidinous sultans, ambitious court ... Read more

Sultanahmet Square

"Sultan Ahmet Center", the heart of the "Old City" from where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires were ruled. This beautiful square and a great place to make a st ... Read more

Sultanahmet (Blue) Mosque *

Sultan Ahmed Mosque, known as the Blue Mosque by many tourists because of its bluish interior decoration( blue tiles surrounding the walls of interior design), ... Read more

Hippodrome

Go to the former Hippodrome of Byzantine chariot races, see the ruins and hear the stories behind the scene

German Fountain

Constructed as a present from German Emperor Wilhelm II in 1898, it represents one of the most beautiful monuments in Istanbul.

Serpentine Column

Also known as the Serpentine Column, Plataean Tripod or Delphi Tripod, is an ancient bronze column at the Hippodrome of Constantinople (known as Atmeydanı "Hors ... Read more

Walled Obelisk

The Walled Obelisk or Masonry Obelisk (Turkish: Örme Dikilitaş) is a Roman monument in the form of an obelisk. It is situated at the southern end of the ancient ... Read more

Tahtakale District

"Shop till you drop" in Tahtakale, a sub-district of Istanbul's Eminönü, where you can find anything and everything you are looking for, all for resonable price ... Read more

Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)

No visit to Istanbul is complete without stopping by the atmospheric Spice Bazaar with roots dating back to 1660, this is one Istanbul's most famous bazaars. Vi ... Read more

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* Seen from outside

Meeting and Pickup

Departure point

Meet your guide in front (outside) of “Foodie-ist Cafe and Brasserie”. It is approximately 2 minutes walking distance from (T1) Sultanahmet tram stop. Your guide will wear a tour guide badge and will be easy to spot.

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Additional Info

Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infant seats unavailable
There is a moderate amount of walking involved
This tour aims to give you an overview of the city, its attractions, museums, local arts and traditions etc. Museums are seen from outside. ⚠️ Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the activity starts as finding a taxi and traffic congestion are always a problem. The tour starts on time as it is a shared tour with other participants.

Cancellation Policy

We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before the event
We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 days or less before the event

Availability

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