ISTANBUL BEST: Iconic Landmarks Full Day PRIVATE Guided City Tour

5.0

based on 1,196 reviews

| Istanbul, Turkey

Reviews Summary

Most reviewers had a great time, praising the tour for efficiently covering Istanbul's highlights. Common positives include insightful experiences, flexibility, and a personal touch. A few reviews mention unwanted shopping stops or disappointment due to long lines.

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Features

Free Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Instant ticket delivery

Mobile Ticket

Pickup available

Duration

6 hours

Wheelchair accessible

Audio guide

Live guide

Private tour

Unique time to discover Turkish Handicrafts & Traditional Arts Gallery
Private Tour & Professional Guide
Guide will meet you at central Istanbul Hotels, Airbnb Locations or ISTANBUL CRUISE PORT GALATAPORT
Guide will meet you at central Istanbul Hotels, Airbnb Locations or ISTANBUL CRUISE PORT GALATAPORT
Guide will meet you at central Istanbul Hotels, Airbnb Locations or ISTANBUL CRUISE PORT GALATAPORT
Professional Private Guide

Lunch and Gratuities (suggested)
Transfer by Vehicle (Depends on option selected)
Museums Entrance Fees
Hagia Sophia
Basilica Cistern
Museum Entrance Fees
Hagia Sophia
Basilica Cistern

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays can be replaced with alternatives.
Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays can be replaced with Spice Market.
Ladies should bring scarf to cover heads
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
If the tour starts at 12:00, the duration of the tour is 6 hours.
Period of Ramadan aid and sacrifice aid Grand baazar and spice market is closed

Discover Ottoman and Byzantine history on this private Istanbul city tour, perfect for cruise passengers, first-time visitors, and travelers with limited time seeking a deeper cultural experience.

Explore Istanbul’s Old City (Sultanahmet) with a private guide, visiting UNESCO World Heritage landmarks and the city’s most famous historical attractions.

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Duration from 6 Hours to 8 Hours
Private Tour

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Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
The Hagia Sophia, also known as Ayasofya in Turkish, is a famous historic building located in oldtown Istanbul. It was originally built as the biggest cathedral in the world by Byzantine Empire in the 6th century and later converted into a mosque during the Ottoman Empire. The building is renowned...
- Duration 1 Hour•
- Admission Ticket Not Included
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Blue Mosque
The Sultan Ahmed Mosque, also known as the Blue Mosque, is a historic mosque in Istanbul, Turkey. It was built between 1609 and 1616 during the rule of Sultan Ahmed I. The mosque is known for its stunning architecture, with its six minarets and beautiful blue tiles adorning the interior,...
- Duration 30 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required

Hippodrome

The Hippodrome of Constantinople, also known as the Sultanahmet Square, is an ancient chariot racing track and the sporting and social center of Constantinople, the capital of the Byzantine Empire. Located in present-day Istanbul. the site is now a public square known for its historical significance and the remnants of...

Duration 30 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

TopkapI Palace

The Topkapi Palace is a grand and historically significant palace located in Istanbul. It served as the primary residence and administrative headquarters of the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years. The palace complex is known for its stunning architecture, beautiful courtyards, and extensive collections of art, manuscripts, and other treasures.

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Duration 2 Hours•
Admission Ticket Not Included

Basilica Cistern

Basilica Cistern Museum is one of the most important cultural assets where we can trace the traces of glorious Istanbul history. This grand underground cistern, built by Eastern Roman Emperor Justinian I (527-565), is nicknamed “Yerebatan Sarayı” (Sunken Palace) among the public due to its numerous marble columns rising from...

Duration 30 Minutes•
Admission Ticket Not Included

Sultanahmet District

Unique time to Discover Turkish Handcrafts ( Turkish Carpets, Leathers, ceramics) shopping opportunities

Duration 1 Hour•
No Admission Ticket Required

Grand Bazaar

The Grand Bazaar, also known as the Kapalıçarşı, is one of the world's oldest and largest covered markets, located in the heart of Istanbul. Dating back to the 15th century, the Grand Bazaar is a sprawling complex of over 60 streets and alleys, housing more than 4,000 shops and stalls.

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Duration 2 Hours•
No Admission Ticket Required

Sultanahmet District

Home to some of Istanbul’s most recognizable attractions, the Sultanahmet District is an ideal place to explore the city’s complex history. With the rose-colored Hagia Sophia (Aya Sofya) sitting across from the six minarets of the Blue Mosque and down the street from the energetic Grand Bazaar, this neighborhood packs...