Half-Day Istanbul City Tour: Top Attractions & Highlights

City Sightseeing Tours From Istanbul to Istanbul

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Duration
1 days

Tour languages
English

Guiding type
Fully guided

Group size
1 - 40

Hygiene protocol
Included

Budget Class
comfort

Physical Rating
relax

Suitable ages
11 - 99

Tour overview

Experience the timeless charm of Istanbul’s Old City (Sultanahmet) on this half-day guided tour, where history, culture, and architecture come alive. Begin your journey at the Blue Mosque, famous for its stunning blue İznik tiles, majestic domes, and elegant minarets. Step inside the Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture that has stood as a cathedral, mosque, and now a museum, showcasing centuries of history and artistic brilliance. Walk through the Hippodrome, once the vibrant center of chariot races and imperial ceremonies, and admire historic monuments including the Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpentine Column, and the German Fountain of Wilhelm II. Finally, explore the Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets, where thousands of shops offer handcrafted carpets, jewelry, spices, and unique souvenirs. With an expert local guide, this tour combines iconic landmarks, fascinating stories, and authentic local experiences, making it ideal for travelers with limited time who want to uncover the best of Istanbul’s Old City in just a few hours. Join us and experience the magic of Istanbul!

Highlights

Half-Day Tour with Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome and Grand Bazaar
Historic Istanbul Half-Day Sightseeing Tour
Tour starts at the heart of the old city: “Sultanahmet Center”. Byzantine and Ottoman Empires were ruled from here
Half-day tour of Istanbul's old city
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Half Day Istanbul Tour (Byzantium Relics) discover the Byzantine relics in Sultanahmet town with your experienced and knowledgeable tour guides.
Discover Istanbul's iconic landmarks in just half a day. Explore Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Grand Bazaar with expert guidance.
Discover the history of Istanbul on a half day walking tour of Istanbul's most famous mosques, including Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque
Visited Sights: The Old city “Sultanahmet” – Grand Bazaar – Blue Mosque – Hagia Sophia – Hippodrome – Obelisk of Theodosius – German Fountain of Wilhelm II – Serpentine Column

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Professional English-speaking tour guide

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Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach

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Guided Half Day Istanbul

City Tour

All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary

Hygiene protocol

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International or Domestic flights

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Lunch

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Insurance: All types

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Personal expenses: Lunches, extras at hotel or additional meals

Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers

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