Istanbul Old City Walking Tour offers Istanbul, formerly known as Byzantium and Constantinople, has a rich history that spans thousands of years and has been the capital of three great empires: the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman. The Old City, also known as the Historic Peninsula or Sultanahmet, is home to numerous iconic landmarks and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Here's some information about what you can expect from an Istanbul Old City Walking Tour:
In the morning, meet at your hotel /cruise ship and provide you transfer service to the Old City part of Istanbul.
The highlights we will visit ;
Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya): Originally built as a cathedral, later converted into a mosque, and now a museum (as of my last update in September 2021, but its status may have changed), Hagia Sophia is one of the most iconic buildings in Istanbul.
Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque): Known for its stunning blue tiles and its impressive dome, the Blue Mosque is an active place of worship and a popular tourist attraction.
Topkapi Palace: This was the primary residence of the Ottoman Sultans for over 400 years. It now serves as a museum and houses an extensive collection of artifacts from the Ottoman period.
Lunch break in a cozy local restaurant
The Hippodrome: Once the center of Byzantine civic life, the Hippodrome is now a public square surrounded by historical monuments and statues.
Grand Bazaar: One of the world's oldest and largest covered markets, the Grand Bazaar offers a vast array of goods, from spices and textiles to jewelry and carpets.
+ Pick up and drop off from/to your hotel (Sultanahmet, Taksim, and Cruise Ports)
+ Professional guidance ( in English)
+ Lunch in a local restaurant (Veggie option available)
+ Entrance fees
- Beverages during lunch
- Personal expenses
- Tip to the staff
- Sultanahmet & Taksim Hotels/Addresses
- It is a mostly walking tour due to the cars are not allowed in the Old City area, and the highlights are within walking distance.
- Free for 0-2 year old
- %30 discounted for 3-6 year old
- The tour price is for max. 8 hours guidance service.
- There will be additional fee for each additional extra hour.
- TRY, EUR, USD, or GBP is accepteable.
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Ruby
30.10.2025
Istanbul Old City Walking Tour - what is the start time (pick up Taksim hotel) and end time (drop off Taksim hotel)? - are we picked up by a car/van or do we have to take the train to sultanameht? - entrance fee to Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace included? - €115 per pax is private tour or group tour?
Tranigo Team
31.10.2025
Please see the answer for your questions for Istanbul Old City Walking Tour: as below.
🏙️ Istanbul Old City Walking Tour
🕘 Tour Schedule
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off: Yes, included from/to Taksim hotels
Note: Pick-up and drop-off times may vary depending on your hotel's location
🚐 Transportation
Guests are picked up by car or van
No need to take public transport to Sultanahmet
🎟️ Included Attractions
Hagia Sophia – entrance ticket included
Topkapi Palace – entrance ticket included
👥 Tour Type
Group Tour
💶 Price
€150 per person
Includes all entrance fees
Let me know if you'd need help for booking!
Ruby
30.10.2025
Istanbul Old City Walking Tour - what is the start time (pick up Taksim hotel) and end time (drop off Taksim hotel)? - are we picked up by a car/van or do we have to take the train to sultanameht? - entrance fee to Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace included?
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