1. Blue Mosque
Blue Mosque one of Istanbul’s most venerable monuments. From the courtyard you will enjoy the striking view of the cascading domes and semi-domes. Once inside you will see how the mosque got its name, viewing the colorful blue Iznik tiles that adorn the interior. These tiles were made at the peak of Iznik tile production in the early 17th Century
2. Hagia Sophia Mosque
St Sophia, the Church of Divine wisdom and a testament to the sophistication of the 6th Century. The vast edifice was built over two earlier churches and inaugurated by Emperor Justinian in 537. The immense dome is an architecturalmarvel, as it seems to hover overhead
1 hour
3. TopkapI Palace
Visit the magnificent Topkapi Palace Museum. Gain a fascinating insight into this grandiose complex of buildings that formed the residence of the Sultans for 400 years. There are four main courtyards which contain extensive gardens,pavilions, fountains, royal gates, kitchens, library and mosques. Enjoy the exhibitions such as ‘Sacred Trusts’, ‘Portraits of Sultans’, ‘Kitchen’ and ‘Imperial Weapons’ ****Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays***
1 hour 30 minutes
4. Hippodrome
Hippodrome, which was one of the largest chariot race grounds of the Byzantine Empire. Here you can see the Egyptian Obelisk and the Serpentine Coloum.
20 minutes
5. Basilica Cistern
Basilica Cistern was built in 6th Century as an underground water reservuar. It has 360 coloums and famous Medusa Heads as coloum bases.
30 minutes
6. Grand Bazaar
Visit the Grand Bazaar, the largest and oldest covered Bazaar in Turkey with more than 4,000 shops. A variety of handicrafts from carpets to souvenirs all sold in the famous Grand Bazaar.
2 hours
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Visit Spice Bazaar - the most colourfull historical bazaar of Istanbul
1 hour
8. Taksim Square
Most Famous Square of Istanbul with pedestrian streets, shops, coffee houses and more
9. Suleymaniye Mosque
It was built in 16th Century by the famous Ottoman Architect Sinan and commissioned by Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent.
45 minutes
10. Galata Tower
As the oldest tower of city, it offers 360 degree view of the city.
Ps: Guides do not have priority to skip the line for Galata Tower.
45 minutes
11. Dolmabahce Palace
Last residence of Ottoman Sultans. Built in European style with more thn 200 rooms. It hold the biggest chandelier collection in the world.
1 hour