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Istanbul Old City Guided Walking Tour: Explore Historic Sites Across Two Continents
5.0
63 Ratings
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Immerse yourself in Istanbul’s rich history on a guided walking tour of the Old City. Explore iconic sites, hear fascinating stories, and experience the city’s vibrant culture.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- German Fountain - Embark on an enchanting journey through the heart of Istanbul with the Old City Guided Walking Tour, an immersive experience that unravels the layers of history woven into the city’s vibrant tapestry. Led by knowledgeable guides, the tour begins at the iconic Hagia Sophia, where centuries of Byzantine and Ottoman influence come to life in the intricate details of its architecture. Meandering through the Hippodrome, once the stage for chariot races and festivities, the tour continues to the opulent Topkapı Palace, revealing the lavish lifestyle of Ottoman sultans. A visit to the German Fountain offers a moment of reflection before venturing into the Grand Bazaar, a bustling marketplace where the aroma of spices and the allure of traditional crafts captivate the senses. This guided walking tour not only showcases Istanbul’s architectural wonders but also breathes life into the stories that echo through its cobblestone streets, providing an unforgettable glimpse into the soul of this captivating city.
What's Included
- All Local Taxes
- Professional Guidance
What's Not Included
- Tips
- Entry Admissions
Additional Information
The inclusion of iconic sites such as Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome, Topkapı Palace, the German Fountain, and the Grand Bazaar ensures a comprehensive exploration of the city’s rich history, spanning Byzantine, Ottoman, and modern eras.
What sets this activity apart is the guidance of knowledgeable tour leaders who breathe life into each location, providing context, anecdotes, and historical insights that go beyond what guidebooks offer. The personal touch of a guided tour allows participants to connect emotionally with the city, making the experience more meaningful and memorable.
Moreover, the Old City Guided Walking Tour offers a balanced blend of architectural marvels, cultural landmarks, and vibrant marketplaces, providing a holistic understanding of Istanbul’s past and present.
Location
German Fountain
At Meydanı Caddesi
Sultanahmet Square, next to the German fountain which is next to the Blue Mosque.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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298damilolaa
Jun 26, 2024
Amazing city and tour guide - TG Rose was an amazing tour guide! She took my group to beautiful sites and delicious restaurants in Istanbul and Cappadoccia. She told us about the history of the city in a way that was interesting and made me fall in love with the experience even more. 100% recommend this tour and having TG as a tour guide
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Jeanette_p
Jun 14, 2024
Excellent - Rose was an excellent guide and very knowledgeable
We had a very small group which helped us to interact 1:1
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Alethebix
May 31, 2024
Fabtastic experience with Elif - Elif has been a perfect guide for our half day tour.
She has been extremely prepared, experienced and flexible to accomodate our needs and the ones of our 3 years daughter.
Her friendly approach makes the tour really relaxing and confortable.
She gave us great recommendations also for our following days.
Very professional and we recommend her 100%.
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Mette
Apr 27, 2024
3 hr around Old city - Our amazing guide Elif showed and told us everything about Istanbul Old city. We loved every minute.
We now know a lot about the history of Istanbul - thank you! Would recommend this to everybody.
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Soye694
Mar 14, 2024
Best guide ever - Istanbul is my favourite city. I wish we had more time Rose gave us all the best history and architectural, cultural information and the food recommendation was really perfect. I'm very happy to meet her
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Mickeames51
Feb 4, 2024
Excellent introduction. - The guide was excellent,well, well informed and gave us a great introduction to Istanbul. Will highly recommend to our friends.
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Narfyh
Jan 18, 2024
Excellent guide, very informative and knowledgeable - We were guided by Rose on a one day tour and would like to fully recommend you! She met us at 10.30 AM and first took us to Hagia Sophia. The Topkapi, The Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome and the Basilica Cistern followed, before she gave us further valuable tips over a cup of tea and finally ended the tour at the Grand Bazaar. She was an excellent guide, very informative and knowledgeable guide with a lot of historical and architectural details. Rose also made us aware that the diversity of Istanbul cannot be learned by simply marveling at the countless sights, but rather through life on the streets in the different districts. Thank you for that!
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Oralier2023
Dec 21, 2023
Excellent tour guide - Thank you so much for the incredible guided walking tour of Istanbul! Your knowledge and passion for the city and history made the experience truly unforgettable. I appreciate all the insights and gems you shared with us. It was a pleasure exploring the city with you!
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Jonathtw
Dec 18, 2023
Very informative and interesting story telling - We had a layover in Istanbul and didn't have much time. We found Rose on Tripadvisor and she was a very friendly tour guide. She explained us everything related to the must-go places in a very short time and helped us use our limited time very wise. Thank you very much. See you next time again
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Chayamejiam
Dec 2, 2023
5 star - Exquisite journey through Istanbul's history! The Old Town tour, featuring Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace, was a flawless blend of captivating sights and insightful narration. Our guide's expertise brought these landmarks to life, making this experience an absolute must for anyone visiting Istanbul. Five stars for an unforgettable exploration of cultural treasures!
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