Best of Istanbul Tour - See Top Istanbul Attractions in One Day
- Hippdorme of Constantinople
- Hagia Sophia Museum
- The Blue Mosque
- Topkapi Palace Museum
- The Grand Bazaar
What to Expect?
- See the most unmissable top Istanbul attractions in a single day
- A clear overview of Byzantine and Ottoman histories
- Learn about the main events and religious milestones of Istanbul’s history
- An introduction to the city to help you decide which tour to choose next
- A guide to Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman architecture
Our Best of Istanbul tour takes in five top Istanbul attractions. Cheer at the Hippodrome of Constantinople. Gaze in wonder at the Blue Mosque. Thrill to Topkapi Palace and the Harem. Reflect quietly in the Hagia Sophia. Bargain in the Grand Bazaar.
We visit the Hippodrome of Constantinople on our Best of Istanbul tour. Listen to your guide and feel the excitement and danger of chariot racing. Learn about the early Roman history of the city. Hear the stories behind the Egyptian Obelisk and the Serpentine Column.
In the Blue Mosque, built for Sultan Ahmet Camii, enjoy the serene interior. This magnificent six column structure represents the pinnacle of Ottoman religious architecture.
On the Best of Istanbul tour we enter the magnificent Topkapi Palace. A series of courtyards and halls contain fabulous displays of precious jewels and important religious artefacts. The public rooms of the palace are a worthy backdrop to the splendour and intrigue of the Harem.
You’ll enjoy a tasty Turkish lunch at one of your guide’s recommended locations.
We visit the Hagia Sophia, originally built in 537AD as a Greek Orthodox Church. When Fatih Sultan Mehmet conquered the city in 1453 AD, it became a mosque. In 1935 it was converted to a museum. The interior, with its enormous dome, delights with glorious mosaics, galleries and suspended Islamic pendants.
The Grand Bazaar is an essential stop on the Best of Istanbul tour. Known as the Kapali (Covered) Çarşi in Turkish, it was originally built in the middle of the 15th century. It started out as a small textile market. Now, the huge sprawling bazaar takes up 64 streets and boasts more than 20 entry gates.
From your hotel, port or airport
To your pick-up location
- Sun protection (or umbrella depending on the season/weather)
- Hat and sunglasses
- Camera
- Cash/credit cards
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Digital device storage cards and/or power bank
- Sea Pass card and photo identification (these are for cruise ship passangers)
- Professional, Licensed Guiding Services
- Admission Fees
- Skip the ticket line
- Lunch
- Personal Expenses
Dynamic Pricing:
Basically the dynamic pricing is the reduction of per person price when the number of people in your party increases. The more people in your group, the less you would pay person.
- 1 Adult - $200
- 2 Adults - $125 pp
- 3 Adults - $110 pp
- 4 Adults - $95 pp
- 5 Adults - $85 pp
- 6 Adults - $80 pp
- 7 - 9 Adults - $75 pp
- 10 - 12 Adults - $70 pp
Legal Notice:
This tour is organized within the legal scope of the Turkish Law concerning Travel Agencies And The Association Of Travel Agencies (TURSAB) numbered 1618, and Vocational Tour Guides Law numbered 6326. Guiding without a license (issued by Ministry of Culture and Tourism) is illegal!
You may cancel your tour reservation up to 3 days before the planned start of the tour. No cancellation charge is issued within the allowed deadline. Please read our cancellation policy at “Booking Terms & Conditions“.