Istanbul Old City & Sultanahmet Free Walking Tour
Free walking tour
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Culture & History
City Tour
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Destination
Sultanahmet Square, Istanbul, Turkey
Sultanahmet (Old City), Istanbul, Turkey
1N (Participation Duration)
Walking (Transportation)
English, Spanish, French, German (Language)
Number of participants 0/25
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Tour description
Journey across continents and empires on this free walking tour of Istanbul's historic old city. With a local guide you'll stand in the ancient Hippodrome, marvel at the mighty Hagia Sophia and the six minarets of the Blue Mosque, and reach the gates of the sultans' Topkapi Palace. Hear 1,500 years of history where Byzantium became Constantinople and then Istanbul, wander toward the labyrinth of the Grand Bazaar, and pick up insider tips on Turkish tea, baklava and the best street food. A dazzling introduction to the city where East meets West. Free to join — simply tip your guide whatever you feel it was worth at the end.
Meeting point:
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Sultanahmet Square, between the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia
Look for your guide holding a yellow "FREE WALKING TOUR" sign. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. No deposit required.
Detailed itinerary
Stop 1 – Meet in Sultanahmet Square between the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.
Stop 2 – The magnificent Hagia Sophia, once the greatest church in Christendom.
Stop 3 – The Blue Mosque with its six soaring minarets.
Stop 4 – The ancient Hippodrome of Constantinople and its Egyptian obelisk.
Stop 5 – The gates of Topkapi Palace, home of the Ottoman sultans.
Stop 6 – The edge of the labyrinthine Grand Bazaar.
Final stop – End with tips on Turkish tea, baklava and the best street food.
Stop 2 – The magnificent Hagia Sophia, once the greatest church in Christendom.
Stop 3 – The Blue Mosque with its six soaring minarets.
Stop 4 – The ancient Hippodrome of Constantinople and its Egyptian obelisk.
Stop 5 – The gates of Topkapi Palace, home of the Ottoman sultans.
Stop 6 – The edge of the labyrinthine Grand Bazaar.
Final stop – End with tips on Turkish tea, baklava and the best street food.
Tour price includes
• Professional local guide (languages as listed above, subject to availability)\n• Guided walking tour of about 3 hours\n• Local history, culture and hidden-gem commentary\n• Insider tips on food, cafés and what to see next\n• Small, friendly group with plenty of photo stops
Tour price excludes
• Food and drinks\n• Hotel pick-up and drop-off\n• Public transport and entrance fees to monuments or museums\n• Gratuities / tips for the guide (this is a tip-based tour)\n• Personal expenses
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation at any time — this is a free, tip-based walking tour, so there is never a cancellation charge. Please message your guide in advance if your plans change. Tours run rain or shine; in bad weather the guide may adjust the route for comfort.
Other notes
Departs daily with several start times. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water and weather-appropriate clothing. Suitable for all ages.
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