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Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Small-Group Tour
Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Small-Group Tour
Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Small-Group Tour
Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Small-Group Tour
Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Small-Group Tour

Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Small-Group Tour

By Walks In Europe
9.6 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is S$58 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Join a small-group walking tour of the two most famous monuments in Istanbul: the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia.
Benefit from pre-reserved tickets for the Hagia Sophia
Option to meet your guide in Galata port if you are on a cruise ship
Enjoy a scenic stroll around Sultanahmet and witness the local life with a professional guide.
Experience the splendour and charm of Islamic architecture in the Blue Mosque.
Discover the history and culture of the Ottoman and Byzantine Empires.

Activity location

  • Sultanahmet Square
    • Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Ersoy Bufe
    • 40 At Meydanı Caddesi
    • 34122, Binbirdirek, İstanbul, Turkiye

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Group Tour German -Sultanahmet
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • German

Join your group in Sultanahmet
Starting point:
Ersoy Bufe, Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd No:40, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

Language options: German
Price details
S$93.42 x 1 AdultS$93.42
Total
Price is S$93.42
Group Tour English-Galataport
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Cruise Ship Meeting: If you are on a cruise ship, choose this option to meet your guide at Galata Port.
Starting point:
Galataport Clock Tower Square, Kılıçali Paşa, Gümrük Muhafaza Kısım Amirliği No:5, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye

Starting time: 9:00
Price details
S$93.42 x 1 AdultS$93.42
Total
Price is S$93.42
Group Tour English-Sultanahmet
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Meets in Sultanahmet old town
Starting point:
Ersoy Bufe, Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd No:40, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

Language options: English
Price details
S$93.42 x 1 AdultS$93.42
Total
Price is S$93.42
Group Tour German - Galataport
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • German

Choose this option if you are on a cruise ship and will meet your guide at Galataport.
Starting point:
Galataport Clock Tower Square, Kılıçali Paşa, Gümrük Muhafaza Kısım Amirliği No:5, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye

Language options: German
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
S$93.42 x 1 AdultS$93.42
Total
Price is S$93.42

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedStarting from Galata Port (If this option is selected)
  • What's includedWhat's included3 hours walking tour at a relaxed pace
  • What's includedWhat's includedSmall group tour for a more interactive experience
  • What's includedWhat's includedExpert guide for insider's knowledge of the city
  • What's includedWhat's includedPre-reserved tickets for the Hagia Sophia
  • What's includedWhat's includedGuided tour for the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTransport to the meeting spot

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia are functioning mosques and they can be closed to visitors for any reason, even without pre-notice (for a high-level state visit, for example)
  • Nobody can skip the line at either of the mosques although our guides make it easier and more efficient because they do it every day.
  • Istanbul has notoriously bad traffic. Give more time to get to the meeting spot than you may have planned
  • Tickets are timed and expire within 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Please be advised that it is not possible to join the tour after it has commenced.
  • Please note that women should be required to wear a headscarf when entering the mosque.
  • Please note that both men and women should wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees. Shorts, sleeveless tops, and other revealing attire are not permitted inside.
  • You are not allowed to bring signs, symbols, banners, flags, documents, drawings, or any materials representing political, ideological, or religious beliefs inside the Hagia Sophia.
  • Please note that the 'Starting from Galata Port' option is available only for cruise guests.
  • Please note that skip-the-line access is available for adults only. Children under the age of 7 do not benefit from this access.
  • Please note that children under 7 are not permitted on this tour.
  • Tips/service charge (for your guide) are always appreciated.

Activity itinerary

Sultanahmet Square
  • 10m
Check out Istanbul's greatest monuments on this small walking tour. Meet your dedicated guide at a hot spot for traditional Turkish delicacies, where there are bathroom facilities and you can purchase water or snacks. Enjoy a scenic stroll around Sultanahmet and witness the local life with a professional guide.
Blue Mosque
  • 1h 15m
The Blue Mosque is the most visited monument in Istanbul. Your tour will start in the Sultanahmet area which takes its name from the mosque. Marvel at this imperial Ottoman Mosque, commissioned by Sultan Ahmet the first and the last one built in this grand size. Witness the evocative power and splendour of its past as you enjoy a comprehensive guided tour of the Blue Mosque and its complementary buildings with a professional guide. Afterwards, enjoy the courtyard for breathtaking views of modern Istanbulites and take a gentle stroll around the area. 
Hagia Sophia Mosque
  • 1h 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Visit the Hagia Sophia with pre-reserved tickets and witness the most significant site of the Greek Orthodox religion in Istanbul. Learn how it was converted into a mosque after the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople. In the Hagia Sophia, see elements of a mosque and a church standing next to each other. Admire the basilica’s stunning dome and minarets, and countless mosaics, paintings, and marble columns. Learn how the impressive İznik tiles were added over time in the Mosque, how the stunning Virgin Mary mosaic was made, and why the Ottomans chose to bury their sultans in the courtyard.
Hippodrome
  • 15m
Walk the famous hippodrome of Constantinople. Learn about the obelisks that adorn the square. Take a break between two major monuments for the best views and learn about the significance of the hippodrome during the Byzantine times of the city.
Arasta Bazaar
  • 5m
Explore the Arasta Bazaar nestled right under the shadow of the Blue Mosque to understand 17th Century architecture of public buildings. It is a well-known but modest open-air market in the heart of Sultanhamet. Enjoy a last-minute tea break and hunt for gifts to take home.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESSultanahmet Square
    • Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEErsoy Bufe
    • 40 At Meydanı Caddesi
    • 34122, Binbirdirek, İstanbul, Turkiye
  • PEOPLEPEOPLEGalataport Clock Tower Square
    • No:5 Gümrük Muhafaza Kısım Amirliği
    • 34433, Kılıçali Paşa, İstanbul, Turkiye

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