Istanbul Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Basilica Cistern Tour - Photo 1
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Istanbul Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Basilica Cistern Tour

On this tour of the mosques and palaces of Istanbul, we'll discover the masterpieces of Ottoman architecture and see emblematic buildings such as the Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace!. Tour Details.

  • 4 - 6 hours
  • 9Exceptional | 442 reviews

On this tour of the mosques and palaces of Istanbul, we'll discover the masterpieces of Ottoman architecture and see emblematic buildings such as the Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace!

Tour Details

At the indicated time, we'll meet at Dsign Café to kick off our tour of the mosques and palaces of Istanbul. We'll discover all the secrets of Ottoman architecture and the city's most representative buildings.

The first stop of the tour will be the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, more commonly known as the Blue Mosque, named for the beautiful blue mosaics that decorate its structure.

Then, we'll stroll around the Sultanahmet District to learn about its history. We will also see the iconic Hagia Sophia, constructed in the 6th century, which has served as a basilica, Orthodox church, and mosque throughout its history. Currently, it serves as a museum showcasing the confluence of religions in Turkey, featuring an imposing central dome and impressive minarets.

After visiting Hagia Sophia, you'll have 30 minutes of free time for lunch at a nearby restaurant.

Next, we'll enter the Cistern Basilica, known as the Submerged Palace.

Finally, after a total of 3.5 hours, the tour of Istanbul's mosques and palaces will conclude in the Sultanahmet District. Görü?ürüz!

Included

  • English–speaking guide
  • Admission to the Hagia Sophia
  • Admission to the Basilica Cistern
  • A headset to hear the guide better

Tips

  • Accessibility: Only some areas are accessible.

Location

Activity location

At Meydanı Caddesi 3A, 34122, Sultan Ahmet, Fatih/Istanbul, Turkiye

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