About this experience
I invite you to take a walk through the historical center of Istanbul! You will immerse yourself in the times of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires. Evaluate the city's 'calling cards': the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Cistern, and Sultanahmet Square. You will walk through the luxurious Topkapi Palace and learn how the sultans and their wives lived.
What to expect
Travel through time
We will meet in the heart of the Old City - Sultanahmet Square, located on the site of the ancient Hippodrome. You will hear about the sports and social events held there, and how the role of the square has changed over the centuries. Examine the columns, obelisks, and the German Fountain, gifted by Kaiser Wilhelm II.
The very best in Istanbul
You will visit the most important Muslim shrines in the city: the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. You will decipher the symbols depicted on their walls and uncover the peculiarities of Islamic architecture. You will also stroll through the fairy-tale halls of the Topkapi Palace, where the Ottoman sultans lived, and descend into the mysterious underground reservoir - the Basilica Cistern.
Organizational details
- Entrance tickets are additionally paid: Topkapi - 1500 lira per person, Basilica Cistern - 800 lira per person
- With a licensed guide, you will enter museums without queues
