Istanbul Classics Public Half-Day Tour: Explore Old City Sites

• Visit Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque – a marvel of Byzantine architecture and symbol of Istanbul

• Step inside the Blue Mosque to admire its İznik tiles and six soaring minarets

• Stroll through the Hippodrome, once home to epic chariot races of the Roman era

• Shop at the Grand Bazaar – nearly 4,000 shops await with carpets, jewelry, antiques, and more

Want to step back in time through the heart of Old Istanbul? This half-day public walking tour unveils the city's imperial core, from the grandeur of Hagia Sophia to the bustling maze of the Grand Bazaar. With a multilingual expert guide, explore the spiritual, political, and commercial epicenter of both Byzantine and Ottoman empires. A perfect introduction for first-time visitors. All Tours

✔️ Air-conditioned transportation from pick-up points

✔️ Multilingual licensed guide

✔️ Entry to Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, and Grand Bazaar

✔️ VAT (20%) included

❌ Meals or drinks

❌ Personal expenses and tips

Pick-Up Points:

• The Marmara Hotel (Taksim Square): 08:00–08:15 or 13:00

• Tamara Restaurant (Sultanahmet): 08:30 or 13:15

• At the chosen pickup location – Taksim or Sultanahmet

• Your guide will be holding a Citio sign

• Begin with a visit to the monumental Hagia Sophia, blending Christian and Islamic legacies

• Enter the Blue Mosque and admire its stunning symmetry and spiritual calm

• Walk across the historic Hippodrome and hear stories of emperors and riots

• Dive into the bustling Grand Bazaar, a shopper's paradise and living museum

• Wear modest clothing (headscarf required for women at mosque sites)

• Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque may be closed during prayer hours

• No smoking during the tour – regular comfort stops provided

• Bookings must be made by 16:00 for next-day participation

• Citio is not responsible for lost belongings or external site closures