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Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace & Grand Bazaar Tour

6 Reviews 4.50 out of 5 stars Based on 6 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor | Istanbul, Turkey
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On average, this is booked 33 (0) days in advance.

8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

We will start this tour, which includes history from start to finish, by picking you up from your hotel in the morning. Then you will start to visit these important structures, places that reflect the history and cultural richness of Istanbul and are visited by millions of tourists every year. The Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar, with their historical atmosphere, architectural beauties and important works, are some of the most important places to see in Istanbul.

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Entry/Admission - Grand Bazaar
  • Entry/Admission - Blue Mosque
  • Hagia Sophia Mosque Ticket
  • Topkapı Palace Ticket
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Meeting and Pickup

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We have a free hotel pick-up service for guests staying in Aksaray, Laleli, Eminönü, Sirkeci, Sultanahmet, Taksim, Şişhane, Kabataş and Karaköy districts. We pick up guests from their hotels between 07:30 and 08:15, depending on the distance of the hotel location. We give the pick-up time 1 day in advance, depending on the guest's hotel.

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Küçük Ayasofya
Sultan Ahmet Parkı No:2, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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Hippodrome

It is the place where the sports activities of Constantinople, which is called Eastern Rome, are held. There are works such as the German Fountain, the Egyptian Obelisk, and the Serpentine Column.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Blue Mosque

Blue Mosque, as known as the Sultanahmet Mosque, this breath-taking building is one of the most majestic Ottoman mosques in all of Turkey. Also, it was built with unique 6 minarets.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

Haghia Sophia was built as a church in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian then in 1453 renovated into a mosque by Ottoman Emperor Fatih Sultan Mehmet. It was converted into a museum in 1935 and It was converted in 2020 renovated into a mosque and welcoming both local and foreign visitors. It has great spiritual value.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Topkapi Palace Museum

Topkapi Palace, which hosted the Ottoman dynasty for many years, was used as the education, administration and art center of the state. Your tour guide will give you detailed information about the imperial treasury, holy Islamic relics, palace kitchens, weapons. (closed on Tuesday)
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Hagia Irene Museum

It is one of the oldest Byzantine churches in Istanbul, was the 2nd largest church of the Eastern Roman Empire after Hagia Sophia. (Closed on Tuesday)
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Grand Bazaar

Grand Bazaar, is the biggest market and the most attractive shopping center of Istanbul which has lots of shopping oppurtunities with carpets, leather, jewellery, turkish delight, gold, antique tiles etc.. (Closed on Sunday and Official Holidays)
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2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace & Grand Bazaar Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Lunch
  • Entry/Admission - Grand Bazaar
  • Entry/Admission - Blue Mosque
  • Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off
  • Entry/Admission - Hippodrome
  • Professional Licensed Tour Guide
  • Hagia Sophia Mosque Ticket
  • Topkapı Palace Ticket

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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