Items | Ottoman Empire, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Private Tour Istanbul
Ottoman Empire, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Private Tour Istanbul
Courtyard
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience 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.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Follow in the footsteps of the great sultans of the Ottoman Empire as you visit the Sultanahmet Old City. See Hagia Sophia, the Grand Bazaar, and more. Optional: fast-track access to the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace Museum with a Private Guide.
Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:
2-hour: Ottoman Old City Discover the history of the Ottoman Empire as you explore the Sultanahmet Old City, Nuruosmaniye Mosque, Grand Bazaar, and so much more.
3-hour: Ottoman Old City & Blue Mosque Discover the history of the Ottoman Empire as you visit the Blue Mosque and explore the Sultanahmet Old City, Nuruosmaniye Mosque, Grand Bazaar, and so much more.
4-hour...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 4 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 4 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
- (number of attractions depends on the option selected)
Free entry to Blue Mosque (3- and 4-hour options only)
Fast-track tickets to Topkapi Palace Museum (4-hour options only)
Free entry to Grand Bazaar and Nuruosmaniye Mosque
Private Walking Tour of Istanbul’s Old City and the Ottoman Empire History
5-Star Licensed Guide who fluent in the language of your choice
Fast-track to Topkapi Palace Museum (4-hour options only)
Tickets to Topkapi Palace Harem (optional, payable on the site)
Free entry to Blue Mosque (2hour option )
Meeting Points
Departure
Carpet Museum
Meet your guide in front of Halı Müzesi - the Carpet Museum (opposite Topkapı Cafe, behind Hagia Sophia), Foundations Regional Directorate Carpet Museum Sultanahmet Mosque, Alemdar, 34122 Courtyard/İstanbul, Türkiye. Please do not enter the building.
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Ottoman Empire, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Private Tour Istanbul
Courtyard
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Follow in the footsteps of the great sultans of the Ottoman Empire as you visit the Sultanahmet Old City. See Hagia Sophia, the Grand Bazaar, and more. Optional: fast-track access to the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace Museum with a Private Guide.
Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:
2-hour: Ottoman Old City Discover the history of the Ottoman Empire as you explore the Sultanahmet Old City, Nuruosmaniye Mosque, Grand Bazaar, and so much more.
3-hour: Ottoman Old City & Blue Mosque Discover the history of the Ottoman Empire as you visit the Blue Mosque and explore the Sultanahmet Old City, Nuruosmaniye Mosque, Grand Bazaar, and so much more.
4-hour...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 4 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 4 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
- (number of attractions depends on the option selected)
Free entry to Blue Mosque (3- and 4-hour options only)
Fast-track tickets to Topkapi Palace Museum (4-hour options only)
Free entry to Grand Bazaar and Nuruosmaniye Mosque
Private Walking Tour of Istanbul’s Old City and the Ottoman Empire History
5-Star Licensed Guide who fluent in the language of your choice
Fast-track to Topkapi Palace Museum (4-hour options only)
Tickets to Topkapi Palace Harem (optional, payable on the site)
Free entry to Blue Mosque (2hour option )
Meeting Points
Departure
Carpet Museum
Meet your guide in front of Halı Müzesi - the Carpet Museum (opposite Topkapı Cafe, behind Hagia Sophia), Foundations Regional Directorate Carpet Museum Sultanahmet Mosque, Alemdar, 34122 Courtyard/İstanbul, Türkiye. Please do not enter the building.
Return
Itinerary
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Carpet Museum
Meet your guide in front of Halı Müzesi - the Carpet Museum (opposite Topkapı Cafe, behind Hagia Sophia), Foundations Regional Directorate Carpet Museum Sultanahmet Mosque, Alemdar, 34122 Courtyard/İstanbul, Türkiye. Please do not enter the building, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
10 minutes
2
Topkapi Palace
Begin at the imposing gates of Topkapi Palace, once the seat of Ottoman power. Gaze upon the majestic Hagia Sophia, which was converted into an imperial mosque after the conquest of Constantinople in 1453. Learn how it became the spiritual heart of the empire, where sultans prayed before battles.
1 hour
3
Sultanahmet Square
Continue to Sultanahmet Square, once the site of the ancient Hippodrome, later transformed into a grand public space where the sultans held ceremonies, parades, and public spectacles to display their might. Marvel at the iconic Blue Mosque, a testament to the artistic and architectural brilliance of the Ottomans.
1 hour
4
Nuruosmaniye Mosque
Our Licensed Local Guide will help you uncover the city's iconic landmarks and hidden gems like the Nuruosmaniye Mosque in a personalized, engaging experience.
20 minutes
5
Grand Bazaar
The tour will end at the Grand Bazaar, a bustling marketplace that once served as the commercial heart of the empire, where merchants traded silk, spices, and gold under the watchful eye of the sultans. In addition to exploring its fascinating history, the guide will gladly give you tips on how to bargain like a local!
30 minutes
6
Blue Mosque
Tour to step inside the Blue Mosque - one of the most important UNESCO sites in Istanbul! Visit this architectural marvel and admire its stunning interiors, featuring intricate Iznik tiles, grand domes, and beautiful calligraphy. Your Expert Guide will explain the significance of its design, the rituals performed inside, and its role in Istanbul’s cultural and religious life. It'll be an enlightening experience for everyone!
