Brief Details
Tour of "Sultan Ahmet Center", the heart of the "Old City" from where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires were ruled.
Price: EUR 30.-/per person
- It runs everyday.
- Duration: 4 Hours
Tour Itinerary
HAGIA SOPHIA, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian.
BLUE MOSQUE, facing Hagia Sophia, famous with its blue Iznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet.
HIPPODROME, center of sportive events (chariot races, athletics) and political activities of the old city. Serpentine Column, Obelisk of Theodosius, German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating the Hippodrome.
GRAND COVERED BAZAAR, most attractive shopping center and biggest "souk" in the world with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewellery, gold, carpets, leatherware and souvenirs.
Tour Remarks
- Half Day Morning Tours terminate at Sultanahmet Center in front of Hagia Sophia
- Hagia Sophia is closed on Monday, It is replaced with Kariye (St. Savior in Chora) Museum
- Grand Covered Bazaar is closed on Sunday, It is replaced with Kariye (St. Savior in Chora) Museum
What's included in the price?
- All transportation by non-smoking and airconditioned vehicle
- Guiding
- Museum Entrance Fees
