THE ESSENTIALS - HIGHLIGHTS AND SECRET GEMS OF ISTANBUL
Book this Free Tour of the Old Town to discover the old part of Istanbul and learn about Roman and Ottoman history, culture and tradition.
What are you going to visit and see during the tour?
- Hippodrome
- The Walled Obelisk
- Obelisk of Theodosius
- Serpent column
- German fountain
- Blue Mosque (outside)
- Haseki Hurrem bathroom (outside)
- Hagia Sophia (outside)
- Topkapi Palace (outside)
- Archaeological Museum (exterior)
- Souk Cesme Street (Old Ottoman Houses)
- Gülhane Park (exterior)
- Eminönü district, the heart of the old part of the city because you can have a view that allows you to see the Golden Horn, the Bosphorus, Galata Bridge, Galata Tower, Soleiman Mosque
- Yeni Camii (New Mosque)
- Spice Market.
Useful information for the travellers:
You can meet the guide he will be waiting with a yellow umbrella!
- It is recommended to bring comfortable and casual shoes.
- Be prepared for any weather conditions and have the right equipment.
- For interior visits of religious buildings ladies can carry a extra scarf and cover.
- When the tour ends you will be able to pay the guru whatever you consider fair. Some will pay €10, others $50. It's up to you! (minimum amount suggested is €10 per person around the world.)
Other tours by this guru
Other cities after visiting İstanbul
How does a free tour work?
Choose and book
Select a tour, date and time. Booking is free.
Enjoy the tour
Go to the meeting point and live the experience with your guide.
Pay what you want
At the end, you decide how much to pay based on your satisfaction.
