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Top Spots Walking Tour between the Old City and Taksim

Duration: 6h
Languages: English
Quality Verified Registered on April 25, 2021

Welcome to Istanbul! I have studied tourism and hospitality management. My parents were travel agents, writers and tour guides. Same as my parents, my co-hosts and I have the passion for tours and experiences. All of us want to share with you the beauties and historical spots in Istanbul. As long as you are in Istanbul you are my guest

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Enjoy unlimited sightseeing at the Top Spots between the Old City, Sultanahmet and Taksim. Discover the very best of Istanbul at this walking tour, have fun at a great tour with an insider guide, experience local markets, taste Turkish Delights and visit the most popular Instagram spots.

► 4 hours sightseeing
► Break for lunch and refreshments
► 5,1 KM  (3,17 miles) moderate walking
► Amazing locations!

Highlights: 

  • Unforgettable and personable local guides and storytellers
  • Explore Istanbul's culture and history
  • A visit to all the top landmarks
  • The best Instagram spots
  • Perfect route created for an incredible journey
  • Itinerary that includes local favorites off the tourist path
  • Gain unique insider access
  • Enjoy the taste of Istanbul’s best foods
  • Unlimited sightseeing
  • Best tour guaranteed!


The Walking Route:

Old City Sultanahmet to Grand Bazaar
Explore the highlights of Ottoman and Byzantine heritage including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace Garden.

Grand Bazaar to Spice Market
Capture amazing pictures from rooftops, visit a local food market and try spices, herbs and Turkish Delights.

Tunnel Square, via Taksim area to Galata Tower
Follow in the footsteps of the Italian, Greek, Jewish, Austrian, Russian and German cosmopolitan cultures which once resided here and discover famous sites such as the Galata Tower, Dervish Lodge and Tunnel Square.
 
Marvel at the most colorful European Istanbul shopping street and admire neo-classical and art nouveau architecture, passing by old book shops, art galleries, vibrant street art, the flower passage, the fish market, consulate buildings from past centuries and stunning churches.

After the tour you will get insider tips from your expert guide and can go up the Galata Tower or visit the Dervish Lodge.



Come on and enjoy this amazing tour! 

Important Information:
Bring suitable footwear, money for extras or gratuities and your Istanbul Welcome Card or Istanbulkart to make use of public transportation. 

Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays. 
At Sundays we will see the Bazaar from outside only.

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  • Meeting point:
    Cankurtaran, Ayasofya Meydanı No:10, ...
    Cankurtaran, Ayasofya Meydanı No:10, 34093 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey
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    Meet your Istanbul Welcome Card guide (dressed in red), at the Hürrem Sultan Hamam. It is located below the trees, next to the newspaper kiosk and across from the Hagia Sophia. If you can not find him please call the emergency number provided by the company.

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Arina 05 May 2021
Novosibirsk

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Travelled in group - May 2021
where do i even start.. the sights were beautiful, because of the lockdown, lack of crowd and traffic allowed us to take really good pictures in an empty city. it was a bit sad that all the shops and restaurants were closed but both of the guides in both stages were very caring and professional and made us visualize the missing atmosphere of the vibrant days. overall it was fun, could have been better if the shops and cafes were open, but honestly we got a bit tired, we're not used to walk so much in one day afterall :) i'd highly recommend you bring comfy shoes for this tour. but totally worth it for a free tour, i've never seen so many places in a free tour before.
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Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
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