Free tour
Imperial Sights of Istanbul
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Guru: Ahmet
Registered on 8 September 2021
Hi! I am Ahmet, a professional tour guide licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Tourism and Culture and all my tours are being conducted under the regulations and price policy of the Ministry. Feel free to contact me for more information.....
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free
Tour description
If this is your first time to Istanbul, you’ll be spending most of your time in the historical peninsula as it is home to most of the worldwide famous sights. The historical peninsula of Istanbul is the area south of the Golden Horn and consists of districts such as Beyazit, Eminonu, Fatih, Kumkapi, Sirkeci, Suleymaniye, Sultanahmet and Tahtakale. Ones you will hopefully like to explore and wander around in as a guruwalker.
Below are top 10 picks worth visiting:
- Hagia Sophia
- Topkapi Palace - Outside
- Sultanahmet Mosque
- German Fountain
- Basilica Cistern - Outside
- Cold Fountain Street (Street of Wooden Houses)
- Obelisk of Theodosius
- Knitted Obelisk
- Serpentine Column
- Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts - Outside
I invite you to discover Istanbul’s historical peninsula, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986 which has been an important witness to world history, is the heart of ancient Istanbul where three major empires were ruled.
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
Binbirdirek, Sultanahmet, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey
I will be by the Sultanahmet tramway stop with a black umbrella.
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.
Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
