Blue Mosque
A magnificent series of domes and semi-domes, six slender minarets sprouting from the corners of the mosque, a spacious courtyard, and finally, its grand yet elegant proportions make the Blue Mosque one of the world's architectural marvels.

Hippodrome and Obelisks
The ancient Hippodrome, the scene of chariot races and the center of Byzantine civic life, stands in the open space before the Blue Mosque.

Hagia Sophia Mosque
Hagia Sophia was built at the command of Emperor Justinian from 532 to 537. The courtyard contains several minor but fascinating Ottoman structures.

Topkapi Palace
As the administrative center for nearly 400 years of the Ottoman Empire and one of the world's greatest empires, Topkapi Palace is undoubtedly Istanbul's most important historical site. It is also one of Europe's most frequently visited museums, with more than 2.5 million visitors annually. In 1461, less than ten years after the Conquest, Fatih Mehmet ordered the construction of Topkapi Sarayi, a palace known as Dar-us Saadet, the "House of Felicity." Topkapi Sarayi remained the seat of the Ottoman Sultans until 1868, when Abdülmecit I moved to the European-style Dolmabahçe Palace farther up the Bosphorus. (Closed on Tuesdays)

Grand Bazaar
The Grand Bazaar was built at the command of Fatih Mehmet shortly after the Conquest. It contains 4399 shops, 2195 workshops, 497 stalls, and 18 fountains (Closed on Sundays)

Our recommendation:
After the day's tour ends and you have free time, we recommend visiting the Spice Bazaar to enjoy the sights and smells of Turkish tea, spices, and candies. You will be alone here as it's not part of your tour package, but you will have plenty of time and can return to your hotel.

Important Notes:

Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays

Blue Mosque: Due to Friday prayers, we are unable to visit the Blue Mosque before 14:00 on Fridays.

Hagia Sophia: Due to Friday prayers, Hagia Sophia Mosque is closed to visitors after 12:00 on Fridays.

These visiting regulations have been updated for 2026. In case of any further changes, our operation team will inform you upon reservation.

Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays

-We provide pickups from hotels in central areas in the following vicinities: Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Laleli, Aksaray, and Taksim area. Pickup from anywhere outside these areas may incur an extra charge. Speak to our crew if you have any questions.