Istanbul Highlights: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar

Explore Istanbul’s top attractions in half a day. Skip lines, visit Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, and shop at the Grand Bazaar.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Hippodrome - We will start our tour at the Hippodrome. Hippodrome Square, once the sporting and social hub of ancient Byzantium, could accommodate 100,000 spectators and showcased artifacts from across the empire, including the Egyptian Obelisk and the Serpent Column.
  • Blue Mosque - Our next stop will be the Blue Mosque, named for the…
What's Included
  • In-person guide: English
  • Entry/Admission - Blue Mosque
  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off
  • Entry/Admission - Hippodrome
  • Professional licensed tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Hagia Sophia Mosque Ticket
Additional Information

Explore four of Istanbul’s top attractions in a single morning with this express tour. Bypass the lengthy queues and go directly into Hagia Sophia for a guided museum tour; marvel at the stunning Blue Mosque; and learn about Istanbul’s rich history at the Hippodrome.

Conclude your tour at the Grand Bazaar, where you can watch a demonstration of traditional Turkish crafts and shop for souvenirs at the various stalls.

Location
Sultanahmet Square
Sultan Ahmet Parkı
Guests staying outside the areas we have determined must come to the meeting point. We contact the guests 1 day before the tour starts and provide the details.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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451taijal
Jun 19, 2025
We had a nice start to our Istanbul trip - This half day tour was the ideal way to explore Istanbuls. blue mosque, hagia sophia and hippodrome were all breathtaking, and our guide brought the history to life with engaging stories. The pace was just right, allowing enough time to appreciate each site without feeling rushed.
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Mikalundqvis11
Jun 18, 2025
Discover the Spirit of Istanbul - It is a great opportunity to understand the soul of Istanbul. Sultanahmet's historical texture and venues were fascinating. Our guide was very friendly and explained everything in detail. We enjoyed it very much.
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Carlos_u
May 29, 2025
Learning about the... - Learning about the history and culture was interesting. Tour guide was knowledgeable. The fashion show was new for us during a tour. The Grand Bazaar was an experience.
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Jamieel1263bu
Aug 12, 2024
Impressive and informative tour - Thanks to this tour, we had the chance to see the most iconic places of Istanbul in a short time. Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque were fascinating. Our guide's knowledge and explanation added added value to the tour.
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Rhian_m
Aug 8, 2024
Excellent schedule - The Blue Mosque, very informative. The bazaar when going with the guide was far more relaxed and we were able to sample tea and Turkish delight. We then bought some :)
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Amaliajonsson
Jul 13, 2024
Historical beauties of Istanbul in a short time - This half-day tour is a great opportunity to explore the historical sites of Istanbul quickly and effectively. Sultanahmet Square and Hagia Sophia were fascinating. Our guide was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions.
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Olhahlavickova
Jul 10, 2024
Half day in the heart of Sultanahmet - Ideal to see the most important places of the Sultanahmet region. It was very enjoyable to visit Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. Our guide was great and explained us all the details. We were very pleased.
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Davettrepanier
Jul 5, 2025
satisfactory experience - It was very satisfying for the price. The anecdotes and small stories told by the guide made the tour much more enjoyable.
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From $53
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).