1 day · Istanbul itinerary
Istanbul in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary
Only have one day in Istanbul? You can still see Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Topkapi. Here is how to spend one perfect day in Istanbul’s old city — plus the best-rated tours to book.
At a glance
- 1Hagia Sophia
- 2Blue Mosque
- 3Topkapi Palace
- 4Grand Bazaar
Morning: Sultanahmet
Start with Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, the twin icons facing each other.
Midday: Topkapi Palace
Explore the opulent Topkapi Palace and its treasury and Harem.
Afternoon: the bazaars
Visit the Basilica Cistern and lose yourself in the Grand Bazaar.
Book the experiences in this itinerary
Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Istanbul — prices per person.
