Istanbul travel guide: tickets, best time & real costs
Istanbul Tour - Half Day Afternoon
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3–4 hours
- Price from
- $200 / person
- Location
- Istanbul, Türkiye
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 10 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Up to 25 people
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Turkey Tours Planners
Description
Topkapi Museum is the big one.. the most important museum of Turkey and the Balkan Peninsula. It is an incomparably rich treasure-chest, brimming with things of historical importance. First, second, third and fourth courtyards, the Audience Hall, Divan -the high court-, Historical Kitchens, Royal Stables, the Treasury, Gardens, Kiosks... Probably the best commentary on Ottoman History, art, and its culture is simply to come directly to the First Courtyard of this amazing Palace. Next place to see is Hagia Irene Church (from outside). Our final Places of interest are Caferaga Mederse and Sogukcesme Street. To see these things with a great guide.... well, you will never be quite the same ever again.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 1:00 PM
- Next available
- Mon, Nov 2
- Adult (ages 9+)
- $200
- Child (ages 3–8)
- $200
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 1.
Tour Options
Itinerary
TopkapI Palace
The Topkapı Palace, or the Seraglio, is a large museum in Istanbul, Turkey. In the 15th century, it served as the main residence and administrative headquarters of the Ottoman sultans. Construction began in 1459, ordered by Mehmed the Conqueror, six years after the conquest of Constantinople. Note: Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesday. It will be replaced with Chora Museum, Caferaga Medrese is closed on Mondays and it will be replaced with Blue mosque.
Hagia Irene Museum
Hagia Irene or Hagia Eirene it is optional if you want to buy the tickets €25 it will cost you. sometimes known also as Saint Irene, is a Greek Eastern Orthodox church located in the outer courtyard of Topkapı Palace in Istanbul. It is one of the few churches in Istanbul that has not been converted into a mosque. The Hagia Irene today operates as a museum and concert hall.
Caferaga Medresesi
The Caferağa Medresseh is a former medrese, located in Istanbul, Turkey, next to the Hagia Sophia. It was built in 1559 by Mimar Sinan on the orders of Cafer Ağa, during the reign of Sultan Süleyman the Magnificent.
Sogukcesme Sokak
Soğukçeşme Sokağı is a small street with historic houses in the Sultanahmet neighborhood of Istanbul, Turkey, sandwiched in-between the Hagia Sophia and Topkapı Palace. The car-free zone street is named after the fountain situated at its end towards Gülhane Park.
What's included
Included
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Lunch
Hagia Sophia museum extra entrance 25 Euro if you would like to visit
Pickup Locations & Times
We offer pickup from all hotels in Central Istanbul. If you want more information about pick please contact us first before booking.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
10 reviews
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Istanbul Tour - Half Day Afternoon take?
Istanbul Tour - Half Day Afternoon lasts about 3–4 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Istanbul Tour - Half Day Afternoon cost?
Prices start at $200 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Istanbul Tour - Half Day Afternoon run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 1:00 PM.
How much does Istanbul Tour - Half Day Afternoon cost for children?
Children aged 3–8 pay from $200, adults from $200. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Istanbul Tour - Half Day Afternoon for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We offer pickup from all hotels in Central Istanbul. If you want more information about pick please contact us first before booking. Pickup points include Harbour Suites Old City, Atlantis Royal Hotel.
What languages is Istanbul Tour - Half Day Afternoon offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(10)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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