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Communication before the...
Communication before the trip was good and helpful. The tour itself took place with a well-informed and nice guide.
Night Walking Tour in Istanbul Old City
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $46 / person
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 8 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 8
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- Our guide will be waiting with an orange umbrella at the entrance of the Ayasofya Mosque
- Confirmation
- Instant
Description
This is a unique tour in Istanbul which is running at night. It is a unique experience for the guests who like to explore the old city of Istanbul at night time. Our professional guide will be accompanying us and our tour will conclude after visiting Small Hagia Sophia and have free coffee and tea at the garden of the mosque with a great local experience
Tour Options
Itinerary
Our first stop will be Hagia Sophia Mosque, which is considered as the best and the most visited sights in Istanbul. Hagia Sophia is a former church and museum and declared as one of the world’s greatest architectural works and accepted as the 8th wonder of the world. Built as a church in 325, Hagia Sophia was rebuilt in 537 and was converted into a mosque by Fatih Sultan Mehmet after the conquest of Istanbul in 1453. Serving as a museum since 1935, a decree on 10th of July 2020 to formally declare the Hagia Sophia as a mosque.
This wondrous building is perhaps the most photographed site in Istanbul and one of Istanbul’s most iconic buildings, the Sultan Ahmet Mosque was built in the early 17th century as an audacious reassertion of Ottoman power. The mosque is famed for its magnificent blue interior. It is lined with over 20,000 handmade Iznik ceramic tiles in over 50 different designs, increasing in flamboyance from the lower levels up to the galleries. Working closely with architect Sedefhar Mehmet Aga, the sultan ordered six minarets to be constructed on the mosque, a controversial decision as the only other mosque in the world with this number of minarets was in Mecca. Both within and outside the mosque, its multiple domes create a magnificent effect: a cascade from the outside, while from inside the domes reinforce the eyes' gaze upwards toward the center of the mosque, which soars toward heaven.
Hippodrome of Constantinople, was a public arena mainly for chariot races and was also home to gladiatorial games, official ceremonies, celebrations, protests, torture to the convicts, and so on. Hippodrome functioned all in Roman (203-330 CE), Byzantine (330-1453 CE), and Ottoman (1453-1922) periods.
Little Hagia Sophia, a former Greek Orthodox church during the Byzantine period, currently functions as a mosque. The original name of Little Hagia Sophia was “The Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus” which was dedicated to two young saints: St. Sergius and St. Bacchus. The Church of Sts. Sergius and Bacchus was built in 536 CE by Justinian I. Architecture of Little Hagia Sophia church is unique and not similar with Hagia Sophia. The structure has an octagonal nave inscribed within an irregular rectangle and is covered by 17 meters diameter umbrella dome. The church was converted into a mosque in 1513, sixty years after the conquest of Constantinople. Today, the temple functions as a mosque and welcomes visitors every day except prayer times
What's included
Included
Professional Guiding
Coffee and/or Tea
Not included
Dinner
Traveller Ratings
4.8
8 reviews
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long does Night Walking Tour in Istanbul Old City take?
Night Walking Tour in Istanbul Old City lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Night Walking Tour in Istanbul Old City cost?
Prices start at $46 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.
Can I cancel Night Walking Tour in Istanbul Old City for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Our guide will be waiting with an orange umbrella at the entrance of the Ayasofya Mosque. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Night Walking Tour in Istanbul Old City 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 8 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Night Walking Tour in Istanbul Old City worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 8 verified reviews; it is run by Turkey Escapades.
Reviews(8)
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An amazing experience in Turkey !
We had a wonderful experience, visiting Turkey, passing through different cities thanks to our driver Omer, and while discovering their different Turkish culture and stories told by our guideTolga, it was really super interesting, they are also very kind and friendly, the whole trip was super well organized and coordinated, also Tolga was able to show us some small local places that we surely would not have found on our own For those who are soon going to Turkey, I highly recommend , it’s a unique experience to live, you will not regret it! Thank you for everything!
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Tour guide with Tolga
We had an amazing experience in Turkey thanks to our guide Tolga and our driver Omer. Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish. They were very well coordinated, always on time, fast, and incredibly professional. Tolga shared so much about Turkish culture, history, and local traditions — we learned and discovered so many beautiful places. Omer drove safely and smoothly the entire time, which made us feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the trip. They truly think about every detail and plan everything in advance. Thanks to them, our trip was unforgettable. I highly recommend them to anyone visiting Turkey
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Very nice
Tolga and Omer goat💪💪 love you guys
C
Turkey
Great experience with a great guide and driver
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I had an amazing experience in Turkey thanks to our guide Tolga and our driver Omer! They were super fast, very efficien
I had an amazing experience in Turkey thanks to our guide Tolga and our driver Omer! They were super fast, very efficient, and everything was perfectly organized from start to finish. They are also very kind and friendly, which made the whole trip even more enjoyable. They plan everything in advance, so you don’t have to worry about anything. Everything was smooth and well prepared. It was honestly an incredible experience! Tolga knows all the best spots in Turkey and showed us amazing places we would never have found on our own. I highly recommend them to anyone visiting Turkey — you won’t regret it!
K
Guide was over half an...
Guide was over half an hour late. The tour had no tea/water as outlined in the description. Only two sights were open. Your only took 1 hour so I feel like I didn’t get what I paid for. Tour guide was nice, however, and he took me through the gardens as an add on for free and that is why I gave two stars.
K
Wonderful Honeymoon
It’s amazing.we enjoyed a lot .the travel agency man is so kind and help full.all the guides are also so kind and friendly.all thing they explained very well and services are also so excellent all things they are arranged very well.they give us lots of unforgettable memories.we loved it.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your reviews and great to hear that you have a nice honeymoon. Hope to see you again. Regards Mehmet Darga
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