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Tours/Istanbul/Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour

Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour

5.0(7)Istanbul1–3 hours
VIATOR5.0(1)TRIPADVISOR5.0(6)
Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour
Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour
Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour
Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour
Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour
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Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour
Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour
Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour
Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour
Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour
Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour

At a glance

Duration
1–3 hours
Price from
$42 / person
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 7 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meeting point
German Fountain is next to the Sultanahmet tram station.
Confirmation
Within 24h

Description

In this guided tour you will witness the history of the Istanbul. Your guide will show you the best photo spots of the area. Your guide will explain you the local famous street foods.

Tour Options

Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

30 min

Our guide will meet you in front of the German Fountain. Your tour will start with The Hippodrome of Constantinople. You will see The Roman and Ottoman Empire relicts. In the Hippodrome you will see The Obelisk of Theodosius, The Serpent Column and the Column of Constantin.

45 min

Your next stop will be The Blue mosque and the photo spots of the area. Your guide will explain you the importance of The Blue Mosque. While visiting The Blue Mosque you must remove your shoes and ladies must cover their hair.

Pass by

After visiting The Blue Mosque you will see The Hagia Sophia from the outside and your guide will explain you all the details about Hagia Sophia.

50 min

The biggest old time bazaar of Istanbul. You can try the traditional Turkish delight and fruit tea kinds in here.Your guide will take you to taste the traditional Turkish tea. Your tour will end at the meeting point.

What's included

Included
Traditional Turkish tea
English speaking licensed tour guide
Turkish Delight
Entrance of The Blue Mosque
Not included
Entrance of The Hagia Sophia
tips
gratitudes
Meals
Blue mosque is not operating until 02:30 pm on Friday

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

How long does Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour take?

Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour lasts about 1–3 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.

How much does Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour cost?

Prices start at $42 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 Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour 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. Pickup points include MEET_AT_DEPARTURE_POINT, CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyDLfwuy80Q5Td29khhAMb9A=.

What languages is Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.

Is Old City Secrets: Sultanahmet Exploration Tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 7 verified reviews; it is run by Guided Istanbul Tours.

Reviews(7)

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391melihy
June 16, 2026
Melih

Rabia was an absolutely wonderful guide! Warm, knowledgeable, and passionate about Istanbul, she made every moment enjoyable and memorable. Her insights and friendly personality truly made our experience special. Thank you, Rabia, for such an amazing tour—I highly recommend her to anyone visiting Istanbul!

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elifgizem_2026
June 16, 2026
Best tour in Istanbul

Fantastic tour and a great guide! Very informative, friendly, and well organized. We learned so much about Istanbul and had a wonderful time. Highly recommended!

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Savaş Ö
June 14, 2026
Epic incredible experience with Rabia

Rabia is an absolute gem of a guide! Everything went incredibly smoothly. Her deep knowledge and genuine passion for history made our tour so much fun. We will definitely be back and look forward to meeting her again. Don’t hesitate to book a tour with Rabia!

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katiejT8758BV
November 2, 2025
Best tour ever

I joined the tour for old city with my lovely guide Rabia. She was amazing explained every detail about the city and she was funny and patient. For a small daily trip this tour was the best decision I made. Thank you Rabia

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802sudy
October 30, 2025
Rabia was excellent

I booked one day guided tour . Rabia was amazing . We went to blue mosque hippodrome and grand bazaar . I highly recommend this tour

5
57roseee
October 30, 2025
Amazing day istanbul

Rabia was amazing and very knowledgeable. We visited with her Blue Mosque ,Grand Bazaar, Hagia Sophia ,Basillica cistern and ı learnt lots of thinks from her . Take this tour she is the best tour guide ever she is very flexible you can manage itinerary with her

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Sila_N
July 20, 2025
Best Tour Ever

Rabia was amazing. She explained us the city history and the famous street food of Istanbul. She gave us small tips about being a tourist in Istanbul. The best tour for a short stay. A lot of walking but worth it. It felt good to have a professional licensed guide with us. I strongly recommend this tour.

$42/ person
5.0(7)
Duration1–3 hours
LanguagesEN
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
Travellers1–15 pax
ConfirmationWithin 24h
OperatorGuided Istanbul Tours
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