Istanbul Highlights! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı and More
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Is Istanbul Highlights! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı and More worth booking?
Istanbul Highlights! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı and More is a 8-hour experience in Istanbul, Turkey, from $100 per person. It scores 91 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 664 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 91 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (664)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $100 per person
This tour is a must in Istanbul with a small group (10 people max) with all the tickets included! We start from German Fountain- a gift of Kaiser Wilhelm next to Roman Hippodrome, where the chariot races were organised a
What you get
About this experience
This tour is a must in Istanbul with a small group (10 people max) with all the tickets included! We start from German Fountain- a gift of Kaiser Wilhelm next to Roman Hippodrome, where the chariot races were organised and take place. Blue Mosque the only mosque with six minarets. Next, you will see the. Hagia Sophia - The Church of Divine Wisdom is the highlight of this day. Following the visits you will be guided to Nakkas Cistern and presented to a presentation of old Istanbul and demonstration of Turkish Handicrafts and Grand Bazaar for thousand of shops. Magnificent Topkapı Museum is the big one, the most important museum of Turkey and Balkan Peninsula. First, second, third and fourth courtyards; the Audience Hall, Treasury, gardens, kiosks. Hagia Irene Church. Your lunch will be served en route in a local and authentic restaurant where you will be able to taste various types of local tastes. To see these things with a great guide. Well, you will never be quite the same again.
What's included
Included
- Topkapı palace + Harem + Hagia Irene (Combine Tickets)Included! ’$62 USD’
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- English Speaking Professional Tour Guide
- Tea and coffee
- Hagia Sophia Ticket Included! ‘$28.5 USD’
Not included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
German Fountain
In hippodrome square built in late Ottoman period sent by German king Whilliam the 2nd.
15 minutes here
Blue Mosque
Free entrance. Most visited mosque of Istanbul dating 1616 and every detail of this beautiful structure.
45 minutes here
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
Entry admission fees for Hagia Sophia €25 is included in the tour price!
30 minutes here · Admission included
Obelisk of Theodosius
In between Ibrahim Pasha palace and Blue Mosque 35 hundred years old of an masterpecie and its dept history will be given by your guide.
15 minutes here
Serpent Column
24 hundred years of history brouth to Constantiople in 4rt century
15 minutes here
Hippodrome
Hippodrome was built for the biggest entertainment of roman citizens.
15 minutes here
Nakkas Oriental Rugs & Textiles
Naklibent cistern with exhibition of Ancient Constantinople and Hippodrome ruins. Constantinople in 1200 AD Exhibition. Demonstration of Turkish Handicrafts.
20 minutes here
Grand Bazaar
4 thousand shops and 62 streets
60 minutes here
Lunch break in well known restaurant nearby Blue Mosque, Tamara restaurant Soup of the day Mix kebab, or (vegetarian option) Local dessert or fruit
60 minutes here · Admission included
TopkapI Palace
biggest palace in Istanbul which served Ottoman Empire's 25 Sultans
120 minutes here · Admission included
Hagia Irene Museum
6th century church of holly piece
20 minutes here · Admission included
Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum (Turk ve Islam Eserleri Muzesi)
In the same square as Hippodrome square
Pass by without stopping
Column of Constantine
The forum square built by emperor Constantine in 4th century
10 minutes here
Nuruosmaniye Camii
18th century earliest Mosque Built with baroque style
10 minutes here
Jewelry Market
Antique and jewellery market of Grand Bazaar
15 minutes here
Sogukcesme Sokak
On the side to Topkapi Palace walls a street with mansion built in Ottoman period
5 minutes here
Divanyolu Street
Ceremonial Street of Ottoman empire
10 minutes here
This tour will also cover Harem Museum Of Topkapi Palace
20 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Istanbul
German Fauntain is just by Blue Mosque and 2 mınutes walk from Sultan Ahmet Tram Station
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
German Fauntain is just by Blue Mosque and 2 mınutes walk from Sultan Ahmet Tram Station
Options you can book
Private Guided Tour
Private Guidance Servise Duration: 7 hours 3 course lunch: Startters Mix Kebab Menu or Vegetarian option Dessert and Tea Tailoring the route : With your private guide you can add and skip some of the sites upon your will and tailor the itinerary for the day together.
Best of Istanbul Small group!
Licensed Experienced TourGuide Duration: 8 hours 3 Course Lunch Included : Red lentil soup Small Salad and Meze Mix Kebab Plate ( Kebab meatballs, Chicken Shish Kebab, Pide, Lahmacun) Desert, Tea Walking tour old town : Old town of Istanbul is closed for traffic and all the sites are walking distance!
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Oguzhan Ceylan
Know before you go
- 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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Ladies best bring a head scarf (if not available, it can be arranged during the tour)
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 664 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
664 verified traveler reviews for Istanbul Highlights! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı and More. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
🌟 Oğuzhan is the absolute BEST!!! 🌟
I can't even begin to speak highly enough about this experience! Oğuzhan ticks all the boxes for what you should look for in a tour guide. He is absolutely brilliant in his knowledge of history and linguistics and I learned so much from him about the incredibly complex history of this region and especially the places we visited. Beyond his knowledge and incredible storytelling, he was a kind and thoughtful guide, always making sure that everyone in our group was comfortable. We were all well fed and hydrated! He's incredibly personable and has a wonderful demeanor and sense of humor. As a result, our tour group bonded like friends...which was lovely for spending a day all together. One thing I also noticed was how he interacted with other guides and the hosts of the establishments we visited. It was evident that he is a well-respected member of the community and that says a lot about him as a human. I would be remiss if I did not talk about his photography skills. ☺️ As a solo traveler, I am rarely able to capture photos of myself during my travels that are not selfies. I read about Ozzy's photography skills in other people's reviews, and was intrigued. I have to say, he lived up to the hype! I'm forever grateful for the gorgeous photos he captured of not just me, but our entire group. I want to touch upon one last thing. Previous reviewers wrote about visiting some local businesses and how they felt it was "salesy". Don't listen to them! Visiting these places was a wonderful way to learn about local trades. I even got to try my own hand at pottery on the wheel as a part of this. And if you want to support these local craftspeople, then go ahead and buy something...but there was certainly no pressure and the experience was beautiful. I could go on and on about the experience I had on this tour (and I have! 😆). If you made this far in my review, I hope your next move is to book the tour...you won't regret it!
via Viator
An Unforgettable Tour with an Amazing Guide!
Oguzhan was an absolutely fantastic tour guide! He was incredibly friendly, accommodating, knowledgeable, and professional. He made the entire day so much fun and went above and beyond to make sure everyone in the group had a great experience. He was also amazing at taking lots of pictures throughout the day, capturing so many great memories for us. Oguzhan is a true history buff, and his passion and knowledge really made the tour come alive. I couldn’t recommend this tour—and Oguzhan—more highly. If you’re considering this tour, book it! You’ll be in excellent hands.
via Viator
Great guide - Burak
Burak was one of the best tour guide. Very knowledgeable, very patient, and respectful. Traveled with my daughter and thoroughly enjoyed his company.
via Tripadvisor
You MUST do this Tour
This tour was fantastic from start to finish. Our guide Oguzhan (Ozzie) was truly knowledgeable and answered any questions we had. This is a remarkable tour and you get to be amazed all day. It is a day I’ll remember always. Book today you won’t regret it. Highly recommend. Follow Ozzie on instagram, he’s a talented artist. @art.oguzha n.ceylan
via Viator
Best Tour guide experience!
Oguzhan was absolutely incredible! He stuck with us the whole time, was very informative, kind, honest, friendly and professional. He was very knowledgeable on all the sites - you could ask him any question and he’d have the answer! He put in so much effort into his trade, maintained a positive tone for the whole day and genuinely wanted us to experience the best of Istanbul. He even gave us tips for other things we should do and places to eat for the remainder of our holiday. He was also very timely, had great English (in addition to speaking the local language), spoke very clearly and was very engaging for all age groups. Our tour was 9 hours, but it absolutely flew by! And even if you couldn’t think of a question, he’d always have interesting knowledge up his sleeve ready to share - he didn’t let a second of your time go to waste! He was also very accommodating of our curiosity and willing to diplomatically answer questions about culture, religion etc Further, he was excellent with communication leading up to the tour (via WhatsApp), and made sure to prepare us with the things we needed to bring - scarfs, water etc.. He was also very responsive to everyone’s needs on tour - made sure there were plenty of stops for water and bathroom breaks. He also took plenty of photos for our group, and had some fantastic photography skills too, which really meant a lot for our memories. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Thank you so much Oguzhan ☺️
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $100 to $250
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 232
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Why this scores 91
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Istanbul Highlights! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı and More: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Istanbul.
How much does Istanbul Highlights! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı and More cost?
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Prices start at $100 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Istanbul usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Istanbul Highlights! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı and More take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Istanbul is not rushed.
Is Istanbul Highlights! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı and More worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 91 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 664 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Istanbul, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Istanbul Highlights! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı and More?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Istanbul Highlights! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı and More suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Istanbul Highlights! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı and More?
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Around 232 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Istanbul can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Istanbul and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Istanbul Highlights! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı and More start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Istanbul within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Istanbul?
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On Outty we rank every Istanbul experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour, Istanbul Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Asian Side Stop, ISTANBUL BEST: Iconic Landmarks Full Day PRIVATE Guided City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Istanbul?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Istanbul?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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