
Tour of Byzantine and Constantinople in Istanbul
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4.5/5
Based on 8 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Tour of Byzantine and Constantinople in Istanbul worth booking?
Tour of Byzantine and Constantinople in Istanbul is a 6-hour experience in Istanbul, Turkey, from $110 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 8 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (8)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $110 per person
Discover the Byzantine and Constantinople monuments and explore the only Byzantine palace in istanbul, Aqueduct, Fortress, Walls and Churches. Learn about the history or Rome, Byzantine and Ottoman.
What you get
- Private transportation
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
About this experience
Discover the Byzantine and Constantinople monuments and explore the only Byzantine palace in istanbul, Aqueduct, Fortress, Walls and Churches. Learn about the history or Rome, Byzantine and Ottoman.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
What you'll see and do
We will see the main castle of Byzantine, on the west side and entry of city from Europe by Golden Gate. We will explere walls of Byzantine by seawalls and defense walls. Built in 390.
60 minutes here · Admission included
The Walls of Istanbul
We will discover the walls of Byzantine as seawalls and landwalls. Built in 390.
10 minutes here
Vlaherna Meryem Ana Church
One of the oldest and holy churches in Istanbul, built in 457 and hosted the holy mantle and robe of the Virgin Mary. It has a importance with its Sacred Bath and Holy Water.
30 minutes here
Tekfur Sarayi
Byzantine Palace of Blachernae, known as Tekfur palace by Ottoman, built in 490 by Byzantine Empire and used as main palace for several years till the conquer. Located on the Golden horn and used as a museum today.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Explore one of the oldest authentic spots in the city and visit around the old Greek, Bulgarian, Armenian houses and streets.
60 minutes here
Balat
Discover the orthodox neighbourhood of Constantinople with lots of monuments, churches, houses, shops etc.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
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
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Magic Way Travel
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 8 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
8 verified traveler reviews for Tour of Byzantine and Constantinople in Istanbul. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great Byzantine Tour
This was a Byzantine tour (which there is not much left of) and showed me the things I wanted to see in Istanbul. Emre, our guide/driver was great and adjusted his tour to things we had already seen and did a great job of getting us around. He even filled out our day with other things not on the itinerary since we had seen the G Sofia. Even flexible about leaving us at other sights if we wanted. Only Feedback I have is that the Chora Monastery should be included and should be an option to switch the G Sofia (which people usually see while walking the Sultanahmet) or maybe the second stop Palace (while in the walls and was a Royal Byzantine Palace, it focused solely on tiles). I think the ticket prices should be comparable. Otherwise, this was a great experience.
via Tripadvisor
We visited several historic sights along the Theodosian Walls and then had lunch in the Balat neighborhood of Istanbul.
This was my favorite tour I have done in Turkey. My guide Emre was first class and very hospitable! Got to spend as much time at each site as I wanted. 10/10 would highly recommend to any history buff!
via Tripadvisor
Enjoyable viewing of Byzantine Historical sites
Seeing the Theodosian walls and the Golden Gate was great. It was deserted. Can’t believe more visitors to Istanbul don’t want to visit something so famous.
via Viator
It was okay
The tower and walls were fantastic to see. But the rest were irrelevant and our tour guide didn't explain a whole lot. Miniturk and churches were ok but would have skipped if I could. It would’ve been better to see just one or two stops and have a shorter tour.
via Viator
Most informative and Erme was very conscientious.
Erme was a very good tour guide. He was personable, quite knowledgable, easy to talk to, and very flexible and accommodating to my personal interests. He was quite articulate and able to answer my questions adeptly. Thank you Erme— great job! My one concern about this tour,and this is no reflection on Erme as a tour guide, is that as an Orthodox Christian priest, I was made to feel uncomfortable by the security guards in the churches that had been seized by the Ottomans and Turks from the Christians. I hope that someday Turkey will catch up with the civilised world and respect the freedom of religion that we enjoy here in the United States. Our government protects the mosques and the people who worship in them. In Turkey I am not permitted to dress in my priestly clothing and I am not allowed to pray in churches that were built by Christians long before the world had ever heard the words Islam, Turkey or Ottoman. Let’s all work together to love and respect one another without hatred and violence. Sincerely Father George Liacopulos
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 2+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $110 to $300
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Tour of Byzantine and Constantinople in Istanbul: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Istanbul.
How much does Tour of Byzantine and Constantinople in Istanbul cost?
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Prices start at $110 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 Tour of Byzantine and Constantinople in Istanbul take?
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Plan for about 6 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 Tour of Byzantine and Constantinople in Istanbul worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 8 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Istanbul, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Tour of Byzantine and Constantinople in Istanbul?
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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 Tour of Byzantine and Constantinople in Istanbul suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 2. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 6-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Tour of Byzantine and Constantinople in Istanbul?
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Around 3 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 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Tour of Byzantine and Constantinople in Istanbul 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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