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Old City Essentials-Highlights- Cultural Free Walking Tour of Istanbul

Duration: 2h and 30min
Languages: English
Quality Verified Registered on October 05, 2020

With the experience of the years in tourism we offer reliable and enjoyable tours with official licensed tour guide, our guides are willing to show you my beautiful city's culture, history, local life and all the stories that are to discover. If you ready to walk offbeaten streets of Istanbul like a local do not hesitate to join BEST free walking tour of Istanbul.

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Book this Free Tour of the Old Town to discover the old part of Istanbul and learn about Roman and Ottoman history, culture and tradition.
What are you going to visit and see during the tour?

  • Hippodrome
  • The Walled Obelisk
  • Obelisk of Theodosius
  • Serpent column
  • German fountain
  • Blue Mosque (outside)
  • Haseki Hurrem bathroom (outside)
  • Hagia Sophia (outside)
  • Topkapi Palace (outside)
  • Archaeological Museum (exterior)
  • Souk Cesme Street (Old Ottoman Houses)
  • Gülhane Park (exterior)
  • Eminönü district, the heart of the old part of the city because you can have a view that allows you to see the Golden Horn, the Bosphorus, Galata Bridge, Galata Tower, Soleiman Mosque
  • Yeni Camii (New Mosque)
  • Spice Market. 


 Useful information for the travellers:
You can meet the guide he will be waiting with a yellow umbrella!
 - It is recommended to bring comfortable and casual shoes.
 - Be prepared for any weather conditions and have the right equipment.
- For interior visits of religious buildings ladies can carry a extra scarf and  cover.

 - When the tour ends you will be able to pay the guru whatever you consider fair. Some will pay €10, others $50. It's up to you! (minimum amount suggested is €10 per person around the world.) 

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Alemdar, Divan Yolu Cd. No:46, 34110 ...
    Alemdar, Divan Yolu Cd. No:46, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
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    Beside SULTANAHMET TRAM STATİON (T1), just opposite the WORLD HERITAGE HOTEL in the PARK the guide will be waiting for you with a YELLOW UMBRELLA At:13:30.

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Sultanahmet Camii
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Rüstem Paşa
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Hoca Paşa
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Binbirdirek
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Eminönü
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Binbirdirek
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Topkapı
  • 8
    Outside visit
    Sirkeci Tren Garı
  • 9
    Outside visit
    Spice Bazaar

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

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4.94
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4.7
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4.84
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4.87
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Stelios 09 May 2024
Athens

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Travelled in couple - May 2024
very nice and informative tour. The tour guide was friendly despite that some people kept arguing sometimes. tour guides have no reason to lie. the most important for me at these tours is that you learn things that you could not possibly knew...small details of the artefacts or details of what to do and what to avoid during your stay...
Liza 09 May 2024
Sherwood Park

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Travelled in couple - May 2024
A great way to learn the rich history of Istanbul. Of course you need to go back after the tour to go inside the venues afterwards, but our guide was very knowledgeable and had a good sense of humour. I do recommend this tour and please leave a raisonnable tip!
Roxana 08 May 2024
Berlin

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Travelled in couple - May 2024
Had a very nice time learning about the old city. :)
Merve 07 May 2024

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Travelled in group - May 2024
We had a great tour with Özkan. He explained the sights we were visiting very well and waited for us when we were a little late. Recommendations for tours with this guide!
Pranav 07 May 2024
London

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Travelled in couple - May 2024
Loved the Old City Essentials Culture tour with Özkan! He was so kind, genuine and knowledgeable! Always made the group feel comfortable and kept things light and interesting! Would highly recommend!
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
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