Istanbul Old City Walking Tour

• Discover the secret haunts of locals in Sultanahmet and explore the backstreets and hidden gems.

• Explore the labyrinth that is the Grand Bazaar and local markets included Spice Bazaar

• Learn about the Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome, Sultanahmet Mosque and gain insight into Islam

• Be stunned by stellar views of Istanbul and hear tales of both Byzantine and Ottoman drama and intrigue.

At a departure time to suit your schedule, greet your guide in Pudding Shop and receive a historical overview of the area, replete with historic landmarks and cafe and shops. As you wander around old Istanbul, your guide will peel back layers of history and reveal how Istanbul functioned before modern republic and the Ottoman Empire. Learn about Topkapi Palace and Sultan’s associations with their wives and concubines; observe the 15 hundred years old Hagia Sophia; and learn about its history as you wander through hidden areas and bustling streets. At Spice Market, bid your guide farewell and continue exploring independently.