Istanbul Half-Day Private Old City Tour & Hagia Sophia Fast-Track

Explore best of Istanbul’s Old City on a half-day private tour including Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. Discover the heart of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires with your licensed guide. Begin in Sultanahmet Square, the former Hippodrome of Constantinople, and discover its ancient monuments, including the Obelisk of Theodosius and the Serpent Column. Step inside the iconic Blue Mosque, famed for its six minarets and stunning blue tiles, then explore the magnificent Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture that has stood as cathedral, mosque, and museum through the ages. Continue to the bustling Grand Bazaar, where your guide will introduce you to Turkish trade traditions and local artisans. Then, take in the rich scents and colors of the Spice Market, a sensory haven of spices and delights. Your tour ends in Eminönü Square, with a view of the Galata Tower—leaving you with lasting impressions of Istanbul’s vibrant history and culture.