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Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Small-Group Tour with ticket
Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$46.85
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
This tour is designed as a complete introduction to Istanbul, combining the city’s most important monuments with clear historical context. Starting in Sultanahmet Square, your guide connects Byzantine and Ottoman history, helping you understand how Istanbul evolved from Constantinople into the city you see today.
With skip-the-line access and guided visits to Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, you’ll explore both Christian and Islamic landmarks in one seamless experience.
The walk through the Hippodrome adds depth, revealing how public life once unfolded in the Byzantine capital. With a small group and expert guide, the focus is on understanding, not rushing—so each site feels meaningful rather than overwhelming.
With skip-the-line access and guided visits to Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, you’ll explore both Christian and Islamic landmarks in one seamless experience.
The walk through the Hippodrome adds depth, revealing how public life once unfolded in the Byzantine capital. With a small group and expert guide, the focus is on understanding, not rushing—so each site feels meaningful rather than overwhelming.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Larger Group up to 24 People
Shared group: Choose this option for an affordable price, offering a larger group capacity of up to 24 people.
Meeting point is Sultanahmet : You will meet your guide at Ersoy Bufe kiosk in Sultanahmet Square (Old Town)
Language of the tour: English
Starting point:
Ersoy Bufe, Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd No:40, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Shared group: Choose this option for an affordable price, offering a larger group capacity of up to 24 people.
Meeting point is Sultanahmet : You will meet your guide at Ersoy Bufe kiosk in Sultanahmet Square (Old Town)
Language of the tour: English
Starting point:
Ersoy Bufe, Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd No:40, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Guided tour for the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia
- Pre-reserved tickets for the Hagia Sophia
- Expert guide for insider's knowledge of the city
- Small group tour for a more interactive experience
- Starting from Galata Port (If this option is selected)
- 2.5 hours walking tour at a relaxed pace
- Transport to the meeting spot
Meeting point
CHOOSE THIS OPTION IF YOU ARE ON A CRUISE SHIP ONLY!
We will meet at Galataport Clock Tower Square, next to the clock tower. Your guide will be holding a sign that says "Walks In Europe."
We meet at Ersoy Bufe. This is a small food kiosk just by the side of the Hippodrome in Sultanahmet Square. It is across the German Fountain. Your guide will be in front of the Ersoy Bufe with a sign that says, “Walks in Europe.”
Return details
CHOOSE THIS OPTION IF YOU ARE ON A CRUISE SHIP ONLY!
We will meet at Galataport Clock Tower Square, next to the clock tower. Your guide will be holding a sign that says "Walks In Europe."
We meet at Ersoy Bufe. This is a small food kiosk just by the side of the Hippodrome in Sultanahmet Square. It is across the German Fountain. Your guide will be in front of the Ersoy Bufe with a sign that says, “Walks in Europe.”
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Sultanahmet SquareCheck out Istanbul’s greatest monuments on this small-group walking tour. Meet your expert guide in Sultanahmet Square, the historic heart of the Old Town, where the tour begins with an introduction to the city’s layered history. The experience includes skip-the-line tickets and expert guides, making it an ideal way to explore Istanbul’s most important sites.
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Blue MosqueThe Blue Mosque is the most visited monument in Istanbul, and the Sultanahmet neighborhood is named after this iconic structure. Marvel at this imperial Ottoman mosque, commissioned by Sultan Ahmed I and the last mosque built on such a grand scale. Enjoy a comprehensive guided visit as your guide explains its architecture, symbolism, and role as an active place of worship. Afterwards, take time to enjoy the spacious courtyard, offering beautiful views of daily life in modern Istanbul, and enjoy a gentle stroll through the surrounding neighborhood.
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Hagia Sophia Grand MosqueVisit the Hagia Sophia with pre-reserved tickets and witness the most significant site of the Greek Orthodox tradition in Istanbul. Learn how it was converted into a mosque following the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople. Inside, see elements of a church and a mosque standing side by side, from the vast basilica dome and towering minarets to mosaics, paintings, and marble columns. Discover how İznik tiles were added over time, how the remarkable Virgin Mary mosaic was created, and why Ottoman sultans were buried in the courtyard.
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HippodromeWalk the famous hippodrome of Constantinople. Learn about the obelisks that adorn the square. Take a break between two major monuments for the best views and learn about the significance of the hippodrome during the Byzantine times of the city.
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Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Small-Group Tour with ticket
Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$46.85
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!