5–6 hours
Activity Istanbul, Turkey
out of 5
3 reviews
Explore Istanbul’s most famous landmarks primarily from the outside to avoid long lines
Enjoy stunning evening photo opportunities at iconic sites and hidden historic streets
Experience a calm, small-group walking tour with a comfortable pace
Learn the fascinating three-layered history of Hagia Sophia
Taste traditional Turkish tea in a historic setting
Discover Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman history in one immersive walk
Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–7 years) · Adults (8–120 years)
30 min
once the political and social center of the Byzantine Empire, and learn the stories behind its surviving monuments
Passing by
where your guide explains its architectural and cultural significance from outside.
30 min
one of the city’s oldest Byzantine structures, where you’ll enjoy a relaxing break with traditional Turkish tea in a historic setting.
Passing by
Hagia Sophia Square. Here, your guide clearly explains the three major historical phases of Hagia Sophia its transformation from church to mosque, later museum, and today an active mosque without entering the building, allowing you to avoid ticket and security lines.
Fountain of Ahmet III
Passing by
admire the graceful Fountain of Sultan Ahmed III, hear stories about Topkapi Palace from the outside
Stop 6
10 min
once considered the center of the Roman world.
20 min
conclude your journey at the Column of Constantine, dating back nearly 1,700 years to the founding of Constantinople.
Everyone meets at the meeting point.
Mobile or printed voucher accepted.
Please present your Viator confirmation (voucher) to the guide at pick-up or at the first meeting point (Ortaköy Mosque) if you come directly.
Hotel pick-up is included from centrally located areas (Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Taksim, Beyoğlu).
The guide will confirm your name and booking before departure.
No physical ticket exchange is required.
Please be ready 10 minutes before your scheduled pick-up time.
For any assistance, contact the local operator via the phone number provided on your voucher.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Istanbul Evening Walking Tour: Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia
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