
Istanbul: Old Town, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome & Hagia Sophia
Istanbul: Old Town, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome & Hagia Sophia
About this experience
Explore Istanbul’s historic Old Town on a guided walking tour through Sultanahmet, where Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman history meet.
Start at Sultanahmet Square, once the heart of Constantinople, and visit the Hippodrome with landmarks like the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpent Column, and the German Fountain. Continue to the world-famous Hagia Sophia, learning its remarkable story from the outside. Then visit the iconic Blue Mosque, admired for its six minarets and İznik-tiled interior. Along the way, your guide shares engaging stories and local insights, making this an ideal introduction for first-time visitors.

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