Istanbul: Church, Synagogue and Mosque Walking Tour
Istanbul's historic peninsula is a treasure trove of cultural and historical landmarks. Our 3-hour and 45-minute tour covers St. Anthony's Church, Neve Shalom Synagogue, and the iconic Suleymaniye Mosque including the time that guests will walk with the guide. In the Beyoglu district, you'll explore the Kamondo stairs and visit the Galata Tower, offering stunning views. These landmarks reflect Istanbul's rich heritage. St. Anthony's Church, the spiritual center for the Catholic community, and the historical Suleymaniye Mosque, designed by Mimar Sinan in the 16th century, are must-see attractions. Explore Istanbul's cultural and historical heritage with us.
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Istanbul: Church, Synagogue and Mosque Walking Tour
What's included in Istanbul: Church, Synagogue and Mosque Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Taksim SquarePass-by Only
The guide meets the guests in Taksim Square, gives information about Taksim Square by chatting with the guests, and walks together to Sent Antuan Church. Information about Istiklal Street is given on the way. After a 10-15 minute walk, they arrive at the church.
St Anthony of Padua
The guests will be given a 15-20 minute explanation of the church and free time and will meet at the door of the church at 12.45/13:00.
Galata Tower
After the guests leave the church, the guide walks with the guests to Galata Tower. There is a walking distance of 10-15 minutes, the guide will narrate on the way. Guests are given 45 minutes of free time. During this time, guests can go to Galata Tower, eat in the cafes around the tower, consume alcohol in the bars, and shop from the local shopkeepers in the neighborhood. At 14:00, the tour will be reconvened. Meeting times can be flexible. It is 5 minutes walking distance between Galata Tower and Neve Shalom Synagogue. The entrance fee to Galata Tower is 650₺.
Inclusions
- At the end of the tour, our guests will be offered 2 tea and 1 Turkish coffee per person in the cafe with beautiful views around the Suleymaniye Mosque.
- Public transportation costs are included in the price.
- For lunch, you can choose the local restaurants around the Galata Tower. The guide will help you with this.
- Guests who want to visit Galata Tower during our break around Galata must buy a ticket. (650₺ Fee)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Our meeting point is in front of the statue of Atatürk in Taksim Square. You can reach our meeting point within 10 minutes walking from the hotels in Taksim. By public transportation, you can reach our meeting point in 10 minutes from Eminönü and 20 minutes from Sultanahmet.
End Points
- Our tour ends next to Beyazit tram station. Our guests can return to their hotels by tram at Beyazit Square. Our guide will explain to the guests how to get back.
