Ottoman Empire, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Private Tour Istanbul
Follow in the footsteps of the great sultans of the Ottoman Empire as you visit the Sultanahmet Old City. See Hagia Sophia, the Grand Bazaar, and more. Optional: fast-track access to the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace Museum with a Private Guide.
Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:
2-hour: Ottoman Old City Discover the history of the Ottoman Empire as you explore the Sultanahmet Old City, Nuruosmaniye Mosque, Grand Bazaar, and so much more.
3-hour: Ottoman Old City & Blue Mosque Discover the history of the Ottoman Empire as you visit the Blue Mosque and explore the Sultanahmet Old City, Nuruosmaniye Mosque, Grand Bazaar, and so much more.
4-hour: Ottoman Old City, Blue Mosque & Topkapi Palace Discover the history of the Ottoman Empire as you visit the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace Museum, and explore the Sultanahmet Old City, Nuruosmaniye Mosque and Grand Bazaar.
Options
2H: Ottoman Tour of Old City
Duration: 2 hours: Explore the Old City and discover the history of the Ottoman Empire. Visit the Blue Mosque and see the Grand Bazaar.
,: Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and more (outside only).
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - TUIS010.
What's included in Ottoman Empire, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Private Tour Istanbul
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Meet your guide in front of Halı Müzesi - the Carpet Museum (opposite Topkapı Cafe, behind Hagia Sophia), Foundations Regional Directorate Carpet Museum Sultanahmet Mosque, Alemdar, 34122 Courtyard/İstanbul, Türkiye. Please do not enter the building, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
TopkapI Palace
Begin at the imposing gates of Topkapi Palace, once the seat of Ottoman power. Gaze upon the majestic Hagia Sophia, which was converted into an imperial mosque after the conquest of Constantinople in 1453. Learn how it became the spiritual heart of the empire, where sultans prayed before battles.
Sultanahmet Square
Continue to Sultanahmet Square, once the site of the ancient Hippodrome, later transformed into a grand public space where the sultans held ceremonies, parades, and public spectacles to display their might. Marvel at the iconic Blue Mosque, a testament to the artistic and architectural brilliance of the Ottomans.
Inclusions
- Free entry to Grand Bazaar and Nuruosmaniye Mosque
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who fluent in the language of your choice
- - (number of attractions depends on the option selected)
- Free entry to Blue Mosque (3- and 4-hour options only)
- Fast-track tickets to Topkapi Palace Museum (4-hour options only)
- Private Walking Tour of Istanbul’s Old City and the Ottoman Empire History
- Fast-track to Topkapi Palace Museum (4-hour options only)
- Tickets to Topkapi Palace Harem (optional, payable on the site)
- Free entry to Blue Mosque (2hour option )
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
- The itinerary depends on the selected option.
- The Grand Bazaar can be visited Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 6 pm. The Nuruosmaniye Mosque is open daily from 9 am to 5pm.
- Mosque visitors must follow the proper etiquette, including modest attire (headscarves for women are available on-site). Women are allowed only in the visitors’ area. Entry is restricted during prayers (5x day).
- Book a morning tour to avoid long queues at Blue Mosque. There are security checks at the entrance.
- Topkapi Palace tickets let you skip the line at the ticket office but not at security checks. The queues are longer in the afternoon. Admission includes the main palace and Hagia Irene. You can purchase additional tickets to the Imperial Harem on the spot.
- For a personalized experience, we keep our private groups small (1-25 guests per guide). Larger groups will be provided additional guides.
- Have a special request? Let us know when booking!
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Meet your guide in front of Halı Müzesi - the Carpet Museum (opposite Topkapı Cafe, behind Hagia Sophia), Foundations Regional Directorate Carpet Museum Sultanahmet Mosque, Alemdar, 34122 Courtyard/İstanbul, Türkiye. Please do not enter the building.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Customer Info on the voucher: Check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel.