FREE TOUR ISTANBUL
The best option to discover the city in an economical way.
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What does the Istanbul Free Tour consist of?
Possibly your best option to get to know Istanbul in a fun and authentic way.
A moment of culture and fun for everyone.
Enjoy your free Istanbul tour as a couple, with friends or in a group!
Istanbul free tours are the perfect excuse to take the time to learn more about Turkey’s cultural heritage.
Istanbul free tours are free tours organized by guides who show the most emblematic tourist sites of a town or city. These tours are usually done on foot.
While there are several options and types of free tours in Turkey, most are usually tours that include approximately 10 to 12 people. and last between 1 and 3 hours depending on the planned itinerary.
In any case, always check the detailed information we provide to know all the details of your free tour: schedules, cancellation policy, meeting point and all the information you need to make the most of your experience without having to worry about anything.
What to see and do in Istanbul?
Istanbul, a fascinating city that combines the rich history of two continents: Europe and Asia. This cosmopolitan metropolis stands majestically along the Bosphorus Strait, connecting the Black Sea with the Sea of Marmara. Its millenary history leaves traces in every corner, from the magnificent Hagia Sophia Basilica to the impressive Topkapi Palace.
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Blue Mosque
The Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultanahmet Mosque, is one of the most impressive architectural treasures to be found in Istanbul. Its name comes from the more than 20,000 indigo tiles that adorn its interior walls, creating a magical and heavenly atmosphere.
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Hagia Sophia Basilica
The Basilica of Hagia Sophia, located in Istanbul, is an architectural marvel that combines elements of Christianity and Islam. Originally built as a church in the 6th century, it was converted into a mosque after the Ottoman conquest in 1453 and finally became a museum in 1935.
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Topkapi Palace
Topkapi Palace, located in the vibrant city of Istanbul, is an architectural treasure not to be missed. Built in the 15th century by order of Sultan Mehmed II, this majestic complex has witnessed countless historical moments over the years. With its impressive Ottoman design and extensive gardens, the Topkapi Palace offers a fascinating insight into palace life during the Ottoman Empire.
Description
We will begin this free guided tour of Istanbul at 10:30 a.m. at the centrally located
Sultanahmet Square
. Just a few steps away from the square are the
Blue Mosque
and the Hagia Sophia Basilicatwo of the most iconic temples of Istanbul.
We will stop in front of its emblematic facades to appreciate all those (and surprising) architectural details that usually go unnoticed if you do not look closely.
We will continue our free tour of Istanbul next to the
Topkapi Palace
and the
Basilica Cistern
or “submerged palace”. The latter harbors a great secret that has even been captured in one of Dan Brown’s novels…
We will continue the tour visiting the square where the Roman Hippodrome of Constantinople was located. Roman Hippodrome of Constantinople.. In this large public space the popular chariot races were held, “the Formula 1 of Antiquity”. Do you know why these competitions achieved a success similar to that of today’s single-seater championships? We will find out!
In the final stretch of this free guided tour of Istanbul, we will visit the
German Fountain
the Obelisk of Thutmose III or the church of St. Irene. We will finish the free tour of Istanbul at approximately 13:00 hours in front of the Little Hagia Sophia.
Meeting Point and Duration
The meeting point of the Istanbul Free Tour is at Sultanahmet Square. It lasts approximately two and a half hours.
