Istanbul Evening Walking Tour Hagia Sophia and Photo Stops

Istanbul Evening Walking Tour Hagia Sophia and Photo Stops

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Free cancellation available
2h 30m
Mobile voucher
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Multiple languages

Overview

Experience Istanbul in the peaceful hours of the evening, when the crowds are smaller and the city looks even more beautiful. This relaxed walking tour focuses on outdoor guiding, so you can see more landmarks without waiting in long ticket or security lines.

The tour includes many photo stops, giving you great chances to capture unforgettable memories. From grand historic squares to charming streets like Sogukcesme, famous for its colourful wooden houses.

Led by a licensed guide, you’ll hear engaging stories and discover over 1700 years of Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman history in an easy and enjoyable way. A traditional Turkish tea break in a historic setting makes the experience even more special.

Activity location

German Fountain
- Hippodrome Square,
- 34122, Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

German Fountain
- At Meydanı Caddesi
- 34122, Binbirdirek, İstanbul, Turkiye

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Istanbul Evening Walking Tour Hagia Sophia and Photo Stops

2h 30m
English

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 18:00

Price details

€25.00 x 1 Adult€25.00

Total

What's included, what's not

Licensed Professional Local Tour Guide
Coffee and/or Tea

Know before you book

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transport options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transport options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

German Fountain

10m
Admission ticket included

German Fountain Start your evening at the elegant German Fountain, a historic gift from Kaiser Wilhelm II to the Ottoman Empire. Admire its striking green dome and detailed mosaics while your guide introduces the rich history of Istanbul. The perfect beginning to your walk through the Old City.

Blue Mosque

15m
Admission ticket included

Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque) Visit the courtyard of the world-famous Blue Mosque and admire its impressive architecture and six minarets. Learn about its history and lasting importance to the city. If open at the time of the tour, guests may also step inside for a brief visit.

Obelisk of Theodosius

10m
Admission ticket included

Obelisk of Theodosius (Egyptian Obelisk) See the remarkable 3500 years old Egyptian Obelisk, originally brought from Luxor and later erected here by the Romans. Your guide will explain its fascinating journey to Constantinople and the ancient hieroglyphs carved into its surface.

Serpent Column

10m
Admission ticket included

Serpent Column Discover the mysterious Serpent Column, one of the oldest monuments in the Hippodrome, dating back to ancient Greece. Learn how it was brought to Constantinople by Emperor Constantine and hear the legends surrounding this unique bronze monument.

Kucuk Ayasofya (little Hagia Sofia)

30m
Admission ticket included

Little Hagia Sophia Mosque Step inside the 1,500-year-old Little Hagia Sophia, one of Istanbul’s oldest Byzantine landmarks. Admire its elegant architecture and peaceful atmosphere while your guide explains its journey from church to mosque. Enjoy a relaxing break here with a cup of traditional Turkish tea.

Cavalry Bazaar

10m
Admission ticket included

Arasta Bazaar Stroll through the charming Arasta Bazaar, a small historic market known for its authentic atmosphere and colourful shops. Discover traditional crafts and local products while experiencing the lively spirit of old Istanbul.

Hagia Sophia Mosque

15m
Admission ticket included

Hagia Sophia Square Arrive at the impressive Hagia Sophia Square and admire one of the world’s most iconic landmarks from outside. Hear the storey of its three historical phases. Rebuilt twice, it has served as a church, a mosque, a museum, and today an active mosque. While learning about the major events that shaped its legacy.

Fountain of Ahmet III

10m
Admission ticket included

Fountain of Sultan Ahmed III Admire the elegant Fountain of Sultan Ahmed III, a masterpiece of Ottoman Rococo style. Your guide will explain its artistic details and the importance of public fountains in Ottoman daily life.

Milion Stone

10m
Admission ticket included

Milion Stone Stand beside the legendary Milion Stone, once considered the zero milestone of the Byzantine Empire. From this very point, all distances across the empire were measured. Marking the symbolic centre of Constantinople.

Cemberlitas Sutunu

10m
Admission ticket included

Column of Constantine (Cemberlitas Column) See the iconic Column of Constantine, erected in the 4th century by Emperor Constantine the Great to mark the new capital of the Roman Empire. Standing for nearly 1700 years, it remains one of Istanbul’s most important Roman monuments.

Location

Activity location

German Fountain
- Hippodrome Square,
- 34122, Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

German Fountain
- At Meydanı Caddesi
- 34122, Binbirdirek, İstanbul, Turkiye

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