| Type: | Daily Tour | |
|---|---|---|
| Operated: | Everyday | |
| Guided in: | English, Spanish, Russian, Arabic | |
| Meeting Point: | Hotel Lobby, Company Office | |
| Starting Time: | 13:00(approx.) | |
| Duration: | 4 hours | |
| Starting Location: | Istanbul | |
| Tour Code: | TT5498 | |
Are you ready for a sensational afternoon exploring Istanbul’s most important Ottoman and Byzantine sites? Explore the astonishing Islamic architecture of Topkapı Palace, then wander around Little Hagia Sophia to get clues on how the fascinating St. Sophia was built.
Topkapı Palace: Topkapı Palace was the home of sultans and the administrative centre of the Ottoman Empire for about 400 years. Topkapı Palace promises a lot to its visitors with its vast imperial collections which show their opulent lifestyles. In 1985 it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is recognised as the finest surviving example of an Ottoman empire palace.Little Hagia Sophia: Known as the oldest surviving Byzantine monument, it was built by Byzantine emperor Justinian and his wife, Theodora. This monument was built as an early model for St. Sophia and now operates as a mosque.
Please Note: [ Closed ]
Hagia Sophia Museum on Monday – Replaced with Basilica Cistern or Kariye Museum
Topkapi Palace on Tuesday - Replaced with Kariye Museum or Beylerbeyi Palace
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