Hippodrome  (Free Admission) 

Hippodrome, the former circus built in 203 AD by the Roman Emperor Septimus Severus. Three monuments from the original building remain, including the Egyptian Obelisk, the Serpentine Column, and the Constantine Column. You will also pause to look at the German Fountain of Wilhelm II, made from 8 marble columns. 

Blue Mosque (Free Admission) 

Blue Mosque, more officially known as the Sultanahmet Mosque. The mosque’s striking blue tiles give it its more common name and make it one of Istanbul’s most iconic attractions. Located close to Topkapi Palace, Sultanahmet Mosque was considered the Supreme Imperial Mosque in Istanbul. 

Hagia Sophia Mosque (Admission Ticket Not Included) 

Hagia Sophia, great architectural beauty, and an important monument during the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. For many centuries, this was the largest church in the world, and it still boasts the 4th largest dome after St. Paul’s in London, St. Peter’s in Rome, and the Duomo in Florence. Dedicated to the Hagia Sophia or ‘divine wisdom’, it is one of the greatest surviving examples of Byzantine architecture. 

TopkapI Palace (Admission Ticket Not Included) 

Topkapi Palace, a relic of the glory days of the great Ottoman Empire. The former palace boasted a population of about 4,000 people at its peak and was home to 25 sultans over a period of 400 years. Located on a promontory overlooking the Golden Horn, it sits in tranquil gardens that provide shade from the blazing heat of the summer. Pop into the museum to see the gorgeous Iznik tiles and the ornate stateroom of the harem, among other attractions. 

Basilica Cistern (Admission Ticket Not Included) 

Byzantine Cistern; was the water storage providing drinkable water to the citizens of Constantinapolis, especially during periods of the siege. Now, it's one of the best historical values to visit in Istanbul. 

Luxury Fur Leather Istanbul (Free Admission) 

Experience the timeless artistry of Istanbul's leather craftsmanship, where tradition meets innovation, creating exquisite pieces that embody both style and durability.

Guide: Included for the day