Tour Detail
The Old City Tour covers the best points of interest within Istanbul. It begins at Sultanahmet, and from there it goes through Hippodrome Square, which has witnessed gladiator fights, chariot/car races, and many riots.
Then you head to the Sultanahmet Mosque also known as Blue Mosque. Right after seeing the primary residence of Ottoman Sultans Topkapi Palace, you will continue to the Hagia Sophia, as known as the Church of Holy Wisdom, which is richly and artistically decorated by Byzantine Emperor Justinian.
We will stop in Gulhane Park, which is the oldest and largest urban park in Istanbul, and we will take a break.
Then we will move through Constantine’s Column (Cemberlitas), one of the most prominent examples of Roman art before arriving at Beyazıt Square and Mosque.
Then we will visit Şehzade Mosque, which is considered by architectural historians as Sinan’s first masterpiece.
Right after seeing the famous Bozdoğan Aqueduct, we will continue to the largest mosque in Istanbul Suleymaniye Mosque, the mosque of Sultan Süleyman the magnificent.
The tour will finish at the meeting point.
Tour starts Daily at 10.00, 15.00, 20.00
Duration: 3 Hours
Tour Leader: English
Practical Information
- Make sure every participant has an ID
- Our tours run in all weather conditions; waterproof gear is provided in the event of rain
- Payment by credit card is possible at our office and istanbulsegwaytours.com
- A total refund is possible only for cancellations made 48 hrs. before the tour
- Guest will be provided with a helmet and must fill out a liability waiver form
You are not allowed to ride a segway if you are;
- Over 100 Kg (220 Lb)
- Younger than 14 years or older than 75 years
- Pregnant
- Under the influence of alcohol or other addictive