Free Tour of Istanbul

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Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
English
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Experience Highlights

Discover the most authentic side of Istanbul with this 2.5-hour guided free walking tour through the historical and artistic corners of the city. A tour that takes you off the beaten tourist track, combining Ottoman history, contemporary culture and urban art.

The tour starts in Sultanahmet Park, right between the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. It is available in English or Spanish, to be chosen during booking, and is ideal for individual travellers, couples or small groups.

  • Explore Istanbul from a different and cultural perspective.
  • Learn from the anecdotes and stories told by your guide.
  • Discover the secrets of gems such as the Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Cistern and the Hippodrome.

What’s included

  • Guided walking tour through the historic centre of Istanbul
  • Qualified professional guide in English or Spanish
  • Entrance fees to monuments (the tour is exterior, interior access is not included).

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Step by Step

This free tour of Istanbul is much more than a guided tour: it is an alternative experience that will allow you to discover the city from a new perspective. Accompanied by a professional guide and with a small group, you will walk through the most symbolic and lesser-known corners of the historic centre of the ancient Ottoman capital.

The tour starts in Sultanahmet Park, between two of the most famous monuments in the world: the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. From there, you will embark on a journey to iconic sites such as the Roman Hippodrome, the Obelisk of Theodosius, the German Fountain, the Basilica Cistern, the Hamam of Hurrem Sultan and Topkapi Palace, among others.

But this tour goes beyond imperial history: along the way you will also see Soguk Cesme Street, with its traditional Ottoman houses, and other points that show how contemporary art and modern spirit coexist with the legacy of past centuries.

The expert guides will provide you with a rich, entertaining and interesting insight, mixing historical information with cultural anecdotes and architectural details.

How does a free tour work?

A free tour is a guided walking tour without a fixed price. At the end of the tour, it is you yourself who will evaluate the quality of the service with your contribution to the guide.

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