3 Hour Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque Outdoor Storytelling Tour [5554344P2]
Our 3 Hour Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque Outdoor Storytelling Tour
(No Entry) offers a distinctive experience that sets it apart from other tours. Instead of standard sightseeing, we provide a storytelling journey led by expert guides, allowing you to discover the fascinating history, architecture, and hidden details of these iconic landmarks from the outside.
Unlike traditional tours that require long entrance queues, this fast-paced and engaging walking tour ensures you make the most of your time. You will explore Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and Sultanahmet Square, learning about their transformation over centuries, from Byzantine times to the Ottoman era.
This tour is perfect for travelers who prefer an in-depth historical experience without museum entries. Whether you are short on time or simply love immersive storytelling, our tour gives you a deep understanding of Istanbul’s most famous sites in just three hours—no waiting, just discovery!
(No Entry) offers a distinctive experience that sets it apart from other tours. Instead of standard sightseeing, we provide a storytelling journey led by expert guides, allowing you to discover the fascinating history, architecture, and hidden details of these iconic landmarks from the outside.
Unlike traditional tours that require long entrance queues, this fast-paced and engaging walking tour ensures you make the most of your time. You will explore Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and Sultanahmet Square, learning about their transformation over centuries, from Byzantine times to the Ottoman era.
This tour is perfect for travelers who prefer an in-depth historical experience without museum entries. Whether you are short on time or simply love immersive storytelling, our tour gives you a deep understanding of Istanbul’s most famous sites in just three hours—no waiting, just discovery!
ADDITIONAL INFO
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The guide provides explanation from outside. We will not enter the museum. Only in outside.
INCLUDED
- English Speaking Guide
NOT INCLUDED
- Entrance Fee
- personal expenses
CANCELLATION POLICY
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
ITINERARY
- The Hippodrome of Constantinople, now known as Sultanahmet Square, was the social and sporting center of the Byzantine Empire. Originally built by Roman Emperor Septimius Severus in 203 AD, it was later expanded by Emperor Constantine the Great in the 4th century. The Hippodrome hosted chariot races, gladiator fights, and public celebrations. Today, only a few remnants of this grand arena remain, including the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpent Column, and the Walled Obelisk. During the Ottoman era, the square remained an important site for public festivities and ceremonies. Visitors can now walk through the area and explore the rich history of this once-magnificent arena.
- Hagia Sophia: The Iconic Symbol of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia, one of the most significant landmarks of Istanbul, has a rich history spanning over 1,500 years. Originally built as a Byzantine cathedral in 537 AD by Emperor Justinian I, it was the largest church in the world for nearly a thousand years. Its massive dome and intricate mosaics showcased the architectural brilliance of the Byzantine Empire. Today, Hagia Sophia remains a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must-visit destination, attracting millions of visitors each year. Its breathtaking dome, historical mosaics, and blend of Byzantine and Ottoman architecture make it a true masterpiece of world heritage.
- The Blue Mosque: Istanbul’s Architectural Masterpiece The Blue Mosque, officially known as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, is one of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks. Built between 1609 and 1616 by Sultan Ahmed I, it is famous for its stunning six minarets, grand dome, and magnificent interior decorated with over 20,000 blue Iznik tiles, which give the mosque its name. Visitors are captivated by the mosque’s beautiful courtyard, intricate calligraphy, and breathtaking stained-glass windows. As a functioning mosque, it is open to tourists outside of prayer times, offering a unique experience of Islamic architecture and spirituality in the heart of Istanbul.
