A full day tracing the footsteps of the Ottoman and Byzantine Empires in Istanbul's historical peninsula. This route, starting from Topkapi Palace and extending to Süleymaniye Mosque, will allow you to see our cultural heritage up close and experience the vibrant life in the heart of the city. Enjoy pleasant walks between museums and bazaars, and savor the unique views.
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6 stops · 1 day
The palace built by Fatih Sultan Mehmed, which hosted Ottoman sultans for 400 years. With its Harem, Treasury, and Holy Relics sections, it is one of …
Located in the Hünkâr Kasrı of the Blue Mosque in the heart of Sultanahmet, the Carpet Museum houses a collection that brings together the rarest wove…
Located in the heart of Sultanahmet, in the historic Defter-i Hakani Nezareti building, the Hagia Sophia History and Experience Museum narrates the ne…
Located in the heart of Beyazıt Square, within the historic madrasah building of the Bayezid II Complex, the Turkish Foundation Museum of Calligraphy …
The foundation of the Grand Bazaar was laid in 1461 during the reign of Fatih Sultan Mehmet. With 22 gates and over 4,000 shops, it is considered one …
Rising on Istanbul's Third Hill, the Süleymaniye Mosque is an Ottoman masterpiece built by Mimar Sinan for Suleiman the Magnificent between 1550 and 1…
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