Istanbul Trip Overview
This 7 hrs tour offers history, culture and marvelous scenery. Get incredible views of the city’s outstanding buildings, fortresses, Ottoman waterfront mansions, and lush gardens. Learn about the history of the opulent Dolmabahce Palace. Dive into the colorful world of spices and aromatic herbs in Spice Market. Marvel at the 19th century Neo Classical and Art Nouveau architecture in Istiklal street.
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Duration: 7 hours
Starts: Istanbul, Turkey
Trip Category: Shore Excursions >> Ports of Call Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Istanbul, Turkey, Turkey
This 7 hrs tour offers history, culture and marvelous scenery. Get incredible views of the city’s outstanding buildings, fortresses, Ottoman waterfront mansions, and lush gardens. Learn about the history of the opulent Dolmabahce Palace. Dive into the colorful world of spices and aromatic herbs in Spice Market. Marvel at the 19th century Neo Classical and Art Nouveau architecture in Istiklal street.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Dolmabahçe Palace, Vişnezade, Dolmabahçe Cd., 34357 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Turkey
A beautiful palace from 19th century blending different architectural features such suc Baroque, Rococo, Neoclassical. It served as administrative center of the Ottoman Empire until 1922.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Besiktas, Istanbul Turkey
The lively neighbourhood of Besiktas is the district where we will be visiting Dolmabahce Palace and see the famous stadium of Besiktas football team.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Mısır Çarşısı, Rüstem Paşa, Erzak Ambarı Sok. No:92, 34116 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey
Spice Market known as Egyptian bazaar in Turkish is one of the oldest covered bazaar in Istanbul. During the Ottoman period It remained a hub of trade for centuries with goods brought in from the Anatolian heartland and former Ottoman dominions, from the Balkans to the Arabian peninsula on sale. It is the best place to taste Turkish delights, various spices, nuts and dried fruits
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Eminonu Square Eminonu Square, Istanbul, Istanbul Turkey
Eminonu Square is the mainly known with Spice Bazaar, New Mosque and Eminonu Pier as it’s located next to the Galata Bridge.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Uskudar, Uskudar, Istanbul
You will have the chance to discover one of the most picturesque towns in Istanbul. Üsküdar is a beautiful place with its impressive coastline, bustling markets, and grand historic mosques.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Istiklal Caddesi, Istiklal Street Taksim Beyoglu, Istanbul Turkey
Istiklal Street gives a great opportunity to experience the unique energy and spirit of Istanbul. The street boasts shops with every product imaginable, cafes and restaurants, live music, bars, historic cinemas, art galleries, consulate buildings, churches and much more
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Taksim Square, Gumussuyu Mh., Istanbul 34435 Turkey
Taksim Square is the main part of new face of Istanbul as it’s mostly inhabited by non-Musllims of the city in Ottoman period.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: KadIkoy Sali Pazari, Hasanpasa, Uzuncayir Cd. 50/2 Kadikoy, Istanbul 34722 Turkey
Kadiköy food market is a heaven for foodies with its colorful eateries, cafes, and stores. From organic fruits&veggies to Turkish sweets, fresh fish to spices, You will experience authentic food among locals and learn about diverse Turkish cuisine and its culinary traditions.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Bosphorus Strait, Istanbul 34122 Turkey
The Bosphorus Strait, which splits the European and Asian sides of Turkey, is one of the world’s busiest waterways. On one side is Europe, on the other Asia – both shores are lined with Ottoman palaces, lush gardens, historic yalıs (seafront mansions) and have loads of attractions
Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
