Half-Day Ottoman Relics Tour

Highlights of Half-Day Ottoman Relics Tour

• Rustem Pasha Mosque
• Topkapi Palace
• Grand Bazaar

Join us for our Half-Day Ottoman Relics Tour, where we will delve into the legacy of the Ottoman Empire in Istanbul. This tour will take you through time, visiting some of the city's most iconic and historically significant Ottoman-era landmarks. 

From the Topkapi Palace, the former heart of the Ottoman Empire, to the Rustem Pasha Mosque's architectural masterpiece and the Grand Bazaar's vibrant atmosphere, this half-day tour offers a chance to experience Istanbul's rich history and cultural heritage.

Please be aware that Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays. In this case, we will visit the Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarnıcı) instead. This underground cistern, also known as the Sunken Cistern, was built in the 6th century A.D. and is the largest of its kind beneath Istanbul.

Half-Day Ottoman Relics Tour

• We will pick you up from your hotel in Istanbul and drive you to the old city.
• We will visit Rustem Pasha Mosque, a remarkable example of Ottoman architecture. The famous Turkish architect Mimar Sinan built the mosque for Sultan Suleiman's son-in-law and grand vizier. It is well-known for its floral designs, and blue tiles adorn its indoor walls.
• One of the highlights of this tour is the Topkapi Palace, which served as the residence of the Ottoman sultans for nearly four centuries. Today, it is a museum showcasing significant Muslim relics, including Muhammad's cloak and sword. Visitors can explore the courtyards, pavilions, the Imperial Council Chamber, the Privy Chamber, the Imperial Treasury, and many other remnants from the remarkable Ottoman era.
• The last stop on our tour is the Grand Bazaar, the world's biggest and oldest covered market. It was built in 1455, right after Constantinople was conquered. Today, it feels like navigating a maze with 61 streets and over 3,000 shops, where you can find all sorts of stuff, from jewelry and antiques to unique souvenirs.
• We will drop you at your hotel at the end of the tour.