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Istanbul Top Attractions sightseeing Hop-on Hop-Off Bus

Duration: 1 day
Destination: Türkiye, İstanbul, Istanbul
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  • 1 day
  • Istanbul
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Discover magnificent sightseeing of the city of Istanbul which is considered as the bridge between Europe and Asia. Unique opportunity for everyone to explore deeply all major touristic highlights within a short time with a special audio-guide equipment.

Itinerary

Sultanahmet Departure

Route Duration: 1 day

Stops on the Sultanahmet Departure:
  • Sultanahmet - Sultanahmet is notable for housing the famous, mosaic-filled Hagia Sophia mosque, as well as the magnificent Ottoman-era Blue Mosque with its prominent minarets. Along with the Egyptian Obelisk of Theodosius and the nearby 4th-century Stone of Million pillar ruin, Sultanahmet Square contains a park, gardens, and fountains. Shops, hotels, and traditional eateries line the streets of this renowned region.
  • Eminönü - As boats unload passengers at the ferry docks near the city's bazaars, Eminönü buzzes with bustle. The Egyptian Bazaar, also known as the Spice Bazaar, is a colourful jumble of carpets, textiles, lamps, and jewellery, with kiosks full of fruit, teas, and spices, while the Grand Bazaar's halls are a brilliant jumble of carpets, fabrics, lamps, and jewellery. The Süleymaniye Mosque dominates the region, while the Rustem Pasha Mosque, built in the 16th century, is known for its Iznik tiles.
  • Karaköy - Karaköy is a buzzing harborside district where hipster cafes and late-night cocktail bars mingle with neighbourhood bakeries and family-run businesses. Young fashion designers' studios and boutiques are housed in Ottoman-era structures splashed with street art, and there's also a thriving modern art gallery scene. A mosque and therapeutic baths are part of the 16th-century Klç Ali Paşa complex.
  • Galataport Istanbul - Galataport is a cruise ship port and mixed-use development in Istanbul's Galata neighbourhood. It lies on the European side of the Bosporus strait, where it meets the Golden Horn.
  • Dolmabahçe, Beşiktaş - Dolmabahçe Palace was the major administrative centre of the Ottoman Empire from 1856 to 1887 and from 1909 to 1922 (Yldz Palace was used in the interim). It is located in the Beşiktaş district of Istanbul, Turkey, on the European coast of the Bosporus strait.
  • Naval Museum - The Istanbul Naval Museum is a national naval museum, located in the Beşiktaş district of Istanbul in Turkey. It was established in 1897 by the Ottoman Minister of Navy Bozcaadalı Hasan Hüsnü Pasha. The museum contains an important collection of military artefacts pertaining to the Ottoman Navy.
  • Beylerbeyi Palace - The Beylerbeyi Palace, Beylerbeyi meaning "Lord of Lords", is located in the Beylerbeyi neighbourhood of Üsküdar district in Istanbul, Turkey, at the Asian side of the Bosphorus. An Imperial Ottoman summer residence built between 1861–1865, it is now situated immediately north of the First Bosphorus Bridge.
  • Büyük Beşiktaş Çarşısı - The Beşiktaş Bazaar is a popular Sunday market that is located in the Beşiktaş district. As you enter the market, myriad colours and friendly smiles will welcome you. It offers an astonishing range of goods that cover a wide span from tomatoes to exclusive jewellery.
  • Taksim Square - Fanning out from Taksim Square with its Republic Monument, Taksim is a busy nightlife, shopping, and dining area. Vintage trams shuttle along Istiklal Caddesi, the city’s main pedestrian boulevard, which is lined with 19th-century buildings housing international shopping chains, movie theatres, and cafes. The dense network of side streets is filled with bars, antique shops, and rooftop eateries with Bosphorus views.
  • Şişhane Sokak - For long a district known only for its lighting shops and rather grimy traffic, but now rapidly being transformed, with some of the most handsome of the fin-de-siècle buildings and incredibly accessible thanks to the new metro station. Few know the origin of the name, the 6th (Şeş in old Turkish, now only used in backgammon) Office, in other words, the municipality headquarters of the 6th arrondissement, Istanbul’s first modern municipality.
  • Egyptian Bazaar - The Spice Bazaar in Istanbul, Turkey is one of the largest bazaars in the city. Located in the Eminönü quarter of the Fatih district, it is the most famous covered shopping complex after the Grand Bazaar.
  • Sultanahmet - The end of the exciting journey.
Attractions on the Sultanahmet Departure:

Blue Mosque / Eminonu Pier / Karakoy / Galata Tower / Dolmabahce Palace / Naval Museum / Beylerbeyi Palace / Besiktas / Taksim Square / Beyoglu / Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)

Operates: Departure from Sultanahmet at (10:00 - 11:00 - 12:00 - 13:00 - 14:00 - 15:00 - 16:00 - 17:00)

Inclusions
  • A-day valid ticket
  • Professional licensed driver
  • Audio-guide (8 languages)
  • Internet access

Exclusions
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Infant seats available
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    Departure Point

    You may start this tour at any of the stops listed.


    Return Details

    You may disembark at any of the available stops.

    Voucher info

    You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

    Duration

    1 day


    User's Reviews

    AlexRhysDavis

    26 Mar, 2024

    I usually enjoy a sightseeing hop on/off bus whenever I visit any city in the World, but this is the exception! Initially I thought it wouldn't be a problem that the bus was infrequent as we were aware in advance and could plan around it. The problem then arises when you realise that the busses are all completely full - and as they operate every 45 minutes, if one bus is full you have a loooong wait for the next. Add to this that when the bus turned up the guide who told us it was full promised there was an extra bus added which was 10 minutes behind never turned up. When you consider an Uber in Istanbul costs £3-£4 to go pretty much anywhere and the public transport system is so advances and cheap, it's much cheaper and more efficient to just work your own way around the city. I honestly cannot stress enough how much you should avoid this rip off operation. It's not worth your time or money.

    90celiag

    26 Mar, 2024

    If only I had checked the reviews on trip advisor! Total waste of money and time. Initially thought it might give a good overview of the city - it didn’t : stuck in traffic and commentary was dull . Complete rip off . Recommend taking ferries across to the various districts .

    Panju_A

    23 Mar, 2024

    Easy to hop in and hop off because they keep up the time by the minute. Comfortable seats with great view …

    oswestrymedix

    12 Feb, 2024

    Pretty exprnsive for what it is and where it is. It is basically a single route and not that long either. It feels longer than it is because of the istanbul traffic and the 10 minute stops at multiple places. Expensive, maybe because they have no competition, when infact taxis are much cheaper in Istanbul

    Christina_S

    29 Jan, 2024

    I always like the Hop On Hop Off bus. Can get a lot of information and see the basics. I do wish the audio recording matched up with what we were seeing a bit better. The customer service representative was very helpful and kind.

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    Excelente tour de la ciudad y sus monumentos icónicos Transporte impecable y servicio a bordo!

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