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    View of Istanbul's Golden Horn from Pierre Loti Hill, showcasing cityscape and waterway.

    Pierre Loti Hill Tickets

    The Pierre Loti Cafe offers stunning views of the Golden Horn, a natural harbor that divides the European side of Istanbul. Enjoy a cable car ride up the slope and an afternoon cruise along the Bosphorus Strait with these Pierre Loti Hill tickets including guided tours and hotel transfers.
    from € 40

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    Gallipoli Martyrs' Memorial with Turkish flag overlooking the sea.

    Gallipoli Tours

    Journey into history with a visit to Gallipoli from Istanbul. Explore the stories of bravery and significant battles of World War I with our collection of guided tours. Book now for an insightful experience!
    from € 135

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    Tour guide leading a group at Topkapi Palace Museum, Istanbul, with skip-the-line access.
    Topkapi Palace Tickets
    Topkapi Palace & Harem Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Tickets
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    Illuminated columns in the underground Basilica Cistern, Istanbul.
    Basilica Cistern Tickets
    Basilica Cistern Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Tickets
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    Fairy chimneys in Cappadocia landscape, Turkey, viewed during hot air balloon tour.
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    Red Tour with Fairy Chimney & Zelve Open-Air Museum Visit with Lunch & Transfers
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    Traveler with a map near the Blue Mosque in Istanbul during sunset.
    Guided Tours
    Half-Day Walking Tour of the Magnificent Mosques in Istanbul
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    Trojan Horse replica at Troy archaeological site, Turkey, with visitors exploring.
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    Full-Day Guided Tour of Troy from Istanbul with Lunch & Transfers
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    Hagia Sophia exterior with minarets and dome, Istanbul, Turkey.
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    Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia Guided Tour with Tickets
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    Dolmabahce Palace and Bosphorus cruise ship in Istanbul, Turkey.
    Dolmabahçe Palace Tickets
    Combo: Dolmabahçe Palace & Harem Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide + Bosphorus Cruise
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    Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace in Istanbul under clear skies.
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    Combo: Topkapi Palace + Blue Mosque Guided Tours with Skip-the-Line Tickets
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    Hagia Sophia exterior view during historian guided tour in Istanbul.
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    Historian-Guided Tour of Hagia Sophia in Spanish
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    Woman exploring the illuminated columns inside the Basilica Cistern, Istanbul.
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    Yacht docked on the Bosphorus with cityscape in the background, Istanbul.
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    Bosphorus & Golden Horn Sunset Yacht Cruise with English-Speaking Guide
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    Hagia Sophia exterior with minarets in Istanbul, surrounded by greenery.
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    Istanbul Top Museums 3-Day Pass: Guided Tour + Entry Tickets & Free Bosphorus Cruise
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    Cappadocia Super Combo: Hot Air Balloon Watching + Red Tour and ATV Tour or Horse Ride
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    Basilica Cistern interior and boat on Bosphorus near Istanbul landmark.
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    Istanbul Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
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    Basilica Cistern interior and Busforus tour bus in Istanbul.
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    Travel guides and tips

    6 best Topkapi Palace guided tour options

    6 best Topkapi Palace guided tour options

    Step into the Topkapi Palace and get whisked away into the truly king-size world of Sultans! Nearly thirty Sultans have ruled from the Topkapi Palace for almost 400 years! The Palace functioned as the administrative center of the Ottoman empire and has even served as the residence of the Imperial Ottoman Court. The Topkapi Palace […]

    Topkapi Palace Istanbul, a guide to the seat of Ottoman power

    Topkapi Palace Istanbul, a guide to the seat of Ottoman power

    Undoubtedly, Topkapi Palace is one of Istanbul’s most visited tourist attractions. Before Sultan Abdülmecid decided to transfer the court to the Dolmabahçe Palace in 1853, it was the centre of the Ottoman Empire and housed its sultans and the ladies in their harem for almost three centuries. This famous tourist attraction is a must-see while […]

    Top 7 Hagia Sophia guided tours for you

    Top 7 Hagia Sophia guided tours for you

    Hagia Sophia, the Byzantine Jewel of Istanbul is the blending pot of Byzantine and Ottoman culture. Originally a cathedral, then a mosque, and now a museum, Hagia Sophia has always been marvelled at for its architectural beauty which is reflected in the artistry of the domes. Hagia Sophia has a glorious history of 1500 years. […]

    Top 4 Dolmabahce Palace guided tours to choose from

    Top 4 Dolmabahce Palace guided tours to choose from

    Dolmabahce Palace is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Istanbul, Turkey. The palace was built in the 19th century and was the primary residence of the Ottoman sultans for nearly fifty years. Today, it is open to the public as a museum. Visitors can explore the lavish rooms and gardens, and learn about […]

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    Luca

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    Online ticket cut the queue time and let me enjoy the tour which was awesome. The mobile voice guide was exhaustive and easy to use
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    Jordi

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    Aug 2025
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    The purchase of the tickets was very easy and fast. If I have something to comment, it is the little and small i information of where is the entrance/row of the people who bought tickets online. The Cistern Basilica was amazing, we liked it very much.
    Chloe Davids
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    Chloe

    South Africa
    Aug 2025
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    The trip was amazing, we got a perfect view of all the attractions and our team had the privilege of learning so much about the city through the audio. My favorite was definitely when we crossed the bridge to the Asian side of Turkey. The views were beautiful!!😍
    Daria Arkhipkina
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    Daria

    Belarus
    Aug 2025
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    Absolutely amazing! Awesome! We all loved our guide! He's a great storyteller, it was a pleasure to listen to everything he told us! Lots of new experiences and information! I literally rushed back home to write down as much as I could remember from this tour, because I didn't want to lose so many important and impressive details he mentioned!
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    Cesar

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    Aug 2025
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    Good Experience In my case I started the tour from Sultanahmet. Important fact. Istanbul is a city with a lot of traffic
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    Mateja

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    It was a very interesting and entertaining vist to all thre monuments Our guide (Arthur) was very knowlagable, he gave us a lot of information, and was able to navigate us quickly inside all the attractions
    Tudor Oargă
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    Tudor

    Romania
    Jul 2025
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    Buse was our tour guide and did a terrific job! She was very informative, fun and interactive. Definitely would recommend a tour with her. The mosque is a must see during your trip to Istanbul.
    Maria-Anna Segreto
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    Maria-anna

    Italy
    Jul 2025
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    The visit was something spectacular. Beautiful environment, news told in wonderful amniera by our guide (very friendly and nice). After the visit with the guide you can stay as long as you want to continue the visit on your own and take photos.

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