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Istanbul: Church, Synagogue and Mosque Walking Tour
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3 to 4 Hours
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Offered in: English
Overview
Istanbul's historic peninsula is a treasure trove of cultural and historical landmarks. Our 3-hour and 45-minute tour covers St. Anthony's Church, Neve Shalom Synagogue, and the iconic Suleymaniye Mosque including the time that guests will walk with the guide. In the Beyoglu district, you'll explore the Kamondo stairs and visit the Galata Tower, offering stunning views. These landmarks reflect Istanbul's rich heritage. St. Anthony's Church, the spiritual center for the Catholic community, and the historical Suleymaniye Mosque, designed by Mimar Sinan in the 16th century, are must-see attractions. Explore Istanbul's cultural and historical heritage with us.
What's Included
- At the end of the tour, our guests will be offered 2 tea and 1 Turkish coffee per person in the cafe with beautiful views around the Suleymaniye Mosque.
- Public transportation costs are included in the price.
- For lunch, you can choose the local restaurants around the Galata Tower. The guide will help you with this.
- Guests who want to visit Galata Tower during our break around Galata must buy a ticket. (650₺ Fee)
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
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Our tour ends next to Beyazit tram station. Our guests can return to their hotels by tram at Beyazit Square. Our guide will explain to the guests how to get back.
Start time
12:00 PM
End Point
Our tour ends next to Beyazit tram station. Our guests can return to their hotels by tram at Beyazit Square. Our guide will explain to the guests how to get back.
What To Expect
Taksim Square
The guide meets the guests in Taksim Square, gives information about Taksim Square by chatting with the guests, and walks together to Sent Antuan Church. Information about Istiklal Street is given on the way. After a 10-15 minute walk, they arrive at the church.
• Admission Ticket Free
St Anthony of Padua
The guests will be given a 15-20 minute explanation of the church and free time and will meet at the door of the church at 12.45/13:00.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Galata Tower
After the guests leave the church, the guide walks with the guests to Galata Tower. There is a walking distance of 10-15 minutes, the guide will narrate on the way. Guests are given 45 minutes of free time. During this time, guests can go to Galata Tower, eat in the cafes around the tower, consume alcohol in the bars, and shop from the local shopkeepers in the neighborhood. At 14:00, the tour will be reconvened. Meeting times can be flexible. It is 5 minutes walking distance between Galata Tower and Neve Shalom Synagogue. The entrance fee to Galata Tower is 650₺.
45 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Neve Shalom Synagogue
There will be 10 minutes of guide narration in the synagogue and 10 minutes of free time will be given. Meet at 14:30 at the door of the synagogue.
45 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Kamondo Stairs
Exiting the synagogue and walking to Kamondo stairs.
• Admission Ticket Free
Suleymaniye Mosque
Guests listen to the guide about the mosque, the guide gives 20 minutes narration and 10 minutes free time. Meet at 15:45 at the mosque gate.Meeting times can be flexible.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operated by TOFA WORLD TRAVEL
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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