Validity period
01 January 2026 31 December 2026
Istanbul
| Ticket type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult 12+ | € 35.0 |
| Child 6–11 | € 25.0 |
| Child 3–5 | € 15.0 |
Daily Tours Activities
Süleymaniye Mosque and Yedikule Fortress Morning Tour
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Overview
Look up into Süleymaniye’s dome, then step between Yedikule’s stone walls. This morning journey connects Sinan’s architectural vision with Istanbul’s fortified past, bringing two contrasting landmarks to life through your guide’s stories. Explore both in around five hours, then continue your own discoveries from Sultanahmet, where the tour ends.
- Duration 5 Hours For activities that include transfer, transfer time is included.
- Departure Location Istanbul
- Language English
- Tour typeDaily Tours Activities
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Pick Up Place
Pickup is available from eligible central hotels on Istanbul’s European side. Guests staying on the Asian side may travel ind… Read more Read less
Pickup is available from eligible central hotels on Istanbul’s European side. Guests staying on the Asian side may travel independently to the Sirkeci Station meeting point on the European side, subject to advance confirmation. The tour ends in Sultanahmet; no return transfer to hotels or Sirkeci is provided.
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Highlights
- Discover Sinan’s vision at Süleymaniye
- Follow the light beneath the great dome
- Feel history within Yedikule’s stone walls
- Connect Byzantine defences with Ottoman power
- Meet two different Istanbuls in one morning
- Continue exploring Sultanahmet after the tour
- Booking Confirmation: Immediate Approval.
- Voucher Type: Both Printed and Mobile Accepted.
- Cancellation policy: Flexible
- Online Booking: Quick, Easy, and Secure.
- Wheelchair Accessibility: Not Available.
Full Description
What's included
What's included
- Pickup from eligible central hotels on the European side or joining at a confirmed meeting point
- Vehicle transport between itinerary stops
- Professional English-speaking guide service
- Süleymaniye Mosque visit and Yedikule Fortress admission
- Transport to the Sultanahmet end point
What's not included
- Return transfer to your hotel after the tour
- Meals and drinks
- Personal expenses and optional purchases
- Travel insurance
- Optional tips for the guide and driver
When & Where
- Event days
- Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- Departure Location
- Istanbul
Know Before You Go
Days, duration and availability
Allow approximately five hours for this morning tour, including transfers. This tour does not operate on Mondays. Winter departures may not run if participation is insufficient; check your date before booking. Traffic and visiting conditions may change timings and the order of stops.
Mosque dress requirements
Cover shoulders and knees. Women should bring a scarf to cover their hair. Remove shoes when entering the mosque. Prayer times and religious events can affect access; follow staff and guide instructions.
Walking and access
The tour combines vehicle transport with walking, historic stone surfaces and steps. Tower and wall access at Yedikule is limited to areas open that day; access to every section is not guaranteed. Wear comfortable shoes with good grip. The tour is not wheelchair accessible; advise mobility limitations in advance.
Guiding and the end point
Guiding is in English. The tour finishes in Sultanahmet without a return transfer to hotels or Sirkeci. Plan your onward journey accordingly. Sirkeci Station is on the European side; guests staying on the Asian side travel independently to the confirmed meeting point.
Shopping and practical details
The leather outlet visit and purchases are optional. Meals and drinks are excluded. Respect worshippers and site photography rules. Current cancellation terms displayed during booking apply.
Pickup & Meeting Point
Pick Up Place
Pickup is available from eligible central hotels on Istanbul’s European side. Guests staying on the Asian side may travel independently to the Sirkeci Station meeting point on the European side, subject to advance confirmation. The tour ends in Sultanahmet; no return transfer to hotels or Sirkeci is provided.Meeting Point
Guests with confirmed hotel pickup should wait in the lobby at the advised time. A nearby meeting point is provided for hotels without vehicle access. Joining at Sirkeci Station requires advance confirmation; the exact point and time are shared after booking.Departure zone
Additional information
Half-Day Morning Itinerary
1. Hotel pickup or meeting point
Join at your confirmed central hotel or the agreed Sirkeci meeting point. Your precise pickup time depends on hotel location and the collection route.
2. Süleymaniye Mosque
Discover the mosque’s architecture, dome and courtyard with your guide. Visiting arrangements follow prayer times and access conditions.
3. Transfer to Yedikule
Travel by vehicle from Süleymaniye to Yedikule Fortress. Journey time depends on traffic.
4. Yedikule Fortress visit
Explore the open sections of the Ottoman fortress connected with the Byzantine walls and Golden Gate. Your guide explains its defensive and prison history. Current site rules govern tower and wall access.
5. Optional leather outlet stop
If offered within the operating program, visit a leather outlet for a product presentation and fashion show. Participation and purchases are optional; shopping is excluded from the tour price.
6. Finish in Sultanahmet
The tour ends in the Sultanahmet area without hotel drop-off. Allow approximately five hours overall. Visiting order and times may change with traffic, prayer arrangements and operating conditions.
Period & Price
Validity period
01 January 2027 31 December 2027
Istanbul
| Ticket type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult 12+ | € 35.0 |
| Child 6–11 | € 30.0 |
| Child 3–5 | € 20.0 |
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