Sultans and Secrets: Topkapı Palace and Hagia Sophia Private Tour
Overview
About
Discover the secrets of two of Istanbul's most iconic landmarks on this private tour. Explore the opulent halls and gardens of Topkapı Palace, once the residence of the Ottoman sultans. Then, visit the magnificent Hagia Sophia, a former Byzantine church and Ottoman mosque that has been a symbol of Istanbul for centuries. This private tour provides a unique and personalized experience, allowing you to explore these incredible landmarks at your own pace.
What you'll do
Meeting and pickup
What is included?
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
What is not included?
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Meet your host
Itinerary
Istanbul Private Sightseeing Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Sultans and Secrets: Topkapı Palace and Hagia Sophia Private Tour in Istanbul, Turkey. This private sightseeing tours experience includes 3 stops over 1 day. Duration: 4 hours. Activity level: Extreme.
Here is the starting point
The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, Istanbul
Hagia Sophia is one of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks, originally built as a grand cathedral in the 6th century. Over the centuries, it has been transformed into a mosque, then a museum, and now back to a mosque, each phase adding to its rich history. With its stunning dome, breathtaking mosaics, and towering minarets, Hagia Sophia offers visitors a rare chance to experience the perfect blend of Byzantine and Ottoman influences. A must-see for anyone visiting Istanbul, this architectural wonder takes you on a journey through the city’s fascinating past1
Topkapı Palace
- Surrounded on three sides by the Marmara Sea, the Bosporus, and the Golden Horn, Topkapi Palace was the imperial residence of the Ottoman Sultans and home to his court and harem. The palace complex is huge and contains 4 main courtyards with beautiful gardens, an enormous kitchen, mosques, a hospital, many pavilions, and the Harem. The Topkapi housed each of the Ottoman sultans from Sultan Mehmed II to Sultan Abdulmecid, covering nearly four centuries and 25 sultans.
- This opulent palace witnessed the greatest glories and the most heartbreaking tragedies in the history of the Ottoman Empire.
- You will travel through centuries listening to great stories and uncover the secret life of mighty Ottoman sultans and their Harem.
Sultanahmet
Historical District of Sultanahmet will be explained as that's the center of country for centuries.
This concludes the tour.
