Itinerary
- Dolmabahce Palace: Dolmabahce Palace, built in the 19th century is one of the most glamorous palaces in the world. It was the administrative center of the late Ottoman Empire with the last Ottoman Sultans residing there.
Dolmabahçe Palace is closed to visitors on Mondays. - Galata Tower: You can find great views of Istanbul from other places in the city. Located in the Beyoglu district where you will admire both Bosphorus and Golden Horn. It is a Genoese watchtower that still offers the best panoramic view in Istanbul.
- Taksim Square: Taksim situated in Beyoğlu in the European part of Istanbul is a major tourist and leisure district famed for its restaurants, shops, and hotels. It is considered the heart of modern Istanbul
Includes
- Licensed guides throughout Istanbul tours
- Local taxes and service charges
- Personal expenses
- Customary tips to guide
- Entrance Fees
Details
This morning, your guide will take you on a tour of the opulent Dolmabahce Palace on the banks of the Bosporus. Thereafter, walk to the Tunel in Karakoy and take the funicular which is the second oldest metro in the world after London, to visit Old Galata and Pera neighborhoods, which were inhabited since the Byzantine Empire. During the 19th century Ottoman Empire, the street was known as Grande Rue de Pera and the district became a center for foreigners, Levantines, Ottoman intellectuals, and western culture admirers.
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
