# Walking The Old City

> Explore Istanbul's historic heart on a private walking tour, from the Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia to Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque and the Hippodrome. The day connects these landmarks entirely on foot.

**Category:** Daily Tours  
**URL:** https://www.turkeytourorganizer.com/how-to-roam/daily-tours/walking-the-old-city//  
**Duration:** 1 days / 0 nights  
**Destinations:** Hippodrome of Constantinople, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Underground Cistern  

## Overview

Explore the historic charm of Istanbul on our Walking the Old City daily tours. Discover ancient sites, vibrant culture and hidden gems matching your interests.

## Destinations

- Hippodrome of Constantinople
- Blue Mosque
- Hagia Sophia
- Topkapi Palace
- Underground Cistern

## Itinerary

### Day 1 - A walk through Istanbul's Old City

Begin at the Basilica Cistern, then walk to Hagia Sophia. Continue to Topkapi Palace to explore the former seat of the Ottoman court.

From Topkapi Palace, continue on foot to the Blue Mosque. Finish at the Hippodrome, the former centre of public life and chariot racing in Byzantine Constantinople.

Walking route: Basilica Cistern → Hagia Sophia → Topkapi Palace → Blue Mosque → Hippodrome.

## Places You'll See

- Hagia Sophia
- Topkapi Palace
- Hippodrome of Constantinople
- Underground Cistern
- The Blue Mosque

## Gallery

![Blue (Sultanahmet) Mosque](https://cdn.turkeytourorganizer.com/tto-rest/tour/gallery/blue-sultanahmet-mosque_1679651249.webp) — Blue (Sultanahmet) Mosque

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