Suleiman the Magnificent Tour

General information

Destination	Category
Istanbul, Turkey	Attractions/Entertainment

Program details

Süleymaniye Mosque is the largest imperial mosque and one of the best-known sights of İstanbul. Built on the order of Süleyman The Magnificient by the Court Architect Sinan. The mosque crowns İstanbul on a hilltop dominating Golden Horn. In the garden, there are two mausoleums: Tomb of Sultan Süleyman I and his wife Hürrem Sultan (Roxelana). Outside the walls is the Tomb of Master Architect Sinan. Blue Mosque, facing Hagia Sophia, famous with its blue Iznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet (the visit is not possible on Friday because of crowded noon prayer).



Hippodrome, center of sportive events (chariot races, athletics) and political activities of the old city. Serpentine Column, Obelisk of Theodosius and German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating the Hippodrome.



Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum is housed in the former palace of İbrahim Paşa, the grand vizier to Süleyman the Magnificient. Before being converted into a museum, palace served as a prison, a home for foreign ambassadors, a clothing factory, and barracks. Today, the museum contains beatifully displayed examples; illuminated Qurans and Turkish carpets collection which is rated as one of the best in the world, and attracts serious carpet enthusiasts. Historical Ottoman Mansion presenting a rich collection of Turkish Carpets.



Afternoon visit to Yıldız Palace overlooking the Bosphorus which became the fourth administration center of the empire following the Old Palace, Topkapı Palace and Dolmabahçe Palace. You will enjoy the georgeous colors of the flowers of the Yıldız Palace Gardens and will have the chance to experience a marveleous view of the Bosphorus through the peaceful green of this public site. Freetime for a tea break at the Sale Kiosk, former Sultan’s residence from the Ottoman Period.



Start/opening time: Pick up between 8am and 8:40am.



Redeem information
Voucher type: Printed
Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.

Location
Starting point:
Hotel pickup

End point: Same as starting point

Schedule
Opening dates
08:00 - 16:00

Duration: 8 Hours

Guiding options
Guiding type: Guide

Requirements
Please be advised that the tour may be given in several languages.