Step Into Centuries of Civilization

Explore the incredible collections of the Istanbul Archaeological Museums, including the Archaeological Museum, Museum of Islamic Art, and the Museum of Ancient Oriental Works. Our expert guide will reveal the story of Turkey’s first museum and the rare treasures from the Ottoman Empire’s vast territories. See masterpieces like the Alexander Sarcophagus, statues from the Roman Empire, and mosaics from Babylon’s Ishtar Gate. Then, witness the glory of the iconic Hagia Sophia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most significant religious and architectural landmarks in the world. This 4-hour tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off from central Istanbul hotels.

Schedule

The tour starts at 09:00 and ends around 13:00.

Hagia Sophia: End your journey at the legendary Hagia Sophia, once a church, then a mosque, and now a mosque again. It stands as a magnificent symbol of Byzantine and Ottoman heritage.

Istanbul Archaeological Museums: Visit the Archaeological Museum, Museum of Islamic Art, and Museum of Ancient Oriental Works. Explore artifacts from Anatolia, Mesopotamia, Arabia, Egypt, and the Hellenistic and Roman periods.