Istanbul City Walls & Spice Bazaar

Istanbul City Walls & Spice Bazaar

3 hours | Istanbul | I S T - 2 9 5
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Easy activity

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Tour through Old Istanbul, crossing the Galata Bridge. Your guide will point out the Suleymaniye Mosque, one of the most important mosques of the Ottoman Empire, before you drive along the city walls surrounding the ancient city. You will also pass under the age-old Roman aqueduct on your way to the Spice Market. The Spice Market or Egyptian Bazaar was constructed in 1663 as a part of the adjacent Yeni Mosque complex, in order to generate funds for the upkeep of the mosque. This was an avant-garde concept at the time-light years ahead of the not-for-profit fundraising game. The Spice Market is the best place to purchase spices familiar and exotic, whose pungent aromas bear little resemblance to the supermarket variety, as well as fresh Turkish Delight, caviar and a fascinating array of teas before you return to the port.

Special Notes:

Expect extreme dense traffic conditions in Istanbul.

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Depart from ship for Panoramic Drive around the City Walls

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 35
Travel time: 01:40

Free time in Spice Market

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 35
Time at site: 01:00
Free time at site: 60
Inside visit: Yes
Air conditioned: No
Walking distance: 650
Steps: 3
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: Yes
Photo/video restrictions: No
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Re-board your motorcoach and return to your ship

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 35
Travel time: 00:20