Istanbul audio tour

Self-guided Istanbul audio tour in English

Discover Istanbul with a flexible walking route that brings together Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern in one self-guided experience.
Duration
Around 3.5 hours
Walking distance
About 4.9 km
Guide language
English
Format
Self-guided city walk

See Istanbul at your own pace

Use this guide to get a quick feel for the Istanbul route before opening the full tour. It brings together the main stops, practical details and a direct path into the experience.

Why this guide is useful

Use this guide to understand the route through Istanbul, see what it includes and decide if it fits the kind of walk you want.

What the route includes

This route brings together Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern. This version is in English, and the tour is also available in 9 other languages.

Who it suits best

It suits first-time visitors, couples on a city break, independent travelers and anyone who prefers exploring without a fixed group schedule.

How to start

Read the guide, open the full Istanbul tour, check the route details and start whenever you are ready.

Featured stops on this route

The route covers a mix of landmarks and neighborhoods, including Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern.

Hippodrome

Hippodrome is one of the stops that gives this route its character.

Blue Mosque

Blue Mosque is one of the stops that gives this route its character.

Hagia Sophia

Hagia Sophia is one of the stops that gives this route its character.

Basilica Cistern

Basilica Cistern is one of the stops that gives this route its character.

Topkapi Palace

Topkapi Palace is one of the stops that gives this route its character.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. You can follow the route on your own schedule without joining a group or booking a live guide.

The current route is planned for around 3.5 hours and about 4.9 km of walking, depending on how often you stop.

The route covers highlights such as Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern.

Use the guide to understand the route, then open the full tour and start when you are ready.

Ready to explore Istanbul?

Open the full Istanbul tour to view the route, see the current stops and start when it suits you.

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