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Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour Istanbul Highlights

  • Spot the prominent landmarks of the city from the open-top deck of the hop-on-hop-off bus

  • Know about the rich history and culture of the places through the audio commentary

  • With this ticket, you get access to Miniaturk and Naval Museum along with a ride on the Bosphorus Cruise

  • Hop off at your favorite destinations which include - the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the Egyptian Spice Bazaar

Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour Istanbul Overview

Timings & Duration:

  • Red Line (Frequency: Every 30 minutes, Duration: 2 hours)
  • Operating time: 09:15 AM - 06:35 PM
  • Blue Line (Frequency: Every 60 minutes, Duration: 1.25 hours)
  • Operating time: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Pick-up & Location Information: Tours start in Sultanahmet Square between Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophie next to the main road. Customers can also start their tour from any of the stops on the itinerary but they must redeem their voucher in Sultanahmet Square at stop number 1/20.

About Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour Istanbul:

Explore the prominent landmarks of Istanbul by opting for this hop-on hop-off package. Take a tour of this beautiful city at your own pace by hopping on and off a bus. Depart from any of the locations mentioned in the itinerary according to your convenience. An opportunity for you to customize this whole trip according to your comfort and visit only those attractions that you want to explore by an open-top bus.

About the Activity:

  • Embark on Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour Istanbul and explore your favorite landmarks of the city by a hop-on hop-off bus.
  • Come across your favorite sites and don't miss the opportunity to explore those sites according to your choice.
  • There will be a live commentary facility available for you so that you will keep gaining knowledge about the destinations you pass by.
  • Get access to 3 prominent attractions of the city with this ticket.
  • The destinations you will be getting access to are- Miniaturk, Naval Museum, and a Bosphorus Cruising session.
  • Tour stops and highlights: 
  • Sultanahmet Square: This famous square of Istanbul was previously a sporting and social center of Constantinople.
  • Galata Bridge: See the popular Galata Bridge surrounding the Golden Horn in Istanbul.
  • Tophane: Witness the world-famous monument of Tophane which is one of the most massive churches in the whole world.
  • Port: See an important tourism hub of the city which is also an industrial center for the country.
  • Dolmabahce Palace: This palace used to be the prime administrative center, starting from 1856 in the Ottoman Empire.
  • Beylerbeyi Palace: A palace with the meaning of "Lord of Lords" was the summer residence of the Imperial Ottoman.
  • W Hotel: The W Hotel holds an exclusive neighborhood that consists of cafes, restaurants, art galleries, and more.
  • Taksim Square: Explore the beauty of a prominent square of the city which is mainly known for the shops, hotels, and restaurants. 
  • Sishane-Istanbul Modern: Sishane is known to be the first museum in Turkey and consists of modern and contemporary arts. 
  • Egyptian-Spice Bazaar: A prominent market in the city where you can see the huge supply of spices, nuts, dried figs, and much more
  • About the 3 destinations with free access:
  • Miniaturk: Explore a miniature park in Istanbul, showcasing tiny versions of the city's famous attractions. This park is also considered to be an open-air museum in the town.
  • Naval Museum: Visit a historic national museum in the city which consists of rowboats, ship models, paintings, wood carvings, and many more ancient elements.
  • Bosphorus Cruise: Traverse through the beauty of Istanbul with a cruising session on the glimmering waterways of the city.

Additional Information:

Miniaturk

  • Opening hours: 09:00 AM - 07:00 PM
  • Last admission: 06:00 PM
  • Take the Blue line and hop off at the 25. Stop

Naval Museum

  • Opening hours: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Last admission: 04:00 PM
  • Take the Red Tour and hop off at the 6. Stop

You can also book:

  1. Turkish Dance Show at Hodjapasha Cultural Centre
  2. Madame Tussauds & SEA LIFE Combo
  3. Hagia Sophia & Topkapi Palace Combo Tour

Select Package Options

This Classic Tour ticket gives one day access to the bus tour with 37 stops to the prominent destinations.

Note:

  • Children below the age of 5 years will go free of charge and children 5-12 years will be charged as per a child ticket.
  • Children above the age of 12 years will be considered adults.


Price Includes
  • Ticket
    • 1-day access to 2 bus routes with over 37 bus stops (unlimited pick-ups and drop-offs). Please note that only the Red Route is currently operating ticket(s)
    • Admission to: Miniaturk and Naval Museum
    • Complimentary headphones


  • Guide
    • Live commentary on board


This Premium Tour ticket gives 2-day access to the bus tour with 37 stops to the prominent destinations.

Note:

  • Children below the age of 5 years will go free of charge and children 5-12 years will be charged as per a child ticket.
  • Children above the age of 12 years will be considered adults.
Price Includes
  • Ticket
    • 2-day access to 2 bus routes with over 37 bus stops (unlimited pick-ups and drop-offs). Please note that only the Red Route is currently operating ticket(s)
    • Admission to: Miniaturk and Naval Museum
    • Complimentary headphones


  • Guide
    • Live commentary on board


This Deluxe Tour ticket gives 3-day access to the bus tour with 37 stops to the prominent destinations.

Note:

  • Children below the age of 5 years will go free of charge and children 5-12 years will be charged as per a child ticket.
  • Children above the age of 12 years will be considered adults.


Price Includes
  • Ticket
    • 3-day access to 2 bus routes with over 37 bus stops (unlimited pick-ups and drop-offs). Please note that only the Red Route is currently operating ticket(s)
    • Admission to: Miniaturk and Naval Museum
    • Complimentary headphones


  • Guide
    • Live commentary on board


More Details about Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour Istanbul

Know Before You Go for Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour Istanbul

  • Children below the age of 5 years will go free of charge and children 5-12 years will be charged as per a child ticket, whereas children above the age of 12 years will be considered adults.
  • Audio commentary is available in English / Spanish / Arabic / Russian / German / French / Turkish / Italian.
  • Although not mandatory, it is recommended that you purchase accident and/or travel insurance before participating in this activity.
  • Outside food and drinks are not allowed.
  • Pets are not allowed on board.
  • All foreign nationals must share their passport and visa details at the time of arrival and entry.

Accessibility Options for Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour Istanbul

  • Wheelchair Accessible

Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour Istanbul Map

Starting Point
İstanbul
İstanbul, Turkey