Istanbul: Balat, Chora Museum & Tekfur Palace Guided Walking Tour

Name: Istanbul: Balat, Chora Museum & Tekfur Palace Guided Walking Tour
Brand: Viator
Price: 101.03 USD
Availability: InStock

3h 30mEnglishIstanbul

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Explore the colorful and historic streets of Balat with a local expert guide Visit the magnificent Chora Museum and admire world-famous Byzantine mosaics Discover the hidden history of Tekfur Palace, the last Byzantine palace in Istanbul Enjoy a 3-hour walking tour through authentic neighborhoods beyond the tourist crowds All entrance tickets included for a seamless experience Perfect for culture lovers, photographers, and history enthusiasts See a different side of Istanbul full of local charm and rich heritage Small-group atmosphere with personal guiding experience

Included

Professional licensed tour guide
Small group experience
Local tips and photo stops in Balat
Historical and cultural commentary throughout the tour
Skip-the-line entrance to Tekfur Palace
Skip-the-line entrance to Chora Museum
Guided walking tour experience

Not included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Food and drinks
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Transportation to the meeting point

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What you'll do

Step away from the typical tourist attractions and discover the hidden heritage
of Istanbul on this guided walking tour through the historic districts of Balat and Fener. Meeting Point – Chora Museum (Kariye Mosque) Meet your guide at 11:00 AM in front of the Chora Museum. ✨ Chora Museum Admire one of Istanbul’s most important Byzantine monuments and learn about its rich history. Tekfur Palace Visit the last surviving Byzantine imperial palace and discover its fascinating past. ⛪ Ayazma Church Explore this historic Orthodox church and its religious significance. Colorful Streets of Balat Walk through Balat’s famous streets filled with colorful houses, cafés, and local life. ⛪ Iron Church Visit the unique Bulgarian St. Stephen Church, built entirely of cast iron. Greek Orthodox College & Patriarchate See the famous Red School and the Ecumenical Patriarchate, the spiritual center of Eastern Orthodoxy. Along the way, your guide will share stories of Istanbul’s multicultural past and Byzantine heritage.

Meeting and pickup

6 locations

Pickup details

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour departure time. Your guide will be waiting for you next to the ticket office, holding a white flag with the GLOBEX logo. Please look for the GLOBEX flag upon arrival.