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The Walls of Byzantine and Palace of the Porphyrogenitus Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

You will get a lot of information about walls of history and Istanbul city between Sea of Marmara and Golden horn all the way 7 km land side city walls.

You may climb up on the walls to see nice view and taking lovely pictures . The perspective of Byzantine and ottoman’s history and culture in 3 hours that might be interesting for you .

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

1

Your guide is going to pick you up from hotel and drop off hotel

1 hour • Admission Included
2

Tekfur Sarayi

Palace of the Porphyrogenitus ( old name )

1 hour • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Tickets

Hotel pick up and drop off

Pickup points

Hotel Temiz

Topcekenler Sok. 15, Istanbul Turkiye

TOP Hotel Aygun Plaza

Le Martin Cad 53 55, Istanbul Turkiye

Grand S Hotel

Yavuz Selim Mah. Yavuz Selim Cad. No:20, Istanbul Turkiye

My Mira City Spa Hotel

Yavuz Selim Mahallesi, Mehmetcik Sokak No: 17/1 Istanbul Turkiye

Litros Hotel & Spa

Yavuz Selim Cd. No:28/32A, Yavuz Selim Mah. Istanbul Turkiye

Nova Hotel

KazIm Karabekir Cd., Altıntepsi Mah. Istanbul Turkiye

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The Walls of Byzantine and Palace of the Porphyrogenitus Tour

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

4 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Istanbul Getaway

    R2414KGellenp,Apr 26, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Emre was very knowledgeable with the Turkish history and was able to enlightened us really well and he was very patient with us and a very safe driver. He is very reliable and punctual.

  • Turkey

    moeh347,Apr 14, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    The experience was very good. We did alot of site seeing and got to see the old Turkey as well as the New Turkey. Our tour guide was very friendly and very knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who wants explore Turkey.

  • Excellent

    N9677TVanitac,Apr 5, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Emre was our guide for a private tour of the walls of Istanbul. He used our names and was very pleasant. His car was clean, modern and very comfortable. Emre knew so much history about the history of Turkey and was really responsive to our questions. Emre also took us to the Chora Museum. This was a highlight for me. I love old buildings and art. We drank Turkish tea together and chatted about history and life. It felt like we made friends in Turkey. We would definitely use this service again. We enjoyed our time so much with Emre. We also used his services to drive us to the airport the next day.

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  • “Walls of Constantinople & Palace of the Porphyrogenitus – Expertly Guided by Emre”

    th3k0822,Dec 3, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    My wife and I recently joined the Walls of Byzantine and Palace of the Porphyrogenitus tour in Istanbul, and we were fortunate to have Emre as our guide. Since we were the only participants that day, the experience felt like a private tour, and Emre made it truly exceptional. • Historical Expertise: Emre’s deep knowledge of Byzantine history and the palace’s significance brought the ancient structures vividly to life. He explained not only their defensive and architectural importance but also their enduring cultural meaning. • Professionalism & Organization: The tour was perfectly paced, with time for walking, photos, and reflection. Emre ensured we were comfortable throughout and tailored the experience to our interests. • Engagement & Interaction: With just the two of us, Emre created a highly personalized atmosphere. He welcomed our questions and adjusted his explanations to match our curiosity, making the tour feel like a dialogue rather than a script. • Warmth & Personality: Beyond his expertise, Emre’s humor and approachable manner made the day enjoyable. His enthusiasm was contagious, and his storytelling transformed stone walls and ruins into living history. By the end of the tour, we didn’t just see the Byzantine walls and palace—we understood their role in shaping Istanbul’s identity. For anyone seeking a meaningful, well-organized, and enriching experience, we highly recommend booking this tour with Emre.

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