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Sultanahmet Square

Name: Sultanahmet Square
Rating: 4.7

4.7 ·

Stroll Sultanahmet Square, the open heart of Istanbul's old city and former Hippodrome. Walk among its monuments and enjoy the views of the landmarks that frame the space.

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Full description

Sultanahmet Square is a wide paved plaza on the site of the ancient Hippodrome, with several monuments standing within it and many of Istanbul's best-known sights around its edges. Reviewers recommend going early, before tour groups arrive, and returning after dark when the square takes on a different atmosphere.

Benches, cafes, restaurants and shops line the surroundings, so it works both as a place to sit and as a starting point for the old city. It is free, open 24 hours, and a typical stop lasts around 20 minutes.

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Address

Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet Parkı No:2, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

20 min

Best time

early morning, morning, afternoon, early evening or evening

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

Arrive early to have it largely to yourself before tours start
come back in the evening for a different mood
use the benches and nearby cafes as a base between the surrounding monuments.

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Reviews

AMAZING! Go early and have it all to yourself before the tours arrive. It’s bustling, vibrant and simply outstanding in every way! Come back at night for another amazing experience. Lots of benches and shade to ensure you go slow and enjoy every moment!

Marie

2/5

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