Your Essential Free Tour of Istanbul will focus on the most famous and lively gathering hub of Istanbul: The Sultanahmet Square, also known as the Hippodrome, since it played the role of a ‘circus’ (a horse and chariot racing place) in the Byzantine Empire. This extraordinary square was designed to hold 100,000 spectators! So, even today is an impressive sight in itself, as well as a perfect place to feel the energetic vibe of the city. And even more importantly, Sultanahmet Square is surrounded by world-famous monuments, such as the impressive Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia Museum and also the Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts. Although not all these monuments can be visited for free during the tour, your guide will offer all the historical information you need to visit each of these extraordinary buildings on your own.