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|Sunday, January 25, 2026Cankurtaran, Topkapı Sarayı, 34122 Fatih, Istanbul, Türkiye
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1-Day Plan in Sultanahmet Anchored by Topkapi
Route and pacing ideas for a single day in Istanbul’s historic heart, with Topkapi as centerpiece.
12/17/2025
9 min read
> Quick take: **Hagia Sophia** early, **Topkapi** mid-morning to afternoon, finish with **Gülhane Park**.
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## The Route
1. Hagia Sophia (early)
2. Topkapi Palace (2–3 hours)
3. Lunch and Gülhane stroll
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## Bottom Line
This loop balances **light, lines, and logistics**—no rushing required.
About the Author
Istanbul Planner
I built this to help you meet Topkapi Palace with calm, context, and care—so gardens, galleries, and Bosphorus light can speak clearly of centuries.
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Sultanahmet
Topkapi
Hagia Sophia
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