Istanbul Highlights: The Royal Adventure

Reconquer Old Istanbul on a thrilling adventure filled with fun challenges. This route will take you on a journey around the historical peninsula of Istanbul.

Along the way, we will guide you through Istanbul’s most characteristic attractions and explore the turbulent history of the city.

We will begin from Eminönü Square and end the route in the beautiful Gülhane Park, where you can take a walk or relax in an ambient cafe in celebration of completing your quest.

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24/7

Languages

English

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Created by

Atilla Serdar Ulaş

Highlights

Take a walk around the beautiful Hagia Sophia, admiring its majesty.
Stroll through the city’s world-famous Grand Bazaar.
Learn about the Column of Constantine and what secrets lie buried beneath it.
Immerse yourself in the magic of the city that blends Eastern and Western traits, tradition and modernity.

Storyline

The year is 1703. You are Ali Pasha, a handsome peasant who, through charm and intelligence, has earned himself a comfortable place in the palace. Sultan Mustafa has appointed you as his Grand Vizier, and given you his daughter, Princess Emine’s hand in marriage.

Your life is the original rags-to-riches fairytale, that is, until one day you start to hear rumors of rebellion forming within the palace walls!

Can you uncover who is planning this revolt and stop them from overthrowing the Sultan?

Game route

Starting point Egyptian Bazaar Entrance

Rüstem Paşa, Erzak Ambarı Sok. No:92, 34116 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey

Finish point Gülhane Park

Cankurtaran, Alemdar Cd. No:30, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey

Places you will visit

It will take you

48-78 mins

You will walk

6170 steps

Total distance

4.7 km

Get the Questo app and you’re all set

Download it, choose your route and just walk to the starting point.

Ratings and Reviews

4.07

14 ratings

5 Stars

36%

4 Stars

43%

3 Stars

14%

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Mohammad Amroabadi

15 Apr 2024

Amin Mahdavi

15 Apr 2024

Michelle VanVoorhis

11 Jul 2023

stefan

25 Sep 2022

Great stuff. The Spice Market almost kidnapped me with its treats, but glad I eventually continued.

Questo Originals

Questo team

26 Sep 2022

Hey Stefan, no worries, stopping on the route is perfectly fine, hope you enjoyed the game! See you soon ✨

Charlie Wright

05 Aug 2022

the directions for chapter 5 and 6 are duplicated. but otherwise a very good tour.

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Harry Palmer

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