Allow the Hagia Sophia to captivate you with its stunning architectural marvel, rich history spanning empires, and breathtaking mosaics, enhanced by a digital city audio guide.
- Bypass the ticketing queue with these skip-the-line tickets to Hagia Sophia (you must still go through the mandatory security line)
- Travel back in time and hop on a spiritual experience at Hagia Sophia, while gaining valuable insights about the Islamic and Byzantine heritage of the monument.
- Explore the marvel that once held the title of the world's largest place of worship for over a millennium, and check out the mosaics and the imperial dome.
- Enter the 2nd-floor visitors' area with skip-the-line access and explore the upper gallery at your own pace and convenience.
Visit Hagia Sophia and enjoy a tour that combines a rich history with modern convenience. This architectural masterpiece showcases centuries where the East meets the West through stunning designs and craftsmanship. Step inside to see the famous dome, beautiful mosaics, and historic calligraphy that have amazed visitors for generations. The experience is enhanced with an exclusive city audio guide, offering detailed narratives on Istanbul’s notable sites. This digital companion leads you through Hagia Sophia’s wonders and extends to other key attractions in the city, providing context and stories that bring each location to life. Discover Hagia Sophia’s enduring beauty, and gain deeper insights into Istanbul’s cultural heritage with the informative city audio guide, creating a memorable and educational visit.
Included
- Hagia Sophia entry ticket
- Skip the line ticket
Excluded
- Live guide
- Hagia Sophia Museum
- Guide/guided tour
- Skip the security line
Important things to know before your visit
- Hagia Sophia is closed until 2:30 PM on Fridays due to Friday prayer.
- The dress code is the same for all of the mosques in Turkey
- Ladies need to cover their hair and wear long skirts or loose trousers.
- Gentlemen can not wear shorts higher than knee level.
How to get thereIt is located in the heart of the old city. It is easy to access with the public transportation.
From the old city hotels; Get the T1 tram to Sultanahmet tram station. From there it takes 5 minutes of walk to arrive there.
From Taksim hotels; Get the funicular (F1 line) from the Taksim Square to Kabatas. From there, take the T1 tram to Sultanahmet tram station. It is 2-3 minutes walk from the tram station to reach there.
From Sultanahmet Hotels; It is within walking distance from most hotels in the Sultanahmet area.
