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Hagia Sophia exterior with minarets and gardens, Istanbul.
Imperial Gate of Hagia Sophia with interior view, Istanbul, Turkey.
Interior view of Hagia Sophia's dome and arches in Istanbul, showcasing intricate mosaics and calligraphy.
Visitors taking a selfie inside Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, with ornate interior details.
Interior view of Hagia Sophia with visitors exploring the historic architecture in Istanbul.
Hagia Sophia interior with chandeliers and Arabic calligraphy, Istanbul.
Visitor with audio guide admiring the Roman Pantheon's interior architecture.
Mosaic of Virgin Mary and emperors in Hagia Sophia, Istanbul.
Hagia Sophia interior with ornate columns and intricate mosaics, Istanbul, Turkey.
Tourists with backpacks viewing Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, near a fountain.
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Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Skip the ticketing lines and step straight into Hagia Sophia’s breathtaking mix of Christian mosaics and Ottoman elegance, with a multilingual audio guide.

  • No waiting! Wander under the 56-meter-high dome, admire the shimmering Deësis mosaic of Christ, and trace the calligraphic medallions.

  • Enhance your experience with options like a guided tour with an expert, skip-the-line entry to the Basilica Cistern, audio guides for other top sites, guided tours of the Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, and Old Town, plus a map of Istanbul’s historic wonders.

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  • Skip the ticketing lines and step straight into Hagia Sophia’s breathtaking mix of Christian mosaics and Ottoman elegance, with a multilingual audio guide.

  • No waiting! Wander under the 56-meter-high dome, admire the shimmering Deësis mosaic of Christ, and trace the calligraphic medallions.

  • Enhance your experience with options like a guided tour with an expert, skip-the-line entry to the Basilica Cistern, audio guides for other top sites, guided tours of the Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, and Old Town, plus a map of Istanbul’s historic wonders.

from
€32.50
Basilica Cistern columns and Hagia Sophia interior with chandeliers, Istanbul.
Woman exploring the illuminated columns inside the Basilica Cistern, Istanbul.
Upside-down Medusa head column in Basilica Cistern, Istanbul.
Hagia Sophia with minarets under clear blue sky in Istanbul.
Mosaic of Virgin Mary and Christ Child with emperors in Hagia Sophia, Istanbul.
Basilica Cistern interior with illuminated columns and statues, Istanbul tour.
Illuminated sculptures resembling jellyfish in the Basilica Cistern, Istanbul.
Sculpture in Basilica Cistern, Istanbul, surrounded by ancient columns and water reflections.
Imperial Gate of Hagia Sophia with interior view, Istanbul, Turkey.
Visitors taking a selfie inside Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, with ornate interior details.
Visitors on a guided tour inside Hagia Sophia, Istanbul.
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Get convenient skip-the-line tickets to explore two of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks at your own pace, complete with immersive audio guides.

  • Discover the mysterious Basilica Cistern, where you’ll find towering stone columns and the legendary Medusa heads hidden beneath the city streets.

  • Walk into Hagia Sophia and head up to the Upper Gallery for a close-up view of its dazzling golden mosaics.

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  • Get convenient skip-the-line tickets to explore two of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks at your own pace, complete with immersive audio guides.

  • Discover the mysterious Basilica Cistern, where you’ll find towering stone columns and the legendary Medusa heads hidden beneath the city streets.

  • Walk into Hagia Sophia and head up to the Upper Gallery for a close-up view of its dazzling golden mosaics.

from €68
€64.60

5% off

Topkapi Palace entrance, Hagia Sophia dome, and visitor in Basilica Cistern, Istanbul.
Topkapi Palace exterior with tower and arches, Istanbul, Turkey.
Topkapi Palace courtyard with ornate tile walls and arched walkway, Istanbul.
Tourists with backpacks viewing Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, near a fountain.
Interior view of Hagia Sophia's dome and arches in Istanbul, showcasing intricate mosaics and calligraphy.
Pillars inside the Basilica Cistern in Istanbul with reflections on the water.
Sculpture in Basilica Cistern, Istanbul, surrounded by ancient columns and water reflections.
Topkapi Palace Harem interior with ornate decor and seating area, Istanbul.
Tour group with guide at Topkapi Palace Museum, Istanbul, near ornate tiled wall.
Imperial Gate of Hagia Sophia with interior view, Istanbul, Turkey.
Tour guide explaining mosaics to visitors inside Hagia Sophia, Istanbul.
Medusa head column in Basilica Cistern, Istanbul, part of Blue Mosque & Basilica Cistern tour.
Illuminated sculptures resembling jellyfish in the Basilica Cistern, Istanbul.
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Skip the line at three iconic Istanbul landmarks with a single discounted combo ticket.

  • Explore Topkapi Palace’s courtyards, Imperial Harem, and Ottoman treasures at your own pace.

  • Admire Hagia Sophia’s mosaics, minarets, and layered history with an included audio guide in 5 languages.

  • Descend into the eerie, columned world of the Basilica Cistern — the city's ancient underground water system. Catch a glimpse of ancient columns and the large, mysterious Medusa’s head.

  • Fun fact: The Basilica Cistern's Medusa heads are still a mystery — no one knows where they came from or why they’re sideways.

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  • Skip the line at three iconic Istanbul landmarks with a single discounted combo ticket.

  • Explore Topkapi Palace’s courtyards, Imperial Harem, and Ottoman treasures at your own pace.

  • Admire Hagia Sophia’s mosaics, minarets, and layered history with an included audio guide in 5 languages.

  • Descend into the eerie, columned world of the Basilica Cistern — the city's ancient underground water system. Catch a glimpse of ancient columns and the large, mysterious Medusa’s head.

  • Fun fact: The Basilica Cistern's Medusa heads are still a mystery — no one knows where they came from or why they’re sideways.

from €133
€124.02

7% off

Woman exploring the illuminated columns inside the Basilica Cistern, Istanbul.
Basilica Cistern's illuminated columns in Istanbul, part of Combo Tour with Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.
Blue Mosque exterior with minarets and domes, Istanbul skyline in background.
Royal Kiosk interior with ornate columns and stained glass in the Blue Mosque, Istanbul.
Hagia Sophia with minarets under clear blue sky in Istanbul.
Tour group with guide inside Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, discussing historical details.
Upside-down Medusa head column in Basilica Cistern, Istanbul.
Basilica Cistern statue and columns, Istanbul Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour.
Interior view of Hagia Sophia's dome and arches in Istanbul, showcasing intricate mosaics and calligraphy.
Interior view of Blue Mosque with ornate chandeliers and stained glass windows, Istanbul, Turkey.
Interior of the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, showcasing intricate domed ceiling and ornate designs.
Visitors taking a selfie inside Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, with ornate interior details.
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
Extended validity
1 more
  • Begin your experience at the Blue Mosque, where over 20,000 hand-painted tiles and stained-glass windows create a calm, glowing space of worship and design.

  • Take in the grandeur of Hagia Sophia’s Upper Gallery, look up at its golden mosaics, and uncover centuries of imperial history with your audio guide.

  • Explore the hidden terrains of the Basilica Cistern, where rows of ancient columns stand in water and the haunting Medusa heads wait in the shadows.

  • Enjoy the comfort of exploring Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks with skip-the-line tickets, an expert guided tour, and multilingual audio guides, all in one day.

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  • Begin your experience at the Blue Mosque, where over 20,000 hand-painted tiles and stained-glass windows create a calm, glowing space of worship and design.

  • Take in the grandeur of Hagia Sophia’s Upper Gallery, look up at its golden mosaics, and uncover centuries of imperial history with your audio guide.

  • Explore the hidden terrains of the Basilica Cistern, where rows of ancient columns stand in water and the haunting Medusa heads wait in the shadows.

  • Enjoy the comfort of exploring Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks with skip-the-line tickets, an expert guided tour, and multilingual audio guides, all in one day.

from €114
€99

13% off

Hagia Sophia exterior with minarets and dome, Istanbul, Turkey.
Interior view of Hagia Sophia with ornate domes and Arabic calligraphy, Istanbul.
Visitors viewing Deesis mosaic in Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, Turkey.
Blue Mosque exterior with minarets and domes, Istanbul skyline and Bosphorus in background.
Blue Mosque interior with ornate domes and intricate patterns, Istanbul.
Basilica Cistern's illuminated columns in Istanbul, part of Combo Tour with Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.
Galata Tower viewed from a narrow street in Istanbul, surrounded by historic buildings.
Woman exploring the illuminated columns inside the Basilica Cistern, Istanbul.
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
3 hr
  • Skip the lines and explore the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia with one ticket and stories from an expert guide.

  • Blue Mosque's Iznik tiles, elephant-foot pillars supporting its vast domes, and handwoven carpets covering the vast prayer hall, will leave you in awe.

  • Find hidden marble doors at Hagia Sophia, tombs of Ottoman sultans, mosaics once buried under centuries of plaster, and giant oil lamps.

  • On a guided walk of Istanbul's Old Town, pass by the Million Stone, once the zero-mile marker of the Byzantine Empire, and the Obelisk of Theodosius from Ancient Egypt.

  • Upgrade and descend into Istanbul’s depths with a guided tour of Basilica Cistern’s eerie forest of columns, where carp swim beneath glowing arches.

More details

  • Skip the lines and explore the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia with one ticket and stories from an expert guide.

  • Blue Mosque's Iznik tiles, elephant-foot pillars supporting its vast domes, and handwoven carpets covering the vast prayer hall, will leave you in awe.

  • Find hidden marble doors at Hagia Sophia, tombs of Ottoman sultans, mosaics once buried under centuries of plaster, and giant oil lamps.

  • On a guided walk of Istanbul's Old Town, pass by the Million Stone, once the zero-mile marker of the Byzantine Empire, and the Obelisk of Theodosius from Ancient Egypt.

  • Upgrade and descend into Istanbul’s depths with a guided tour of Basilica Cistern’s eerie forest of columns, where carp swim beneath glowing arches.

from €59
€53

10% off

Hagia Sophia and gardens in Istanbul, view from above, part of Istanbul MegaPass attractions.
Topkapi Palace Gate of Salutation with list of top attractions in Istanbul.
Gate of Salutation at Topkapi Palace, Istanbul, with visitors walking nearby.
Hagia Sophia Museum with minarets in Eminonu, Istanbul, under a blue sky.
Basilica Cistern pillars and arches in Istanbul, Turkey.
Dolmabahce Palace entrance with ornate architecture in Istanbul, Turkey.
Hop-on hop-off bus near Istanbul clock tower.
Cruise ship on Bosphorus strait during evening, Istanbul skyline in background.
Istanbul ferry near Haydarpasa railway station on Asian Side walking tour.
Woman relaxing in a Turkish bath with rose petals.
Sufi whirling dervish performing in traditional attire.
Bosphorus yacht cruising past Dolmabahçe Palace, Istanbul, aerial view.
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Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Choose 2 to 10 attractions across Istanbul and create your own sightseeing route with one flexible pass that fits your travel style.

  • This pass guarantees a public transport card, guided Blue Mosque tour, 90-min Bosphorus cruise, and audio guides, and two optional other landmarks or experiences.

  • Get around the city with ease using a 5-ride transport card for trams, metros, and buses, all included with your pass.

  • Enjoy added experiences like a visit to Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, dinner cruises and cultural activities such as a hammam or dervish show, all included in your package.

  • Once you book, all attraction tickets land directly in your inbox—no paper, no pickup, just fast and easy access at every site.

More details

  • Choose 2 to 10 attractions across Istanbul and create your own sightseeing route with one flexible pass that fits your travel style.

  • This pass guarantees a public transport card, guided Blue Mosque tour, 90-min Bosphorus cruise, and audio guides, and two optional other landmarks or experiences.

  • Get around the city with ease using a 5-ride transport card for trams, metros, and buses, all included with your pass.

  • Enjoy added experiences like a visit to Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, dinner cruises and cultural activities such as a hammam or dervish show, all included in your package.

  • Once you book, all attraction tickets land directly in your inbox—no paper, no pickup, just fast and easy access at every site.

from
€129
Tour group with guide inside Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, discussing historical details.
Hagia Sophia with minarets under clear blue sky in Istanbul.
Imperial Gate of Hagia Sophia with interior view, Istanbul, Turkey.
Visitors on a guided tour inside Hagia Sophia, Istanbul.
Tour guide explaining mosaics to visitors inside Hagia Sophia, Istanbul.
Interior view of Hagia Sophia's dome and arches in Istanbul, showcasing intricate mosaics and calligraphy.
Visitors taking a selfie inside Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, with ornate interior details.
Hagia Sophia interior with Arabic calligraphy and ornate dome, Istanbul.
Blue Mosque exterior with minarets in Istanbul, surrounded by greenery.
Bosphorus cruise ship sailing with Istanbul skyline and mosque in the background.
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
Flexible duration
  • Skip the lines and experience Hagia Sophia’s storied past with a one-hour guided tour led by a licensed English-speaking licensed guide.

  • Explore the minbar from the Ottoman era, the bronze doors of the entrance, and the marble ramp leading to the upper galleries—all while an expert reveals lesser-known stories about this landmark.

  • Enhance your experience with upgrades like multilingual audio guides, headsets, skip-the-line entry and guided tours of the Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, and Topkapi Palace, a handy Istanbul Old Town map, and a Hippodrome and Old Town walking tour.

More details

  • Skip the lines and experience Hagia Sophia’s storied past with a one-hour guided tour led by a licensed English-speaking licensed guide.

  • Explore the minbar from the Ottoman era, the bronze doors of the entrance, and the marble ramp leading to the upper galleries—all while an expert reveals lesser-known stories about this landmark.

  • Enhance your experience with upgrades like multilingual audio guides, headsets, skip-the-line entry and guided tours of the Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, and Topkapi Palace, a handy Istanbul Old Town map, and a Hippodrome and Old Town walking tour.

from
€39
Hagia Sophia exterior with minarets in Istanbul, surrounded by greenery.
Tour group with guide inside Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, discussing historical details.
Interior view of Hagia Sophia's dome and arches in Istanbul, showcasing intricate mosaics and calligraphy.
Blue Mosque exterior with minarets in Istanbul, surrounded by greenery.
Interior view of the Blue Mosque dome in Istanbul, showcasing intricate patterns and stained glass.
Cruise ship on Bosphorus Strait with bridge in Istanbul, Turkey.
Maidens Tower on the Bosphorus during a cruise in Istanbul, Turkey.
Dolmabahce Palace facade viewed from Bosphorus, Istanbul, Turkey.
Visitors entering the Gate of Salutation at Topkapi Palace, Istanbul.
Tour group with guide at Topkapi Palace Museum, Istanbul, viewing historical artifacts.
Interior of Topkapi Palace with ornate arches and detailed gold decorations, Istanbul.
Basilica Cistern illuminated columns and arches, Istanbul guided tour.
Visitors exploring the illuminated Basilica Cistern in Istanbul.
Upside-down Medusa head column in Basilica Cistern, Istanbul.
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
Extended validity
1 more
  • Enjoy skip-the-line entry to Istanbul’s top attractions – Topkapi Palace and Basicilia Cistern, a relaxing Bosphorus Cruise, and guided tours of Hagia Sophia.

  • With a validity of 3 days, use this ticket to explore each site at your own pace or do all tours in one day with the same tour guide in 5 hours.

  • Listen to the famed history of these famous landmarks from your expert English-speaking guide and an audio guide app available in 8 languages.

  • Relax, as you sail away on the Bosphorus waterway on a 90-minute cruise and take in the spectacular beauty of Istanbul.

  • Did you know? Istanbul was once the capital city of three empires – Roman, Latin, and Ottoman.

More details

  • Enjoy skip-the-line entry to Istanbul’s top attractions – Topkapi Palace and Basicilia Cistern, a relaxing Bosphorus Cruise, and guided tours of Hagia Sophia.

  • With a validity of 3 days, use this ticket to explore each site at your own pace or do all tours in one day with the same tour guide in 5 hours.

  • Listen to the famed history of these famous landmarks from your expert English-speaking guide and an audio guide app available in 8 languages.

  • Relax, as you sail away on the Bosphorus waterway on a 90-minute cruise and take in the spectacular beauty of Istanbul.

  • Did you know? Istanbul was once the capital city of three empires – Roman, Latin, and Ottoman.

from €179
€149

17% off

Facade of Hagia Sophia Museum with Turkish flags and intricate architectural details.
Framed calligraphy and ornate rug display at Hagia Sophia Museum.
Hagia Sophia Museum interior with historical artifacts on display.
Visitor viewing intricate artifacts at Hagia Sophia Museum, Istanbul.
Hagia Sophia Museum interior with display cases of historical artifacts.
Person with headset viewing map during Hagia Sophia guided tour.
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Flexible duration
  • Leave the long waiting queues behind and gain fast entry into the newly-opened Hagia Sophia History & Experience Museum with fast access tickets.

  • During this 30-minute 3D tour, wander through various rooms, each one representing a different era, along with a display of various invaluable artifacts.

  • Learn more about the history of the Ottomans on oversized screens with sound effects for an immersive experience and view never-before-seen Byzantine artworks housed in the museum.

  • Upgrade your tickets to enjoy a guided tour of the Hagia Sophia Mosque with an expert English-speaking guide, and entry (without a guide) to the Hagia Sophia Museum.

  • Did you know? The UNESCO-listed Hagia Sophia Mosque functioned as a museum from 1935 until 2020, after which it was turned into a mosque.

More details

  • Leave the long waiting queues behind and gain fast entry into the newly-opened Hagia Sophia History & Experience Museum with fast access tickets.

  • During this 30-minute 3D tour, wander through various rooms, each one representing a different era, along with a display of various invaluable artifacts.

  • Learn more about the history of the Ottomans on oversized screens with sound effects for an immersive experience and view never-before-seen Byzantine artworks housed in the museum.

  • Upgrade your tickets to enjoy a guided tour of the Hagia Sophia Mosque with an expert English-speaking guide, and entry (without a guide) to the Hagia Sophia Museum.

  • Did you know? The UNESCO-listed Hagia Sophia Mosque functioned as a museum from 1935 until 2020, after which it was turned into a mosque.

from
€26

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About Hagia Sophia

Dating back to 537 AD, Hagia Sophia has been a church, mosque, museum, and mosque once again during its 1,500-year history. Its blend of Christian and Islamic architectural styles make it one of Istanbul's most iconic historic landmarks.


Address
Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya Meydanı No:1, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Year opened
537
Founded by
Emperor Justinian I
Visitors per year
3500000
Unesco status
1985
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Daria

Belarus
Aug 2025
5/5
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Absolutely amazing! Awesome! We all loved our guide! He's a great storyteller, it was a pleasure to listen to everything he told us! Lots of new experiences and information! I literally rushed back home to write down as much as I could remember from this tour, because I didn't want to lose so many important and impressive details he mentioned!
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Mateja

Aug 2025
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It was a very interesting and entertaining vist to all thre monuments Our guide (Arthur) was very knowlagable, he gave us a lot of information, and was able to navigate us quickly inside all the attractions
Lynette G Babilonia
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Lynette

United States
Jul 2025
5/5
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Ticketing was easy, Blue Mosque was beautiful, and our tour guide was excellent. Cenker was very knowledgeable, fun, lively and very accommodating.
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Ricardo

Spain
Jun 2025
4/5
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Meeting point easy to find. Quick to receive tickets (once giving the reserve papers of the app) and go inside the palace.
LA SALA PHILIPPE

La

May 2025
4/5
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This saved us queuing twice (1 for the ticket, 1 for the entrance). A little expensive, but when you see how long the queues are...
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Libin

Ireland
Jun 2025
5/5
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Absolutely magical experience! Floating above the fairy chimneys and surreal landscapes of Cappadocia at sunrise felt like stepping into a dream. The views were breathtaking, the ride was smooth, and the crew was professional and friendly throughout. A bucket-list adventure that lived up to the hype — highly recommended!
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Rocío

Spain
Apr 2025
5/5
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Absolutely the whole experience was excellent. The pilot in charge of our flight explained everything in detail and made the trip truly enjoyable. A dream come true. Thank you!!!!!!
Mohammad Tariq

Mohammad

Nov 2022
4/5
Hagia sofya and topkapi palace were good. However Turkish and Islamic museum guide didn't accompany us in the tour today and no tour guide is here in Dolmabachi palace. We were told 1:30 pm but no body showed up till now. Now is 2:26 pm.
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