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Combo (Save 16%): Whirling Dervish & Sufi Dance + Hagia Sophia Tickets

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Explore Istanbul's spiritual side with a cost-effective combo to see a Whirling Dervish show and get skip-the-ticket-line access to the Hagia Sophia.

Highlights

Seek spiritual enlightenment with a 1-hour Whirling Dervish ceremony at a historic Madrasah at the heart of old Istanbul.
Be captivated by the swirling dervishes, their white gowns flowing as they perform the centuries-old Sema ceremony.
Explore the Hagia Sophia at your own pace with a skip-the-line ticket, marveling at its mosaics and ancient architecture.
Learn about the Hagia Sophia's history through multiple ancient empires with the multilingual audio guide, uncovering the stories behind its artwork.
Fun fact: The whirling dervishes' white gowns represent a shroud, symbolizing their letting go of the earthly world.

Inclusions

Whirling Dervish Show

Entry to 1-hour Whirling Dervish show

Hagia Sophia

Skip-the-line entry to Hagia Sophia
Entry to Hagia Sophia visiting area
Audio guide in 23 languages

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Ratings & Reviews

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Iman

4/5

May, 2024

Great experiences to discover Sufi ritual. Small remark or suggestion: explain to people who don't know what it's all about. That there's an element of spirtuality and that's why it's important to be respectful and silent. Some people were laughing and pampering. Which can be disturbing at times.

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Lynne

4/5

May, 2024

So glad we found these online tickets! We visited later in the day, which meant limited remaining open time, so we only had to wait in the long security line. Ww would have liked to have more guidance, or an escort, regarding where to go after picking up the tickets, but we figured it out. The audio tour was only for one person and there were two of us, so that was only OK. That said, getting to visit the Hagia Sophia was wonderful and well worth the effort to get there.

Jose

5/5

May, 2024

The whole architectural structure of the Mosque it's impressive. The Christian Mosaic Art remains took me back to times and remind me that the mosque was built to celebrate the life and divinity of our Jesus Christ, and Mother Mary

Carlo

5/5

May, 2024

Coda chilometrica saltata!!!!! Esperienza vincente. Per il resto, una volta entrati, nessun ulteriore vamtaggio ma neanche alcun problema. L'app che funge da audioguida invece, pur essendo abbastanza valida come contenuti, è farraginosa e poco funzionale: da rivedere.

Manuel

3/5

May, 2024

Me ha gustado la facilidad de coger las entradas, no me ha gustado tener que pagar 4€ por una audio guía que no pude hacer servir porque no reconoció el código. Además había una completa gratuita del mismo monumento, Santa Sofía.

Your experience

This pocket-friendly combo lets you experience two of Istanbul's most captivating cultural treasures: the whirling dervishes' ceremony and the Hagia Sophia.

Whirling Dervish Show

Imagine the warm glow of candlelight illuminating a centuries-old Madrasah as you witness the Sema ceremony. As the first notes of traditional Sufi music fill the Madrasah, the Dervishes begin their graceful twirls. Their movements are slow and deliberate, each spin a representation of their connection to the universe. Watch as the Dervishes reach a state of near-trance, their white skirts creating a blur against the backdrop of the historic building. This performance is more than just a show; it's a window into the heart of Sufism, a mystical tradition that symbolizes their connection to the universe and a letting go of the earthly world.

Hagia Sophia

Your combo ticket also grants you skip-the-line access to the Hagia Sophia. With your multilingual audio guide, embark on a self-guided exploration, unraveling the stories etched in the mosaics and the intricate calligraphy adorning the walls. Imagine the footsteps of Byzantine emperors echoing through the 6th-century Emperor's Gate. Don't miss the Mihrab, a prayer niche indicating the direction of Mecca – a reminder of Hagia Sophia's past as both a church and a mosque. Keep an eye out for the towering columns, each brought from ancient cities such as Ephesos and Tarsus. Explore this time capsule at your own pace as you soak in its centuries-old history.

Operating hours

Hagia Sophia

Monday	9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Tuesday	9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Wednesday	9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Thursday	9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Friday	9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Saturday	9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Sunday	9:00 AM - 7:30 PM

Know before you go

What to bring

Hagia Sophia

For optimal enjoyment, bring your earphones to use with the audio guide.

What's not allowed

Whirling Dervish Show

Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography and tripods are no-go inside the venue.

Hagia Sophia

Strict dress code: Guests must dress modestly and cover their knees and shoulders. Women should also partially cover their hair with a scarf.
Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography and tripods are no-go inside the venue.

Accessibility

Whirling Dervish Show & Hagia Sophia

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

Hagia Sophia

During high season, the security check waiting time for Hagia Sophia is around 1 hour.
Hagia Sophia may be closed during prayer times as it is a place of religious worship.