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Step into Hagia Sophia’s Ottoman history with skip-the-line tickets and experience its breathtaking blend of Christian mosaics and imperial elegance, with a multilingual audio guide.
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Wander beneath the 56-meter-high dome, admire the Deësis mosaic of Christ, and take in the calligraphic medallions that define the interior.
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Head up to the upper gallery for sweeping views of the vast nave, where intricate Byzantine artistry meets majestic Ottoman design.
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For an even richer experience, upgrade your visit with options like a guided tour of the Hagia Sophia History & Experience Museum, or explore the Basilica Cistern and Blue Mosque with a multilingual audio guide.
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Step into Hagia Sophia’s Ottoman history with skip-the-line tickets and experience its breathtaking blend of Christian mosaics and imperial elegance, with a multilingual audio guide.
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Wander beneath the 56-meter-high dome, admire the Deësis mosaic of Christ, and take in the calligraphic medallions that define the interior.
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Head up to the upper gallery for sweeping views of the vast nave, where intricate Byzantine artistry meets majestic Ottoman design.
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For an even richer experience, upgrade your visit with options like a guided tour of the Hagia Sophia History & Experience Museum, or explore the Basilica Cistern and Blue Mosque with a multilingual audio guide.
8% off
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Get skip-the-line tickets to explore two of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks with a single cost-effective combo, including immersive audio guides.
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Descend into the Basilica Cistern and wander among its eerie marble columns, spotting the mysterious Medusa heads.
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Marvel at Hagia Sophia, a breathtaking blend of Byzantine and Ottoman design, and visit the Upper Gallery for views of its golden mosaics.
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Explore both sites at your own pace with a multilingual audio guide that brings centuries of history to life.
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Get skip-the-line tickets to explore two of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks with a single cost-effective combo, including immersive audio guides.
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Descend into the Basilica Cistern and wander among its eerie marble columns, spotting the mysterious Medusa heads.
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Marvel at Hagia Sophia, a breathtaking blend of Byzantine and Ottoman design, and visit the Upper Gallery for views of its golden mosaics.
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Explore both sites at your own pace with a multilingual audio guide that brings centuries of history to life.
5% off
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Skip the line at three iconic Istanbul landmarks with a single discounted combo ticket, complete with an included audio guide.
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Descend into the Basilica Cistern, the city’s ancient underground water system, and catch a glimpse of the mysterious Medusa heads.
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Admire Hagia Sophia’s Byzantine mosaics, minarets, and layered Ottoman history in the famous Upper Gallery area.
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For more history, continue to explore Topkapi Palace’s courtyards, Imperial Harem, and Ottoman treasures at your own pace.
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Fun fact: The Basilica Cistern’s Medusa heads remain a mystery. No one knows where they came from or why they are sideways!
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Skip the line at three iconic Istanbul landmarks with a single discounted combo ticket, complete with an included audio guide.
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Descend into the Basilica Cistern, the city’s ancient underground water system, and catch a glimpse of the mysterious Medusa heads.
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Admire Hagia Sophia’s Byzantine mosaics, minarets, and layered Ottoman history in the famous Upper Gallery area.
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For more history, continue to explore Topkapi Palace’s courtyards, Imperial Harem, and Ottoman treasures at your own pace.
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Fun fact: The Basilica Cistern’s Medusa heads remain a mystery. No one knows where they came from or why they are sideways!
5% off
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Experience two of Istanbul’s top landmarks with one combo ticket that includes fast-track entry to both Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.
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Walk into Hagia Sophia and uncover its marble doors and centuries-old mosaics once buried beneath layers of plaster, guided by an expert.
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At the Blue Mosque, admire vivid Iznik tiles, towering elephant-foot pillars, and the vast prayer hall lined with handwoven carpets, all showcasing classic Ottoman heritage.
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Prefer exploring more? Choose the self-guided audio tour for detailed commentary at your own pace or upgrade to include a guided tour of the Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace.
More details
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Experience two of Istanbul’s top landmarks with one combo ticket that includes fast-track entry to both Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.
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Walk into Hagia Sophia and uncover its marble doors and centuries-old mosaics once buried beneath layers of plaster, guided by an expert.
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At the Blue Mosque, admire vivid Iznik tiles, towering elephant-foot pillars, and the vast prayer hall lined with handwoven carpets, all showcasing classic Ottoman heritage.
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Prefer exploring more? Choose the self-guided audio tour for detailed commentary at your own pace or upgrade to include a guided tour of the Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace.
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Choose 2 to 10 attractions across Istanbul and create your own sightseeing route with one flexible pass that fits your travel style.
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This pass guarantees a public transport card, guided Blue Mosque tour, 90-min Bosphorus cruise, audio guides, and two optional other landmarks or experiences.
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Get around the city with ease using a 5-ride transport card for trams, metros, and buses, all included with your pass.
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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.
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Once you book, all attraction tickets land directly in your inbox. No paper, no pickup; just fast and easy access at every site.
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Choose 2 to 10 attractions across Istanbul and create your own sightseeing route with one flexible pass that fits your travel style.
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This pass guarantees a public transport card, guided Blue Mosque tour, 90-min Bosphorus cruise, audio guides, and two optional other landmarks or experiences.
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Get around the city with ease using a 5-ride transport card for trams, metros, and buses, all included with your pass.
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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.
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Once you book, all attraction tickets land directly in your inbox. No paper, no pickup; just fast and easy access at every site.
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Skip the lines at Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern to start your guided tour, valid for 3 days.
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Reap the benefits of a guided tour included in this ticket which can be availed for 3 museums.
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Choose to visit the sites on one single day or on separate days with the flexibility of this ticket.
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Feel free to explore the museums after the guided tour and learn interesting facts about them with the help of the audio guides available in 9 different languages.
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Skip the lines at Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern to start your guided tour, valid for 3 days.
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Reap the benefits of a guided tour included in this ticket which can be availed for 3 museums.
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Choose to visit the sites on one single day or on separate days with the flexibility of this ticket.
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Feel free to explore the museums after the guided tour and learn interesting facts about them with the help of the audio guides available in 9 different languages.
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Do away with long lines and experience Hagia Sophia's rich cultural heritage on a one-hour guided tour led by an English-speaking guide.
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Explore the Ottoman-era minbar, bronze entrance doors, and marble ramp to the upper galleries while your guide shares lesser-known stories.
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Admire the stunning mosaics, towering dome, intricate calligraphy, and interiors that reflect centuries of Byzantine and Ottoman history.
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Upgrade your visit with guided tours of the Blue Mosque for a well-rounded experience of Istanbul's culture and history.
More details
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Do away with long lines and experience Hagia Sophia's rich cultural heritage on a one-hour guided tour led by an English-speaking guide.
-
Explore the Ottoman-era minbar, bronze entrance doors, and marble ramp to the upper galleries while your guide shares lesser-known stories.
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Admire the stunning mosaics, towering dome, intricate calligraphy, and interiors that reflect centuries of Byzantine and Ottoman history.
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Upgrade your visit with guided tours of the Blue Mosque for a well-rounded experience of Istanbul's culture and history.
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Tick off two experiences with one combo visit to Hagia Sophia and the Hagia Sophia History & Experience Museum.
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Start with a 30-minute 3D tour through themed rooms, immersing yourself in Ottoman history with sound effects and engaging displays.
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Then, enjoy a guided tour of Hagia Sophia to admire Byzantine mosaics, Ottoman architecture, and centuries of history.
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Did you know? Hagia Sophia was a museum from 1935 until 2020, before being reconverted into a mosque and earning UNESCO World Heritage status.
More details
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Tick off two experiences with one combo visit to Hagia Sophia and the Hagia Sophia History & Experience Museum.
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Start with a 30-minute 3D tour through themed rooms, immersing yourself in Ottoman history with sound effects and engaging displays.
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Then, enjoy a guided tour of Hagia Sophia to admire Byzantine mosaics, Ottoman architecture, and centuries of history.
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Did you know? Hagia Sophia was a museum from 1935 until 2020, before being reconverted into a mosque and earning UNESCO World Heritage status.
15% off
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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.
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Imperial Gate Entrance
Located on the west side of Hagia Sophia, next to the Ablution Fountain, the Imperial Gate entrance is the main entrance for all tourists and visitors. On average, the wait time at this entrance is around 20 minutes.
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