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Combo (Save 5%): Istanbul Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Hagia Sophia Skip-The-Line Tickets

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Explore Istanbul at your leisure with a 1-day hop-on hop-off tour, then enjoy a visit to the Hagia Sophia, all bundled in this budget-friendly combo.

4.4/5(4,510)

Roxana F

Group

Verified booking

Jun 2026

It was very easy to find the meeting point, and the guide gave a clear and entertaining explanation, even using pictures to help. 100% recommended

Vladyslav R

Group

Verified booking

May 2026

We would like to thank Headout for the unforgettable experience which we as a family made by visiting Hagia Sophia. We booked our tickets in 3 clicks and we able to enjoy the beauty of this amazing historical place. We can only highly recommend to visit Hagia Sophia and experience the 2,000 years old historical beauty and learn a lot about this unique place. Thank you Headout for supporting us and providing us with an excellent support and service.

Gwyneth W

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

Booked onto the red tour and were initially told that 2 stops were closed due to a football match taking place. However at the point where the routes diverge we ended up on the blue tour. It seemed that the rest of the red tour was shut. Having spoken to the guides at the end of the trip they extended our ticket for the next day so that we could actually do the tour we wanted. Full marks for customer service.

Jeffrey L

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

Despite a very slow and rocky start, I did enjoy the tour once it got going. There were plenty of buses and tour narrative was good. I started my tour in the AM at Galataport. There was a problem with one of the buses. I waited 1 hour for a new bus, some waited 2 hours. The crew gave little info as to what was going on. The communication and language barrier was very frustrating

Juergen C

Group

Verified booking

Apr 2026

Visiting the Hagia Sophia was an absolute highlight of our trip to Istanbul. The exceptionally well-organized fast-track entry deserves special mention—no waiting time at all; everything went smoothly and was extremely pleasant. That’s exactly what makes the visit so relaxing and exclusive. A clear tip: be sure to arrive early in the morning; that way, you’ll get into the mosque quickly and can enjoy its impressive atmosphere in even greater tranquility. The majestic beauty and spiritual aura of this place are overwhelming. Highly recommended.”

Take a 1-day hop-on hop-off bus tour in Istanbul, boarding from 11 stops every 30 minutes to explore landmarks like Sultanahmet Square and Taksim Square.

Catch panoramic views of Bosphorus Strait lined with minarets from the open-top deck, with 8-language audio guides making the city’s sights come alive.

Hop off a bus and skip the queues to Hagia Sophia, and marvel at its grand dome and intricate Islamic calligraphy.

Hagia Sophia is a true work of art with its tall minarets, marble pillars, and dazzling gold mosaics that fuse Byzantine and Ottoman styles.

Fun fact: Hagia Sophia has served as a church, a mosque, and now a museum, showcasing Istanbul's rich and diverse religious history.

Istanbul HOHO

1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass

Audio guide in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Arabic, Russian & Turkish

Free earphones

Hagia Sophia

Skip-the-line entry to Hagia Sophia (Close to stop #1 Sultanahmet)

Access to the visitor's area

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Maria C
Solo
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The places are beautiful, a bit overpriced but considering that Hagia Sophia has that much history and the cistern basilica is closed, Theodosius was a good replacement. The tickets took a bit longer to reach but after a quick chat everything was solved quickly. Keep in mind you'll only have one qr code for all the places you want to visit
Sue B
Solo
Verified booking
Jun 2026
First time we've used a downloaded audio guide. It was very good. We will use again. Much better than being in a group and can go at our own pace.
Catherine S
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Hagia Sophia is a special place even with continuing renovation work. I had been undecided whether to go but glad that I did
Vanesa E
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Picking up the tickets and entering Hagia Sophia went smoothly, but the audio tour was quite long and didn't focus on the important aspects of the site.
Alessia R
Family
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Clean bus, friendly and welcoming staff. Smooth ride, excellent city tour route.

Discover 2 of Istanbul's most iconic landmarks with this combo deal. Board from any of the stops and enjoy a hop-on-hop-off bus tour, then skip the line at the Hagia Sophia to witness its Byzantine and Ottoman architecture.

Istanbul HOHO

Kick off your Istanbul journey on a double-decker bus, soaking up panoramic city views with this hop-on hop-off tour. This flexible tour features audio commentary in 8 languages, diving into the rich tapestry of Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman histories of this bi-continental city.

Schedule

First Bus: 10am from Taksim Sqaure/Sultanahmet

Last Bus: 4:45pm from Taksim Sqaure/Sultanahmet

Frequency: every 45 minutes

Popular stops: Taksim Square, Beylerbeyi Palace, Spice Bazaar & Dolmabahce Palace

Click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Hagia Sophia

Skip the ticket lines and dive straight into Hagia Sophia’s wonder with this combo. Located very close to stop #1 Sultanahmet, Hagia Sophia was once a church, a majestic mosque, and now a captivating museum, displaying the architectural grandeur of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires. Inside, marvel at the massive imperial dome that seems to float above, admire intricate Byzantine mosaics depicting saints and emperors, and explore the elegant Islamic calligraphy that adorns the walls. Your ticket also grants access to the 2nd-floor Visitors' Center, where you can soak in the mosaic art and sweeping views of the opulent interior, each corner brimming with centuries of history.

Know before you go

What's not allowed

Hagia Sophia

The prayer area on the first floor can only be entered by Turkish citizens.

Women should not wear knee-length shorts, skirts, or clothing with exposed shoulders or chests. Hair should be partially covered with a scarf.

Men should not wear knee-length shorts or clothing with exposed shoulders.

Accessibility

Hagia Sophia

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

Istanbul HOHO

The routes, stops and departure times may change temporarily under uncontrollable circumstances.

During peak hours, seating cannot be guaranteed on both decks.

Hagia Sophia

Appropriate and respectful clothing is mandatory while visiting the Hagia Sophia.

Clothes and scarves are available for purchase at the entrance of the attraction.

Hagia Sophia is under renovation, therefore, not all parts of the building are open to the public.

Due to the Friday prayer, the Mosque will be closed to tourists from 12:30pm to 2:30pm. For a smoother experience, it's recommend visiting after 4pm to avoid the lengthy security line anticipated between 2pm and 4pm.

Specific details related to Hagia Sophia will be shared in the ticket post-booking.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.

Ticket redemption points

Istanbul Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Board your bus at BUSFORUS ISTANBUL (HOP ON HOP OFF TOURS).

Address: Sultanahmet Meydanı, 34149 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye.

Landmark: Between Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, next to the main road.

Get directions to the boarding point

Hagia Sophia

Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.