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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.

4.3/5

(4,428)

Michael James Reeves

Michael

Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Visiting Hagia Sophia with skip-the-line tickets was an incredible experience. The entry process was seamless and saved us so much time compared to the long lines outside. Stepping inside was absolutely breathtaking—seeing the massive dome, the blend of Christian mosaics and Islamic calligraphy, and the scale of the architecture made it feel like walking through multiple layers of history at once. The atmosphere was powerful, especially with the natural light streaming in, and it really gave me chills thinking about all the centuries of people who have stood in the same spot. The crowds were large, but moving smoothly, and having the tickets ready made the entire visit stress-free and enjoyable. Truly one of the highlights of our trip and a place I’ll never forget.
Patrick Williams

Patrick

Oct 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Definintely helps, but there is some abiguity about what "skip the line" actually means. This service does not offer a fast track entrance into the Hagia Sophia, it just menas you dont have to queue to purchase tickets in a separate place and then join the queue for entrance. Having said that I would suggest that you do try and find time to visit this building - regardless of the queues to get in in, which in fairness did move reasonably quickly. It is a beautiful place. I should also say that it may be my mistake that I did not see what "skip the line" actually meant, so I am highlighting here not as a criticism, but just in case anyone else makes a similar assumption.
Nadia Cazzaniga

Nadia

Sep 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Hagia Sophia is amazing and well worth a visit, even though the tickets are a bit pricey. We went in the afternoon, a couple of hours before closing time, so we were definitely glad to be able to skip the line and devote more time to the visit. One small thing to improve: after the purchase, I've received multiple Headout mails with attachments, so I got a bit mixed about which one to show at the entrance, luckily I was able to use the wifi there (I had no internet on my phone - very common problem among EU tourists) and I was helped by Hagia Sophia staff to retrieve the correct e-mail with the actual tickets. One e-mail with all attachments would be preferable!

    • 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.

  • 4.3
    4,428 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Caitlin Georges

    Caitlin

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    We were extremely limited on time in Istanbul, but were determined to see Hagia Sophia. We had a flight to catch at 1:40 at IST.... we took the street train to Hagia Sophia, and had our tickets ready to go at 9am. The skip the line was worth every penny (I'm not even sure how much extra if any it was). We were able to walk right in, no wait. Come prepared and dressed appropriately- women in modest clothing (no tank tops, and you need a scarf) and men must wear pants. I got a kick out of my scarf actually matching the ceiling plaster patterns. The full walk through was very informative and the audio tour corresponded with the stops also numbered in the mosque. All in all, it took about an hour and I don't feel it was rushed or we were shortchanged on seeing anything in it. I do wish we had more time to see the museum close by though!
    Michael James Reeves

    Michael

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Visiting Hagia Sophia with skip-the-line tickets was an incredible experience. The entry process was seamless and saved us so much time compared to the long lines outside. Stepping inside was absolutely breathtaking—seeing the massive dome, the blend of Christian mosaics and Islamic calligraphy, and the scale of the architecture made it feel like walking through multiple layers of history at once. The atmosphere was powerful, especially with the natural light streaming in, and it really gave me chills thinking about all the centuries of people who have stood in the same spot. The crowds were large, but moving smoothly, and having the tickets ready made the entire visit stress-free and enjoyable. Truly one of the highlights of our trip and a place I’ll never forget.
    Patrick Williams

    Patrick

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    4/5
    Definintely helps, but there is some abiguity about what "skip the line" actually means. This service does not offer a fast track entrance into the Hagia Sophia, it just menas you dont have to queue to purchase tickets in a separate place and then join the queue for entrance. Having said that I would suggest that you do try and find time to visit this building - regardless of the queues to get in in, which in fairness did move reasonably quickly. It is a beautiful place. I should also say that it may be my mistake that I did not see what "skip the line" actually meant, so I am highlighting here not as a criticism, but just in case anyone else makes a similar assumption.
    Adrian Whitehead

    Adrian

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Getting the ticket was very easy from the web site. This allowed easy access without to much queuing. Took about 5 minutes from getting through the entrance to being inside the Hagia Sophia. Inside was everything I had expected with the sense of history hitting you as you first walk onto the balcony looking down on the main mosque floor bellow. This must have been a wonderful site all those centuries ago, and still is. I thoughrouly enjoyed my experience and would recommend to anyone interested in history.
    William Baver

    William

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    The tickets were an efficient way to skip the line. They were better on this site than that provided onsite as a way to skip the line as we were able to get just the attraction we wanted, not an additional attraction - which was needed on other options. The process was easy and efficient and led to an experience that met and surpased our needs of this wonderful site.

  • 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.

  • Hagia Sophia

    Monday09:00am - 07:30pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 07:30pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 07:30pm
    Thursday09:00am - 07:30pm
    Friday09:00am - 07:30pm
    Saturday09:00am - 07:30pm
    Sunday09:00am - 07:30pm

    Hagia Sophia History Museum

    Monday09:00am - 07:00pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 07:00pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 07:00pm
    Thursday09:00am - 07:00pm
    Friday09:00am - 07:00pm
    Saturday09:00am - 07:00pm
    Sunday09:00am - 07:00pm

  • 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.
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