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Combo Tickets with Audio Guide: Hagia Sophia + Hagia Sophia History & Experience Museum

Tick off two experiences with one combo visit to Hagia Sophia and the Hagia Sophia History & Experience Museum.

Start with a 30-minute 3D tour through themed rooms, immersing yourself in Ottoman history with sound effects and engaging displays.

Then, enjoy a guided tour of Hagia Sophia to admire Byzantine mosaics, Ottoman architecture, and centuries of history.

Did you know? Hagia Sophia was a museum from 1935 until 2020, before being reconverted into a mosque and earning UNESCO World Heritage status.

Hagia Sophia

Skip-the-line entry to Hagia Sophia

Multilingual audio guide

Hagia Sophia History & Experience Museum

Skip-the-line entry to the Hagia Sophia History & Experience Museum

Audio guide in 23 different languages

Augmented Reality (AR) technology experience

Guided tour of the museum

Food and drinks

Hotel transfers

Personal expenses

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Minto W
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Feb 2026
A very beautiful place that must be visited when in Istanbul, and it's better to buy tickets online so you don't have to wait long.
Terri M
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Oct 2025
Definitely got us into the Hagia Sofia quicker and purchase process and getting tickets to my phone was fast and painless. I'd happily use them again
Sofia P
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Mar 2026
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Oct 2025
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Oct 2025

Discover Istanbul’s architectural wonders with a combo ticket covering both Hagia Sophia Mosque and its namesake museum.

Getting started

Begin at Hagia Sophia Mosque for a security check before entering. After exploring the mosque, walk to the Hagia Sophia History & Experience Museum to experience its significance from a fresh perspective.

What to expect

Hagia Sophia Mosque

As one of the world’s most iconic sites, Hagia Sophia has served as a cathedral, mosque, and museum for over 1,500 years and is famed for its Byzantine mosaics and Ottoman design.

Features:

Byzantine & Ottoman architecture: Admire the dome, centuries-old columns, and the blend of Christian mosaics and Islamic calligraphy.

Historic interiors: Explore marble floors, grand arches, and light filtering through stained-glass windows.

Hagia Sophia History & Experience Museum

The Hagia Sophia History & Experience Museum uses advanced technology to showcase the 1,700-year history of Hagia Sophia and uncovers the story of the mosque through rare artifacts.

Features:

3D and immersive exhibits: Discover Hagia Sophia’s past through interactive displays and storytelling projections.

Unearthed treasures: View Byzantine relics and historical items that illustrate the building’s transformation over centuries.

What to bring

Hagia Sophia

Bring a scarf with you when you visit, as Hagia Sophia is an active mosque and dress codes apply.

What’s not allowed

Hagia Sophia

No large bags or suitcases are permitted inside.

Tripods and large filming equipment are not allowed.

Hagia Sophia Museum

Avoid carrying large bags or luggage inside the museum.

Accessibility

Hagia Sophia

Hagia Sophia is partially wheelchair accessible via ramps.

Hagia Sophia Museum

Hagia Sophia Museum is fully wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Hagia Sophia

Due to ongoing renovations, certain sections of the interiors may be obstructed by scaffolding.

Security lines can take up to 30 minutes during peak season from June to August, so plan accordingly.

Hagia Sophia is closed to tourists from 12pm to 2pm on Fridays for prayer.

The upper floor with mosaics is not accessible to wheelchair users due to multiple steps.

This ticket provides access to the visiting area and upper gallery only, not the prayer area downstairs.

Hagia Sophia Museum

The museum is not located inside the mosque but on Sultanahmet Square, a short walk away.

The experience involves themed rooms and may not be suitable for visitors with mobility challenges or sensitivity to loud sounds or close-range visuals.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at Dsign Cafe.

Address: Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd No:10, 34093 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye.

Landmark: Turkish and Islamic Art Museum, Hippodrome.

Your guide will be waiting for you at the meeting point with Headout or Istanbul Welcome Card Flags.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

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