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Combo (Save 12%): Entry Tickets to Galata Tower with Optional Audio Guide + Hagia Sophia Skip-the-Line Tickets

Aerial view of Galata Tower at sunset in Istanbul, Turkey.

Staircase leading to Galata Tower, Istanbul, with plants and stone architecture.

Visitors taking a selfie inside Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, with ornate interior details.

Interior view of Hagia Sophia's dome and arches in Istanbul, showcasing intricate mosaics and calligraphy.

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4.3/5

(4,097)

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

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

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!

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Kelly
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
November 1st. Beautiful weather about 65. Many people but easy to get around and lines are 15-20 minutes before 11a. Just amazing. I don't think skip the line did anything. Maybe in high season. Can get through it in 2h max.
Daniel
Nov 2025
Verified booking
4/5
The advantage of not having to stand in long lines to get in was the best thing. Although the audio guide is not very good because the internet service in Istanbul is limited and not that useful.
Ima
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Magnificent building. And its impressive history. We were taking pictures, but it was a pity we couldn't see it from below. We liked it very much
Lukáš
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Very nice mosque, nice atmosphere. Nice weather also and the square around just amazing with all people round the world. Love it
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!

Hagia Sophia

Monday	09:00am - 07:30pm
Tuesday	09:00am - 07:30pm
Wednesday	09:00am - 07:30pm
Thursday	09:00am - 07:30pm
Friday	09:00am - 07:30pm
Saturday	09:00am - 07:30pm
Sunday	09:00am - 07:30pm

Galata Tower

Monday	08:30am - 06:15pm	last entry 06:00pm
Tuesday	08:30am - 06:15pm	last entry 06:00pm
Wednesday	08:30am - 06:15pm	last entry 06:00pm
Thursday	08:30am - 06:15pm	last entry 06:00pm
Friday	08:30am - 06:15pm	last entry 06:00pm
Saturday	08:30am - 06:15pm	last entry 06:00pm
Sunday	08:30am - 06:15pm	last entry 06:00pm

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Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

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Entry Tickets to Galata Tower with Optional Audio Guide

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Hagia Sophia Skip-the-Line Tickets

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