Hagia Sophia: Skip The Line Ticket + Guided Tour

Explore ancient mosaics and walk the upper galleries at this historic landmark

★ 3.5 · 22 ratings1 hr

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Duration1 hr

LocationIstanbul

AccessibilityWheelchair accessible

The experience

Explore ancient mosaics and walk the upper galleries at this historic landmark

Meet your guide and start your tour with a walk to the monument. Learn about the history, the old city, and the blend of Christian and Islamic heritage. Discover the architecture of the Ottoman and Byzantine empires.

Inside the Hagia Sophia, your guide will show you how to use the Augmented Reality (AR) app and audio guide so you can explore all the highlights together. After the tour, you can stay inside as long as you want.

Walk through the nave and visit the upper galleries for great views. See the mosaics of biblical scenes and calligraphic panels up close and experience the calm atmosphere of this historic site.

What’s included

Skip-the-line ticket
1-hour guided tour of Hagia Sophia
Augmented reality (AR) technology APP
Audio guide on your smartphone

Not included

Skip the line at security, all guests must go through the security check
Headset for the audio guide
Limited guiding service inside Hagia Sophia
Scarf to cover female visitors' hair

Where to go

Hagia Sophia

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

View meeting point mapLocal timezone: Europe/Istanbul

Before you book

Important visitor information

Must know

This is a place of worship; make sure to dress appropriately. Knees and shoulders must be covered, and women can get a scarf to cover their hair.

Anyone wearing shorts must buy a body cover for €3, paid at the entrance

How to use

Show your smartphone ticket to the guide at the meeting point

Your guide will be waiting at the Dsign Cafe in front of the Turkish and Islamic Art Museum located on the Hippodrome, right next to the Egyptian Obelisk

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