Hagia Sophia Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Tickets

Name: Hagia Sophia Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Tickets
Brand: Headout
Price: 43.46 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (2945 reviews)

4.5(2945)1 StundeEnglisch, Spanisch, Französisch, Italienisch +12Istanbul

Kostenlose Stornierung

$43

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Your experience

Step inside one of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks with fast-track entry and explore its rich history on a guided tour.

Getting started

Head to the Hagia Sophia entrance to have your tickets checked. If needed, stop to purchase scarves before entering the mosque. Once ready, meet your guide and join your tour group to begin exploring.

What to expect

Hagia Sophia

Hagia Sophia has stood for centuries as a symbol of Istanbul’s cultural and architectural heritage. With its soaring dome, intricate mosaics, and Ottoman-era minbar, it is one of the most revered sites in Turkey.

Features

• Architectural marvels: Walk the marble ramps, explore the upper galleries, and see the Weeping Column that has captivated visitors for generations.

• Mosaics and interiors: Admire the Iznik tiles, the Deësis mosaic and other artworks that reflect the building’s long and varied history.

• Historical layers: Learn how Hagia Sophia evolved from a Byzantine Basilica to a mosque and remains a key cultural landmark today.

Extras

Enhance your visit with guided tours of the Blue Mosque for a deeper insight into Istanbul’s history and culture.

Do away with long lines and experience Hagia Sophia's rich cultural heritage on a one-hour guided tour led by an English-speaking guide.
Explore the Ottoman-era minbar, bronze entrance doors, and marble ramp to the upper galleries while your guide shares lesser-known stories.
Admire the stunning mosaics, towering dome, intricate calligraphy, and interiors that reflect centuries of Byzantine and Ottoman history.
Upgrade your visit with guided tours of the Blue Mosque for a well-rounded experience of Istanbul's culture and history.

Inbegriffen

Skip-the-line entry to Hagia Sophia
Guided tour of Hagia Sophia
Expert licensed English-speaking guide
Skip-the-line entry to Blue Mosque (as per option selected)
Guided tour of Blue Mosque (as per option selected)

Nicht inbegriffen

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities/tips
Souvenir photos

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Treffpunkt und Abholung

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• Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

• 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

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

Wissenswertes

Dress modestly and bring scarves or cover-ups to use before entering the mosque.
Large bags, backpacks, and tripods are not permitted.
Food and drinks are not allowed inside.
Flash photography and tripods are not allowed.
Hagia Sophia is partially wheelchair accessible with ramps and special access to the ground floor only. The upper floor is not accessible.
Due to ongoing renovations, certain sections of the interiors may be obstructed by scaffolding.