Your experience
Save time and discover two of Istanbul’s most iconic sites—Hagia Sophia and the Theodosius Cistern—with skip-the-line entry and audio guides.
Getting started
Start at either site by showing your mobile ticket for entry. Enjoy fast-track access at the Theodosius Cistern and explore both locations at your own pace.
What to expect
Theodosius Cistern
Descend underground to explore this late Roman cistern, a key piece of Byzantine engineering once vital to Istanbul’s water supply.
Features:
• Marble columns and vaulted ceilings: Admire the cistern’s robust 1600-year-old architecture, built to endure centuries below the city.
• Light and video-mapping show: Experience the hourly light and video mapping show that brings the cistern and its purpose to life.
• Contemporary art installations: Catch some rotating modern art exhibits that add a creative dimension to the ancient structure.
Hagia Sophia
Step into Hagia Sophia, a landmark where Byzantine mosaics meet Islamic art, and centuries of history are etched into every surface.
Features:
• Architecture: Discover Hagia Sophia highlights including the mihrab, Christian mosaics, and the legendary weeping column.
• Imperial Gate: Admire the grand entrance used by emperors, topped by a mosaic of Christ flanked by Constantine VI and the Virgin Mary.
• Omphalion: Stand on the marble circle where Byzantine emperors were once crowned, still visible on the floor of the main hall.
• 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
Cistern of Theodosius Tickets
• Show your ticket at Cistern of Theodosius.
• Address: Binbirdirek, Piyer Loti Cd. No:2/1, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye.
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Hagia Sophia Tickets with Audio Guide
• Please scan your ticket at Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque.
• Adress: Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya Meydanı No:1, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye.
• Landmark: Hagia Sophia Visiting Area.
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Annual Schedule
Summer
Non-refundable