Hagia Sophia Tour: VIP Access & Gallery Ticket

Skip the line at Hagia Sophia and explore its rich history with a 45-minute guided tour led by a seasoned historian.

Duration: 45 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Hagia Sophia Mosque - ➡️ Hagia Sophia Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide
    ➡️ Uncover the marvels of Hagia Sophia, an essential landmark to visit in Istanbul! Be amazed by its awe-inspiring Grand Dome, an architectural wonder that has endured since 537 AD. Delve into the exquisite Byzantine mosaics and detailed calligraphy that narrate the rich…
What's Included
  • Free audio guide in 23 languages
  • Meet a professional tourist guide
  • Instant voucher and confirmation
What's Not Included
  • ⚠️ All visitors must wait in the security & ticket control line ( 5 to 45 minutes / in peak season )
  • ⚠️ Kids aged 7 & under gets a free ticket ( must show passport at the venue) Guide will help you
  • Other
  • Other
Additional Information

Hagia Sophia, constructed in 532, was the most prominent place of worship during the Byzantine Empire. In 2020, it was transformed into both a museum and a mosque.
✅ VIP Access Options

  • Select Your Option & Prices Per Person, Age 7+

    OPTION 1: Museum Ticket Only
    Total Cost: €35
    Booking Fee: €5 (paid online)
    Remaining Balance: To be paid at the meeting…

Location
Topkapı Cafe
Soğuk Çeşme Sokak
⚠️ THE MEETING POINT IS TOPKAPI CAFE NEXT TO THE FOUNTAIN OF SULTAN AHMET THE 3rd. - Before the main Topkapi Palace Museum Entrance Gate ( 1.st Gate ) -- before the security control ---- PLEASE COME 10 MINUTES BEFORE DEPARTURE TIME TO THE MEETING POINT
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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O5310gdalberts
Apr 24, 2025
Excellent - The guide he was so helpful and so friendly explain everything in detailed and the most thing that he is do friendly ……………………………………………
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Judita505
Apr 24, 2025
Great history guide - Great tour guide we enjoyed he explained the history beautifully with some jokes . He is the best best tour guide in mosque
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Hofi66
Apr 10, 2025
Very good and fast - Very good guide with wit and good background knowledge. We were very quick without waiting in the mosque and also did not have to accept waiting times when buying tickets.
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Susan
Apr 9, 2025
2025 - Very knowledgeable and enjoyable to listen to. Great sense of humour. Extremely good English and personable. Will us him again.
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55elishag
Apr 6, 2025
Great tour of Hagia Sophia - It was a very interesting tour of the Hagia Sophia. Tour guide was very friendly and informative. Would definitely recommend.
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Lukaszy8569ov
Mar 25, 2025
Very good guidance of Hagia Sophia - Extremely interesting & fun guided tour of Hagia Sophia. Genialer Guide. Historical background well explained and very good stories told about everything.
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Voyage14025273387
Mar 7, 2025
Visit to Hagia Sofia - Excellent tour. Guide very polite and friendly and with full knowledge. And you don't get in line. It's worth it! We recommend.
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Patriciaab4749bl
Mar 6, 2025
Interesting and fun guided tour - ERGİN was a great guide. He explained everything to us very well. We are very happy that we did the tour with him.
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Duderocksjh
Feb 22, 2025
Hagia Sophia tour and line skip - A knowledgeable and friendly guide, who provides the historical context, as well as deep history of the building itself. You can skip the line, which is a big benefit, and enjoy this private tour. 100% recommend!
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Markusgn6921rj
Feb 9, 2025
Hagia Sophia - ERGİN KARAKOYUN ... best guide! Impresses with incredible historical knowledge and wit. Thank you so much! We are happy to recommend you!
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From $6
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).