Visit Hagia Sophia with skip-the-line tickets and a guide. Continue exploring the site at your own pace with an audio guide. Expand your knowledge and listen to the informative commentary.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
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- Duration 30 minutes
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the ticket line
- Live tour guide
- English
- Audio guide included
- English, German, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Italian, Turkish, Arabic, Polish
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Meeting point
Meet across the entrance of Hagia Sophia, next to Hürrem Sultan Hamam. It is located below the trees, next to the newspaper kiosk. Your Istanbul Welcome Card guide will be wearing a red jacket or red T-shirt.
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What to bring
- Headphones
Know before you go
- Not all parts of the building are open due to renovation
- Download the audio guide app on your smartphone before your visit. Download instructions are included in your confirmation
- There is no internet at Hagia Sophia, so you won't be able to download the guide inside
- Once downloaded, you do not need an internet connection to use the app
- Women are required to cover their knees, shoulders, and chest. Hair should be partially covered with a scarf. Men are required to cover their knees and shoulders. You can buy clothes and scarves at the entrance