Hagia Sophia skip-the-line entry ticket and optional audio guide
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Hagia Sophia skip-the-line entry ticket and optional audio guide

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Language: English, Italian, French, Spanish, German
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Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll enjoy skip-the-line access to the UNESCO-listed Hagia Sophia, avoiding the regular queues
  • The structure served as a cathedral, mosque, and museum, reflecting Istanbul's cultural heritage
  • On the self-guided tour, you'll admire the grand dome, intricate mosaics, and expansive galleries
  • You'll discover the fusion of Christian and Islamic architectural elements throughout the structure
  • To enhance your visit, you have the option to purchase a ticket including an informative audio guide
What to expect

Discover the Hagia Sophia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with priority access. Upgrade your experience by adding an informative audio guide

Once the largest cathedral in the world, this architectural masterpiece was commissioned by Emperor Justinian I in the 6th century and served as the Byzantine Empire’s most important religious site. Following the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople in 1453, it underwent a transformation into a mosque, incorporating new features such as minarets and Islamic calligraphy. In the 20th century, it was turned into a museum and later back into a mosque in 2020.

The multilingual audio guide will lead you through each section of Hagia Sophia, unravelling its history and architectural nuances. As you delve deeper into your exploration, you'll uncover how it seamlessly merges elements of Byzantine Christian architecture with Islamic design, making it a symbol of cultural fusion.

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Where

Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya Meydanı No:1, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey

Meeting point:
Show your ticket at the entrance of Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque.
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • Modest attire is required. Women must cover their hair and shoulders; men and women must cover their knees
  • All guests must undergo a mandatory security check, which may involve a wait
  • The local operator will send you an email with your entry ticket after booking. If you select the Ticket with Audio Guide option, you'll also receive the activation link for the audio guide as soon as your booking is confirmed
  • The audio guide is compatible with iOS and Android devices and available in German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, and Romanian
  • Entrance is free of charge for children under the age of 8
  • The ticket is valid for the whole day. Opening hours: every day from 9 am to 7.30 pm

Remember to bring:

  • Headphones for the audio guide
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Provider
MEGA TRAVEL & PASS
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Unfortunately, we can't offer you a refund nor can we change or cancel your booking for this particular product, due to our partner's policy.

What people say about this experience

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3.7 /5

Based on 4 reviews from verified customers

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    Heather

    Verified booking

    3
    9 October 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    Wonderful visit, but wasn't sent QR code in time and had to send texts, while waiting in the rain. Effectively DIDN'T skip the line so lost money for that.

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    I Hallam

    Verified booking

    4.6
    4 October 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    It’s little bit misleading about skip the line to buy ticket and security line que, not very clear and many people were queening for security without tickets etc. I was expected not to have to wait as long with this ticket but was worth the experience

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    Rainer Blankers

    Verified booking

    4.2
    3 October 2025

    Travelled with family

    Hele mooie ervaring! Fastline-tickets scheelt 1 hele wachtrij. QR code ontbrak op de voucher waardoor de toegang na extra check pas werd geregeld.

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    Jake

    Verified booking

    3
    24 August 2025

    Travelled as a couple

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