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Skip-the-line Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar tour

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£53.00

Free cancellation

Language: English, Spanish, German

Availability: Daily

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: Flexible

Instant confirmation

Skip the line

Entrance fees included

Guided tour

Smaller group size

Why you’ll love this…

Discover the beauty of Hagia Sophia, constructed in the 5th century
Take part in a guided walking tour through the streets of Istanbul and learn about the city's secrets
Do some shopping at the Grand Bazaar, the biggest 'souk' in the world

What to expect

Enjoy a combination Istanbul guided tour with a skip-the-line entrance to Hagia Sophia and visit Grand Bazaar. Marvel at the majestic architecture of the Hagia Sophia as you’re guided through its beautiful interiors. Known as the Church of Divine Wisdom, this is one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian. Learn all about its construction started in the 5th century from your professional guide.

Then continue for a walk in Istanbul. Complete your experience with a visit to the Grand Bazaar. The Grand Covered Bazaar is the most attractive shopping center and the biggest 'souk' in the world with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewelry, gold, carpets, leatherware and souvenirs. Your tour will finish at the Grand Bazaar, in case you would like to spend the rest of the day shopping!

What's included

Hagia Sophia skip-the-line tickets
Professional live guide
Walking tour

What's not included

Tips

Where

Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi, Ayasofya Meydanı, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey

Meeting point:

In front of Hagia Sophia Museum.

What to remember

Know in advance:

Female guests should bring scarf to visit Hagia Sophia since it has been change to a mosque now
Fridays is not sugegsted to book this tour because of crowded Friday pray

Remember to bring:

Comfortable shoes

Provider

Plan Tours

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 10 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

CAL
From United States of America - November 2023

Travelled as a couple

55 - 64 years old

Average
Overall rated
3/5

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