Attractions

Private Guided Hagia Sophia Tour with Skip the Line Access

Istanbul, Türkiye

Private Guided Hagia Sophia Tour with Skip the Line Access

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Overview

Duration

Languages

English

Voucher type

E-Ticket

What To Expect

You will see the recently opened (15th January 2024) upper gallery as the museum part of Hagia Sophia.

Private 1-hour guided tour of Hagia Sophia, unraveling its rich Byzantine and Islamic past with an expert. You will enjoy the smooth entry with skip-the-line tickets. Your visit with direct access to the second-floor Visitors Area, the best top view of the mosaics and architecture of the Hagia Sophia. You will also have deeper information into Hagia Sophia's history with unique insights.

You will learn about its history from a professional 25-year experience guide. You will see the mosaics well worth seeing, Deesis mosaic, Omphalion, Viking Inscription, Marble Door, Empress Lodge, Grave of Enrico Dandolo

What to remember

Important info

Public transportation options are available nearby. Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What's included

All Fees and Taxes

What's not included

Upper gallery is open as museum and fee is 25 EUR/per person

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your tour until a day in advance

Provider

Istanbul Old City tour

Meeting Point

Before entering the first gate of Topkapi Palace, Sultan Ahmed the 3rd Fountain near the entrance of Haghia Sophia's visiting area