Embark on a journey through the heart of Istanbul with a guided tour of the legendary Hagia Sophia and the majestic Blue Mosque. Perfect for culture seekers and curious explorers, this tour combines unbeatable value with unforgettable memories in one of the world's most fascinating destinations.

Your expert guide will bring centuries of history to life, sharing captivating stories of empires, sultans and faiths that shaped the city. Admire stunning domes, mosaics, and minarets while uncovering hidden details many visitors miss.

Tour was for hagia sophia and then palace, Followed directions on ticket only to be told by guide to go to another location 10 minutes walk away and do palace first the come back there 2 hours later. By time got to new location and been admitted to palace we would have only had 1,5 hours in palace insufficient to see half of it. By time we had finished palace there was no one around to redeem the second part of the tours entrance to Hagia Sophia so we had paid for something we never received.

Why you’ll love this…

You'll enjoy a guided tour of the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque
An expert guide will bring stories of empires and sultans to life
You'll create unforgettable memories in the heart of Istanbul

Important to know

Know in advance:

All visitors must cover their shoulders and knees, and women must cover their hair at the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque
Waiting time for airport-style security checks at Hagia Sophia can take up to 60 minutes in high season
Please note that you'll skip the ticket lines with your guide, but the security lines can't be skipped

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What’s included

Guided tour
Audio guide
Skip-the-line tickets

Booking fee

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

Location

Dsign Cafe, Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd No:10, Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

Meeting point:

Meet your guide at the Dsign Cafe in front of the Turkish and Islamic Art Museum located on the Hippodrome, next to the Egyptian Obelisk. At the meeting point, look for the guide holding a white MegaPass flag.

Provider

MEGA TRAVEL & PASS

What people say about this experience

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Sharon
Traveled as a couple
June 3, 2025
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United Kingdom
Tour was for hagia sophia and then palace, Followed directions on ticket only to be told by guide to go to another location 10 minutes walk away and do palace first the come back there 2 hours later. By time got to new location and been admitted to palace we would have only had 1,5 hours in palace insufficient to see half of it. By time we had finished palace there was no one around to redeem the second part of the tours entrance to Hagia Sophia so we had paid for something we never received.