Guided Tours

Istanbul Mosques: Guided Tour of Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque with Entry Tickets

Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia exterior view, Istanbul tour tickets.

Hagia Sophia exterior with tourists in Istanbul, showcasing its iconic domes and minarets.

Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia exterior view in Istanbul, showcasing iconic architecture.

Enjoy an exciting tour to see 2 of Istanbul’s most famous monuments, the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, and save big with this combo ticket!

Highlights

Tour the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Hagia Sophia Mosque, with these entry tickets and learn of its history and architecture from a local guide.
Enjoy a complimentary walking tour of the surrounding Old City, home to some of the most historic sites including the Blue Mosque.
Soak up the Blue Mosque’s carved tiles, painted glass windows, and different elements like its 5 main domes and 6 minarets.
Did you know? The Blue Mosque's interior is lit by 260 windows and offers panoramic views.

Inclusions

Hagia Sophia

Hagia Sophia Mosque entrance tickets to the visiting area
1-hr guided tour of Hagia Sophia
English-speaking guide

Blue Mosque

Entry to the Blue Mosque
1-hr guided tour of the Blue Mosque
English-speaking guide
Old City tour

cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Ricardo

5/5

Jan, 2025

Ali is a great guide and explained everything in proper speed and detail, not too much what was great for us. Off season the queues are not huge but the skip the line tickets are always welcome and including security there was no entrance that took more than 5 min for the group. Great experience, good value for money.

Sharon

5/5

Jan, 2025

Ali was a great tour guide. He provided interesting information at each stop and went out of his way to meet individual needs along the tour.

Gil

4/5

Jan, 2025

Ali is a pleasant and generous guide. We regretted not having individual headphones to hear him better.

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Charlotte

5/5

Dec, 2024

Our guide, Arslan Ali, provided an incredible insight into the history of some of the most important relics within Istanbul. Without his input, the true understanding of both the importance and role of the sites would never have come to light. It was an incredible journey, impeccably timed and thoroughly enjoyable. Huge thanks to Arslan for being such a marvellous guide and to Headout for providing such an easy and reliable booking service.

Divya

5/5

Dec, 2024

Our guide, Mehmet, was exceptional—both insightful and incredibly knowledgeable. His deep understanding of the history, culture, and local stories made the entire experience unforgettable. What stood out even more was his excellent English, which made the tour engaging and easy to follow. We noticed other tour groups struggling due to language barriers, but Mehmet’s clear communication and thoughtful explanations ensured that we didn’t miss a single detail. His professionalism and passion for sharing his knowledge truly set him apart and made our tour one to remember.

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Your Experience

Armed with this super-saver combo ticket, experience Istanbul’s greatest architectural beauties – Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.

Hagia Sophia

The journey to Hagia Sophia begins with a meeting at the Blue Mosque, where you'll learn about historical facts and the latest renovations. Continue to the Blue Mosque courtyards and the Old City around it. The city is a part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk your way through the renowned Hagia Sophia and admire the coexistence of Byzantine and Ottoman art pieces. The Dome, featuring 40 windows, will surely impress you while the Wishing Column is thought to have healing effects! Learn all about the genius of Byzantine architecture and art with the power of storytelling, thanks to your expert English-speaking historian tour guide.

Blue Mosque

Learn about the rich history of Istanbul and the Byzantine and Ottoman heritage, the Islamic faith, and the famous blue Iznik tiles inside the Blue Mosque with your official licensed guide. During the tour, you will have ample opportunities to explore and take amazing photographs of the hand-painted blue tiles that adorn the mosque’s interior walls, the mosque’s five main domes, six minarets, and eight secondary domes. Get enough insights and tips to help you discover independently the rest of your trip.

Know Before You Go

Important Information

Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia

Please note that the security line can take up to 60 minutes in the high season.
If you do not have a scarf or body cover, you can buy them at the entrance (a scarf is 1€ and a body cover is 3€).
Photography and outside food and drinks are allowed.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at Dsign Cafe.
Address: Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd No:10, 34093 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye.
Landmark: Turkish and Islamic Art Museum, Hippodrome.
Your guide will be waiting for you at the meeting point with Headout or Istanbul Welcome Card Flags.

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