Uncover the long-held secrets of the iconic Hagia Sophia with this fast-access entry ticket to the Hagia Sophia History & Experience Museum.
Highlights
Highlights
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Leave the long waiting queues behind and gain fast entry into the newly-opened Hagia Sophia History & Experience Museum with fast access tickets.
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During this 30-minute 3D tour, wander through various rooms, each one representing a different era, along with a display of various invaluable artifacts.
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Learn more about the history of the Ottomans on oversized screens with sound effects for an immersive experience and view never-before-seen Byzantine artworks housed in the museum.
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Upgrade your tickets to enjoy a guided tour of the Hagia Sophia Mosque with an expert English-speaking guide, and entry (without a guide) to the Hagia Sophia Museum.
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Did you know? The UNESCO-listed Hagia Sophia Mosque functioned as a museum from 1935 until 2020, after which it was turned into a mosque.
Inclusions
Inclusions
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Hagia Sophia History & Experience Museum skip-the-line ticket
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Unlimited stay inside the museum
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Hagia Sophia Mosque entry (optional)
Exclusions
Exclusions
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Guided tour of the museum
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Hagia Sophia mosque entrance fee
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Your Experience
Your Experience
Discover the History Behind Hagia Sophia
The Hagia Sophia History & Experience Museum, located in the historic Defter-i Hakani building at Sultanahmet Square, is quickly becoming one of Istanbul's top tourist attractions. With your fast access tickets, make your way past the huge waiting crowds and head straight inside the highly-anticipated museum without any delays.
The museum holds artifacts that connect to the Hagia Sophia's origin as a Christian Church in the 6th century. Also, you will find out how it turned into a shining example of architectural brilliance during the reign of the Ottomans through the various exhibits. Explore some of the most exquisite paintings, mosaics, and other items belonging to the Byzantine period. Some of these prized possessions have never been open to the public before.
Optional Guided Tour of Hagia Sophia Mosque with Entry (without a guide) to Hagia Sophia Museum
Benefit from a ticket upgrade option that allows you to get a deeper insight into the exhibits at the museum while a guide explains the mystery of the magnificent Hagia Sophia Mosque, a great architectural beauty and an important monument both for the Byzantine and the Ottoman Empires. The interiors boast a massive dome, marble pillars, and stunning mosaics.
Operating hours
Operating hours
Know Before You Go
Know Before You Go
Important Information
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Please note that the Hagia Sophia Mosque and the Hagia Sophia Museum are two completely separate attractions. While the former is a sacred place of worship for Muslims, the latter is a museum housing valuable artifacts, mosaics, and other items related to the Hagia Sophia's history as a church and mosque.
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The following is allowed on this tour: photography in the museum.
Restrictions
- No children below 8 are allowed in the Museum.
My tickets
My tickets
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Meeting Point
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Meet your guide at Dsign Cafe.
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Address: Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd No:10, 34093 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye.
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Landmark: Turkish and Islamic Art Museum, Hippodrome.
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Your guide will be waiting for you at the meeting point with Headout or Istanbul Welcome Card Flags.
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