Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Small-Group Tour
Overview
Join a small-group walking tour of the two most famous monuments in Istanbul: the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia.
Benefit from pre-reserved tickets for the Hagia Sophia
Option to meet your guide in Galata port if you are on a cruise ship
Enjoy a scenic stroll around Sultanahmet and witness the local life with a professional guide.
Experience the splendor and charm of Islamic architecture in the Blue Mosque.
Discover the history and culture of the Ottoman and Byzantine Empires.
What's Included
- Starting from Galata Port (If this option is selected)
- 3 hours walking tour at a relaxed pace
- Small group tour for a more interactive experience
- Pre-reserved tickets for the Hagia Sophia
- Guided tour for the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia
- Expert guide for insider's knowledge of the city
- Transport to the meeting spot
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Sultanahmet Square
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Blue Mosque
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hagia Sophia Mosque
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Hippodrome
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Arasta Bazaar
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia are functioning mosques and they can be closed to visitors for any reason, even without pre-notice (for a high-level state visit, for example)
- Nobody can skip the line at either of the mosques although our guides make it easier and more efficient because they do it every day.
- Istanbul has notoriously bad traffic. Give more time to get to the meeting spot than you may have planned
- Tickets are timed and expire within 5 to 10 minutes.
- Please be advised that it is not possible to join the tour after it has commenced.
- Please note that women should be required to wear a headscarf when entering the mosque.
- Please note that both men and women should wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees. Shorts, sleeveless tops, and other revealing attire are not permitted inside.
- You are not allowed to bring signs, symbols, banners, flags, documents, drawings, or any materials representing political, ideological, or religious beliefs inside the Hagia Sophia.
- Please note that the 'Starting from Galata Port' option is available only for cruise guests.
- Please note that skip-the-line access is available for adults only. Children under the age of 7 do not benefit from this access.
- Please note that children under 7 are not permitted on this tour.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-51192P70
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