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Hagia Sophia mosaics explained by the tour guide Expert local guides lead the tours for a more interactive experience. Basilica Cistern Columns Hagia Sophia from outside Sultanahmet Square and the German Fountain Small groups inside the Hagia Sophia Headsets to hear the guide better Small groups make it easier to enjoy the tour Hagia Sophia explained from the inside Basilica Cistern Basilica Cistern Medusa Head Basilica Cistern Columns Topkapi Palace Entry Topkapi Palace Gardens Topkapi Palace Indoor Topkapi Palace Harem Topkapi Palace Imperial Topkapi Palace
Hagia Sophia mosaics explained by the tour guide Expert local guides lead the tours for a more interactive experience. Basilica Cistern Columns Hagia Sophia from outside Sultanahmet Square and the German Fountain
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Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern & Topkapi Palace: Entry + Guided Tour

See the beautiful mosaics of Hagia Sofia and explore the Cistern's water system

Opening hours

Hagia Sophia Mosque

Monday
09:00:00 - 17:00:00
Tuesday
09:00:00 - 17:00:00
Wednesday
09:00:00 - 17:00:00
Thursday
09:00:00 - 17:00:00
Friday
09:00:00 - 12:30:00, 14:30:00 - 17:00:00
Saturday
09:00:00 - 17:00:00
Sunday
09:00:00 - 17:00:00

  2. Duration 4h

  3. Live guide English

Included

  • Entry tickets for Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and Basilica Cistern
  • Licensed guide
  • Audio headset

Not included

  • Transfers
  • Food and drinks

Starting point

At Meydanı Caddesi no:40, 34122, Istanbul

Prepare for a tour of Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Basilica Cistern in Istanbul to learn about Byzantine and Ottoman history.

Start at the Basilica Cistern, walking on wooden platforms above the water.

Visit Hagia Sophia and see its transformation from a Greek Orthodox church to a mosque.

Reach the Topkapi Palace and explore its buildings, pavilions, and courtyards.

Listen to the guide, who will share insights into life in the Ottoman Empire, and explore the Harem at your own pace after the tour ends.
  • Meet your guide at Ersoy Bufe, a small food kiosk by the Hippodrome in Sultanahmet Square, across from the German Fountain
  • The guide will be in front of Ersoy Bufe with a Walks in Europe sign
  • Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starts
  1. Provider: Walks In Europe
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    Registered address: Lahepea 9 - 14, 10617, Tallinn, EE

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  • Cancel for free until 24 hours before you visit and get a full refund
  • Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit

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