Hagia Sophia

About this experience

Dolmabahce Palace
Present your passport + e-ticket for direct verification and access.
Hagia Sophia
Present your e-ticket for direct verification and access.;Dolmabahce Palace
Location of use: Vişnezade, Dolmabahçe Cd., 34357 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye ticket gate
Time of use: 09:00~16:00(Tue–Sun);Closed on Mondays.;Last admission: 1 hour before closing.;Special holidays or early closure.
Hagia Sophia
Location of use: Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya Square No:1, 34122 Fatih/Istanbul, Türkiye gate
Time of use: 09:00~18:00(Operating hours may change frequently.);Check the official website for operating hours;The e-ticket can be used once within its expiration date.;The park will be closed for 1 hour on Friday noon for prayers. Please;Avoid prayer times.;Dolmabahce Palace: Passport required for free audio guide collection. Dress code applies. See notes for details.
Hagia Sophia: Dress code applies. Please check the notes for details.

What's included

• Ticket
• About this Product
• · What's included: Ticket
• · What's included: Admission ticket to the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque; Access to the second floor only
• Additional information on inclusions
• - Hagia Sophia digital audio guide (download on mobile): https://audio.arvadmc.com/tour-detail?value=1. [Free service, no refund for unused]

How to use

1. Show Mobile Ticket
2. At Redemption Counter

What to expect

Hagia Sophia faces the Blue Mosque across the street. Originally the main cathedral of the Byzantine Empire, it was converted into a mosque after being occupied by the Turks. This historic building in Türkiye stands as one of the country's most iconic symbols. The exterior of Hagia Sophia features classic mosque domes and minarets, with an ablution fountain (for mosque use) in front and several stone pillars topped with intricate carvings nearby. Nine gates lead to the central hall from the narthex, with the middle one known as the "Imperial Gate," once reserved exclusively for emperors and empresses. The four gates on either side were designated for commoners, while the two middle gates were for nobles and officials. The grand central hall dazzles with multicolored marble floors and walls adorned with vibrant mosaic patterns. Numerous windows and low-hanging chandeliers maintain the hall's lighting, while the ornate lamps create a warm ambiance beneath the towering dome, evoking a sense of awe. The dome preserves Byzantine-style frescoes in rich colors. Above the altar is an image of the Virgin and Child gazing downward. On either side of the altar hang six large black disks with golden Arabic calligraphy, each about 10 meters in diameter, inscribed with names. The right side of the altar marks the coronation spot, while the left features a preaching balcony. A spiral passage at the end of the side corridor leads to the upper gallery, where dignitaries and females once prayed. The gallery walls display numerous frescoes depicting Christian stories. From here, visitors can admire the hall's majestic spatial design, with golden and blue decorative motifs adorning the column capitals, bases, and joints. The intricately carved capitals are breathtaking. Walking along the upper gallery, the "Empress's Lodge" stands to the right, directly above the "Imperial Gate" at the entrance below. From this vantage point, visitors can clearly see the exquisite mosaic artwork embedded above the gate.

Things to note

• Digital audio guide (download on mobile): https://audio.arvadmc.com/tour-detail?value=1
• Wear modest, comfortable clothing that covers shoulders and knees, along with comfortable closed-toe shoes
• Free for children under 8. ID required.
• Updates may occur without prior notice
• After your visit, please return it at the exit gate
• - Most attractions in Türkiye have dress code requirements
• Dolmabahce Palace audio guide languages available: Arabic, Dutch, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Russian and Spanish
• Hagia Sophia mosque, formerly known as the Hagia Sophia cathedral
• Please refer to the actual services provided at the attraction
• If you do not use it, we regret that a refund cannot be issued
• Please refer to the official disclosure
• - Children must be accompanied by an adult and may be required to present a valid passport or ID at the entrance for age verification.
• Thank you for your understanding.
• Refunds are not available if you don't use them
• Free for children under 6
• Thank you for your understanding.) You can also download in advance:
• Please scan the QR code to access them after entry
• Please dress appropriately and respect the religious customs of the destination country
• Actual opening dates and hours may be adjusted or closed due to seasons, weather, special holidays, etc
• - The church is temporarily closed during prayer time
• If the attraction stops offering free audio guides, we also regret that a refund cannot be issued
• - Child policy:
• Before ticket verification, please show your passport at the small booth near the main entrance to rent the audio guide
• No additional notice will be given for any discrepancies caused by official time adjustments
• - The attraction offers audio guides
• Failure to comply will result in denied entry.
• Currently available languages: Mandarin, Arabic, Azerbaijani, Indonesian, Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Uzbek. (- Audio guides are p
• Normal admission resumes after prayer ends.
• Child Policy:
• Male guests should ensure their shoulders and knees are covered
• If you cannot find it, please ask staff for assistance by saying "audio guide". (Please note that the ticket booth does not provide audio guide rental services.) The audio guide is provided free of charge by the attraction
• - Women must always wear long, loose-fitting clothing that covers their arms and legs, along with a headscarf
• No refunds will be issued if the attraction stops offering free audio guides
• Sleeveless tops, shorts, off-shoulder dresses, and open-toe footwear are prohibited.
• - Please check the official website for the attraction's operating dates and hours
• Dolmabahce Palace
• Please check the official website for daily opening hours before your visit.
• Information disclosed on external websites is for reference only
• - The last entry is 30 minutes before closing time
• Note:
• Please note that you need to present a valid ID/passport to obtain the audio guide
• Language offerings may change

Terms & conditions

- Please check the official website for the attraction's operating dates and hours. Information disclosed on external websites is for reference only. Actual opening dates and hours may be adjusted or closed due to seasons, weather, special holidays, etc. No additional notice will be given for any discrepancies caused by official time adjustments. Please refer to the official disclosure. Thank you for your understanding.
Hagia Sophia mosque, formerly known as the Hagia Sophia cathedral
- The church is temporarily closed during prayer time. Normal admission resumes after prayer ends.
Child Policy:
Free for children under 8. ID required.
Note:
- Women must always wear long, loose-fitting clothing that covers their arms and legs, along with a headscarf. Male guests should ensure their shoulders and knees are covered. Failure to comply will result in denied entry.
- The attraction offers audio guides. Please scan the QR code to access them after entry. Currently available languages: Mandarin, Arabic, Azerbaijani, Indonesian, Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Uzbek. (- Audio guides are provided free by the attraction. Refunds are not available if you don't use them. No refunds will be issued if the attraction stops offering free audio guides. Thank you for your understanding.) You can also download in advance:
Digital audio guide (download on mobile): https://audio.arvadmc.com/tour-detail?value=1
Dolmabahce Palace
Dolmabahce Palace audio guide languages available: Arabic, Dutch, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Russian and Spanish. Language offerings may change. Please refer to the actual services provided at the attraction. Updates may occur without prior notice. Please note that you need to present a valid ID/passport to obtain the audio guide. Before ticket verification, please show your passport at the small booth near the main entrance to rent the audio guide. After your visit, please return it at the exit gate. If you cannot find it, please ask staff for assistance by saying "audio guide". (Please note that the ticket booth does not provide audio guide rental services.) The audio guide is provided free of charge by the attraction. If you do not use it, we regret that a refund cannot be issued. If the attraction stops offering free audio guides, we also regret that a refund cannot be issued. Thank you for your understanding.
- Most attractions in Türkiye have dress code requirements. Please dress appropriately and respect the religious customs of the destination country. Wear modest, comfortable clothing that covers shoulders and knees, along with comfortable closed-toe shoes. Sleeveless tops, shorts, off-shoulder dresses, and open-toe footwear are prohibited.
- Child policy:
Free for children under 6
- Children must be accompanied by an adult and may be required to present a valid passport or ID at the entrance for age verification.
- The last entry is 30 minutes before closing time. Please check the official website for daily opening hours before your visit. Dolmabahce Palace Present your passport + e-ticket for direct verification and access. Hagia Sophia Present your e-ticket for direct verification and access. Dolmabahce Palace Location of use: Vişnezade, Dolmabahçe Cd., 34357 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye ticket gate Time of use: 09:00~16:00(Tue–Sun);Closed on Mondays.;Last admission: 1 hour before closing.;Special holidays or early closure. Hagia Sophia Location of use: Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya Square No:1, 34122 Fatih/Istanbul, Türkiye gate Time of use: 09:00~18:00(Operating hours may change frequently.);Check the official website for operating hours;The e-ticket can be used once within its expiration date.;The park will be closed for 1 hour on Friday noon for prayers. Please;Avoid prayer times. Dolmabahce Palace: Passport required for free audio guide collection. Dress code applies. See notes for details. Hagia Sophia: Dress code applies. Please check the notes for details.