Recently Viewed
Hagia Sophia Private Tour
5.0
45 Ratings
Fatih
Embark on a private tour of Hagia Sophia, skip the long queue, and explore the rich history with a licensed guide. Get free entrance and capture memorable photos.
Duration:
45 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
learn more
Highlights
- Hagia Sophia Mosque - An Unforgettable Experience Awaits. Constructed between 532-537 AD, Hagia Sophia boasts 1500 years of history. Inside, you’ll find numerous intricate details, including a wealth of mosaics and icons. This unique site offers a glimpse into various religions and cultures.
What's Included
- Official Tour Guide
What's Not Included
- Ticket price is not included
- Hagia Sophia ticket 25 euros per person
Additional Information
All tours are organized by a travel agency affiliated with Tursab.
Hagia Sophia stands as one of the world’s oldest UNESCO heritage sites. With your guide, you can bypass the ticket line and enter directly. You’ll receive detailed and accurate information, making you feel as though you’re journeying through the history of Hagia Sophia. Feel free to ask questions and enjoy a privileged experience with a licensed guide.
- Dress Code
Both men and women must wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees. Women are also required to cover their heads with a scarf. If your attire doesn’t meet these requirements, wraps and scarves are available at the entrance.
- Attention Please! The entrance ticket fee for the Hagia Sophia museum is not included. Guests will need to pay the guide in cash at the museum entrance.
Location
Hagia Sophia
Ayasofya Meydanı
There are two entrances to the building.
One for the Muslims and Turkish citizens and another one is for the foreign visitors … We meet at the main foreign visitors entrance of Hagia Sophia Museum, at the front of the Hagia Sophia ticket office.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(45 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Juanrarias
Jul 1, 2024
A Great Tour guide ! - Fantastic tour of the Hagia Sophia. Very professional and knowledgeable. Made our experience much better ! Fully recommend!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
362alastairs
Jun 6, 2024
Great tour - A really excellent tour by a extremely knowledgeable guide. I learnt a lot of facts that I had no idea about despite being knowing a fair amount about the period.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Ahleong9
May 28, 2024
Fantastic Tour with Muhammet İşin! - The Sophia Mosque tour in Turkey was amazing, thanks to our fantastic guide, Muhammet İşin. He was detailed, knowledgeable, and had a great sense of humor, making the tour both informative and fun.
Muhammet not only shared deep insights into the mosque's history and architecture but also gave us great tips on local attractions and recommended some excellent places to eat.
If you're visiting Turkey, this tour is a must. Muhammet İşin's expertise and humor made it an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Ajp995
May 27, 2024
So an amazing day at hagia! Sophia - Muhammet İşin it was an amazing guy, courteous, eager to please, willing to accommodate our special interest for college student History majors and overall providing super experience
Review provided by Tripadvisor
314andrzejg
May 25, 2024
Great man - I gladly recommend this guide as he is really knowledgable, friendly and speaks very good english. He approached us by the Hagia Sophia when we were in panic mode seeing the queue. He clearly explained the deal and once agreed he gave us not only the great experience of the Hagia Sophia but also deep dive into humanity, religions and Turkiye history. During the guided tour he never gave us feel of rushing and made sure all our needs were met. He's competent and charming person. Don't even consider too long.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
758somn
May 18, 2024
Hagia Sofia, Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern tour - Muhammet is very knowledgeable, engaged and friendly. We toured the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and the Basilica Cistern. He had everything pre-arranged so there was no waiting in line. We would highly recommend him and use his services again
Review provided by Tripadvisor
970ricardam
May 17, 2024
Great guide and tour – highly recommend! - Mohammet was a wonderful Guide with lots of valuable information about the Hagia Sophia. We had a great time exploring the old building and learning about the culture. I would highly recommend this tour!!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Wander789019
Apr 29, 2024
Enriching, engaging experience - This was my second tour with Muhammet and he was as extraordinary as the first time I visited with my husband. I wanted my children to experience Hagia Sofia with his added history of the mosque and of the country. Muhammet’s knowledge of Turkey, its culture, and religious history together with his kind and engaging personality really enriched our experience. They were spelled bound. He answered all our questions and never made us feel rushed. I highly recommend that you skip the line and book a private tour with Muhammet. It’s worth every euro!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Georgesc867
Apr 29, 2024
First time in Türkiye and won’t be my last! - This was a once in a lifetime trip for me and I am so glad that I was able to have such a knowledgeable tour guide to not only tell my family and I about the tour we were on but the history of Türkiye as well! I would recommend the private tour to anyone who really wants to deep dive into the history of the site but Türkiye as well!
10/10!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
A9281nbbeckyw
Mar 22, 2024
Great tour guide - Our guide was professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. We hadn't planned to hire a guide, but we were very glad that we did, as it added a lot to our understanding and enjoyment of the Hagia Sophia. He did a great job of engaging and including our kids.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
