Hagia Sophia Private Tour

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: 24 hours
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…

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.

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Donpv5177ff
Sep 24, 2024
Wonderful guide - Mohammet our guide was excellent. Patient, friendly, not pushy and answered all our questions. Recommended strongly.
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Ilarian300
Sep 13, 2024
Great experience! - For a few euros more than the normal ticket you not only skip the line but are offered the guided tour where the various parts of the mosque with the whole story are explained, extremely recommended!
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E1056gujohng
Sep 1, 2024
Amazing. Left with so many impressions and thoughts. Will remember this visit. - Came to see the historic Haga Sofia. Muhammet İşin was the perfect guide. Very deep knowledge. Pointing out both structures and details in a fantastic way. Humble, friendly he was one of the best guides I have had anywhere.
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I9115jaalejandran
Aug 7, 2024
Tour Review - Very informative and engaging, he explains very well and clearly. He also arrived on time and were able to find each other very quickly. He explained many interesting facts about Istanbul and its history. A a Overall a very nice guy and would recommend for tour
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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!
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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.
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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!
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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
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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.
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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
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From $120
up to 8 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).