Hagia Sophia Ticket & Bosphorus Cruise

Discover two of Istanbul's greatest experiences in one convenient package. Skip the ticket line at Hagia Sophia, explore with a multilingual audio guide, then relax on a 2-hour Bosphorus and Golden Horn cruise while enjoying spectacular views of the city's iconic skyline.

  • Explore At Your Pace
  • Audio Guide
  • Live Guide (English)
  • Instant Confirmation

What's included

  • Hagia Sophia admission ticket
  • Skip-the-ticket-line entry
  • Multilingual audio guide app (English, German, French, Spanish, and Italian)
  • 2-hour Bosphorus & Golden Horn cruise

What's not included

  • Live tour guide
  • Skip-the-security-line access
  • Headscarf or body cover (available for purchase if needed)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Important information

  • Valid for one day and visit Hagia Sophia during opening hours.
  • Hagia Sophia is open daily from 9:00 AM–7:00 PM and Fridays from 2:00 PM–7:00 PM.
  • Bosphorus cruise departures are at 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM, with an additional 6:00 PM departure from April to October.
  • Your ticket includes access to the Visiting Area and Upper Gallery, not the ground-floor prayer area.
  • Modest clothing is required. Women must cover their hair and shoulders, while all visitors must have their knees covered.
  • Security screening is mandatory and may take up to 60 minutes during busy periods.

Description:

Experience Istanbul from two unforgettable perspectives. Step inside the magnificent Hagia Sophia with skip-the-ticket-line entry and discover its fascinating Byzantine and Ottoman history using the included audio guide. Later, board a relaxing 2-hour Bosphorus cruise to admire waterfront palaces, elegant mosques, historic bridges, and the city's famous skyline from the water. It's the perfect combination of culture, history, and scenic sightseeing.

Itinerary:

  • Skip the ticket line at Hagia Sophia and save valuable sightseeing time
  • Explore the iconic monument at your own pace with a multilingual audio guide
  • Admire magnificent domes, mosaics, and centuries of history
  • Enjoy a relaxing 2-hour Bosphorus and Golden Horn cruise
  • See Istanbul's palaces, mosques, bridges, and waterfront mansions from the water
  • Choose from multiple daily cruise departures to suit your itinerary

Location

  • Bosphorus Cruise: The meeting point for the cruise is just next to the entrance of the Topkapi Palace.
  • Hagia Sophia: Sultan Ahmet, Hagia Sophia Square No: 1, 34122 Fatih/Istanbul, Türkiye. Open in Google Maps

Cancellation Policy

Changes or cancellations are not possible after booking.

Meeting Point & Instructions

  • The pass is valid for 7 days from the first use.
  • Visit each attraction once.
  • Plan your visit according to the opening hours of each attraction.

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