Hagia Sophia: Outer Visit Guided Tour

Name: Hagia Sophia: Outer Visit Guided Tour
Start: 2026-01-21T09:00:00+0300
End: 2026-01-21T17:00:00+0300
Location: Hagia Sophia

Experience the allure of the Hagia Sophia Mosque, a timeless masterpiece in the heart of Istanbul!

Hagia Sophia

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Hagia Sophia

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Step into history with the Hagia Sophia Outer Tour! It's an iconic landmark that serves as a symbol of unity and heritage. On this tour, you'll explore the outside of Hagia Sophia, marvel at its grandeur, and learn about its rich legacy.

Built in just 5 years, it served as the headquarters of Orthodox Christendom and the first mosque in Istanbul. Imagine standing where Roman Emperors were crowned and where the Sultan met his people. Witness depictions of two religions side by side and admire the world's largest dome for 800 years.

The iconic Hagia Sophia, is a symbol of cultural fusion and religious significance, tracing its 1500-year history as a temple for two religions, the coronation site for Roman Emperors, and the meeting place of Sultans and their people.
Benefit from the insights of professional local guides who provide comprehensive knowledge about the Hagia Sophia's historical significance, architectural marvels, and cultural heritage before you even step in.
Explore Istanbul's past and present as you witness the Hagia Sophia's transformation symbolizing the city's enduring spirit of resilience, diversity, and unity.

Guided Tour in front of the Hagia Sophia Mosque

Hagia Sophia Entry Ticket (25 € per ticket at the enterence)
Pickups from Hotels

Hagia Sophia Guided Tour will be in English.
Hagia Sophia is closed between 12:00 - 14:30 on Fridays due to Friday prayer.
Ladies need to cover their hair and wear long skirts or loose trousers.
Gentlemen cannot wear shorts higher than knee level.
Hagia Sophia Mosque tour has been operating from outside since January 15th due to new regulations applied. Guided entries will not be allowed to avoid noise inside.
Foreign visitors will be able to enter from a side entrance by paying the entrance fee, which is 25 Euros per person.
The entrance fee is not included in the E-pass.

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

It is located in the heart of the old city, easily accessible by public transportation.

From hotels in the old city: Take the T1 tram to Sultanahmet tram station. It's a 5-minute walk from there.
From hotels in Taksim: Take the F1 funicular from Taksim Square to Kabatas, then transfer to the T1 tram to Sultanahmet tram station. It's a 2-3 minute walk from the tram station.
From hotels in Sultanahmet: Most hotels in the area are within walking distance.

Hagia Sophia

Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya Meydanı No:1, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

Child (6-11)

from 9 EUR

Adult (12+)

from 11.25 EUR

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5.0

Excellent

As a visitor, seeing Hagia Sophia in person was inspiring. The stories about Roman emperors and sultans added depth

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Excellent

This tour of Hagia Sophia’s exterior was incredible. Standing outside the world’s largest dome for 800 years felt awe-inspiring. The guide shared stories of both Orthodox Christendom and Islamic history. Every detail of the architecture was explained beautifully. It gave a real sense of the building’s historical significance

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Very good

I enjoyed learning about its dual religious history. The exterior details are magnificent

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Excellent

I joined this Hagia Sophia tour as a solo traveler. The exterior is simply breathtaking, and the guide provided detailed explanations of its history. Hearing about the Roman emperors and sultans added perspective. The stories of the building’s religious significance were fascinating. This tour gave me a deep appreciation for Istanbul’s heritage

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