Combo: Blue Mosque + Hagia Sophia Guided Tour with Entry Tickets


Discover two of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks with this convenient Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque combo tour. Enjoy guided visits, entry tickets, multilingual audio guide options, and fascinating insights into Byzantine and Ottoman history while exploring the heart of Sultanahmet.


  • Handpicked ticket
  • Mobile ticket
  • Audio guide
  • Free cancellation

What's included

  • Hagia Sophia skip-the-line tickets
  • Skip-the-line entry to the Blue Mosque
  • 1–1.5-hour guided tour of Hagia Sophia (depending on selected option)
  • 1–1.5-hour guided tour of the Blue Mosque (depending on selected option)
  • Licensed English-speaking guide (depending on selected option)
  • German small-group guided tour option
  • Multilingual audio guide in multiple languages (depending on selected option)
  • Entry to Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace (depending on selected option)

What's not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Souvenir photos
  • Live guide for self-guided audio tour option

Important information

  • Modest clothing is required for both mosques. Shoulders and knees must be covered.
  • Women should bring a scarf or head covering. Scarves can also be purchased on-site.
  • Large bags and bulky backpacks are not permitted inside the attractions.
  • Security checks are mandatory and may involve waiting times during busy hours.
  • Hagia Sophia is temporarily closed on Fridays from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm for prayers.
  • Bring your own headphones if using the audio guide option.
  • Blue Mosque visiting times are available until 11:00 am and again after 2:00 pm. On Fridays, entry is only permitted after 2:00 pm.

Description:

Experience the rich cultural heritage of Istanbul with this combo Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque tour. Step inside two of the city’s most celebrated landmarks and discover centuries of Byzantine and Ottoman history with the help of expert guides or multilingual audio commentary

Admire Hagia Sophia’s magnificent dome, ancient mosaics, and Islamic calligraphy before exploring the Blue Mosque’s breathtaking İznik tiles and elegant courtyards. Depending on your selected option, you can also continue your journey through Istanbul’s Old City with access to the Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace for an even deeper historical experience.

Itinerary:

Start Point: Cankurtaran, No:5 Kabasakal Caddesi, Istanbul

  1. Blue Mosque – 60 min: Visit the famous Blue Mosque and admire its six minarets, soaring central dome, colorful stained-glass windows, and more than 20,000 handmade blue İznik tiles decorating the interior.

  2. Istanbul Old Town – 30 min: Walk through Istanbul’s historic Sultanahmet district and discover Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman landmarks, lively courtyards, historic fountains, and traditional tea gardens.

  3. Hagia Sophia – 90 min: Explore the world-famous Hagia Sophia and admire its enormous dome, Byzantine mosaics, Ottoman calligraphy, marble doors, and centuries of fascinating imperial history inside one of Istanbul’s most iconic monuments.

  4. Basilica Cistern – 30 min (optional): Descend beneath Istanbul into the atmospheric Basilica Cistern, where ancient marble columns rise from the water and mysterious Medusa head carvings create one of the city’s most unforgettable underground settings.

Highlights:

  • Explore Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque with one convenient combo ticket
  • Discover Hagia Sophia’s impressive dome, mosaics, and layered religious history
  • Admire the Blue Mosque’s six minarets and over 20,000 handmade İznik tiles
  • Learn fascinating stories about Byzantine and Ottoman Istanbul from expert guides
  • Explore at your own pace with optional multilingual audio guides
  • Upgrade your experience with Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace entry options
  • Walk through the historic Sultanahmet District between iconic attractions

Blue Mosque

Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd No:10, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund.

Meeting point & Instructions

Your voucher will be emailed shortly after booking confirmation. Please display your mobile voucher together with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

The exact meeting point details and final instructions will be provided on your voucher. Travelers are advised to arrive at least 15 minutes before the selected starting time to ensure a smooth check-in process.

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