Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Small-Group Tour
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Overview
Join a small-group walking tour of the two most famous monuments in Istanbul: the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia. Benefit from pre-reserved tickets for the Hagia Sophia Option to meet your guide in Galata port if you are on a cruise ship Enjoy a scenic stroll around Sultanahmet and witness the local life with a professional guide. Experience the splendor and charm of Islamic architecture in the Blue Mosque. Discover the history and culture of the Ottoman and Byzantine Empires.
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GET TICKETSTicket Options (5) Options Available
Option(s)
Larger Group up to 24 People
Shared group: Choose this option for an affordable price, offering a larger group capacity of up to 24 people.Meeting point is Sultanahmet : You will meet your guide at Ersoy Bufe kiosk in Sultanahmet Square (Old Town)Language of the tour: EnglishStarting point:Ersoy Bufe, Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd No:40, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Starting from
$46.06
Option(s)
German Tour from Sultanahmet
Meeting point is Sultanahmet: Choose this option to meet your guide at Ersoy Bufe kiosk in Sultanahmet Square (Old Town)Small group tourLanguage of the tour: GermanStarting point:Ersoy Bufe, Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd No:40, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
English Tour from Sultanahmet
Meeting point is Sultanahmet: Choose this option to meet your guide at Ersoy Bufe kiosk in Sultanahmet Square (Old Town)Small group tourLanguage of the tour: EnglishStarting point:Ersoy Bufe, Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd No:40, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
German Tour from Galataport
Meeting point at Galataport: Choose this option if you are on a cruise ship and will meet your guide at Galataport Clock Tower SquareSmall group tourLanguage of the tour: GermanStarting point:Galataport Clock Tower Square, Kılıçali Paşa, Gümrük Muhafaza Kısım Amirliği No:5, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
English Tour from Galataport
Meeting point is Galataport: If you are on a cruise ship, choose this option to meet your guide at Galataport Clock Tower SquareSmall group tourLanguage of the tour: EnglishStarting point:Galataport Clock Tower Square, Kılıçali Paşa, Gümrük Muhafaza Kısım Amirliği No:5, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
Starting from
$86.22
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- 2.5 hours walking tour at a relaxed pace
- Starting from Galata Port (If this option is selected)
- Small group tour for a more interactive experience
- Expert guide for insider's knowledge of the city
- Pre-reserved tickets for the Hagia Sophia
- Guided tour for the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia
What's not Included
- Transport to the meeting spot
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia are functioning mosques and they can be closed to visitors for any reason, even without pre-notice (for a high-level state visit, for example)
- Nobody can skip the line at either of the mosques although our guides make it easier and more efficient because they do it every day.
- Istanbul has notoriously bad traffic. Give more time to get to the meeting spot than you may have planned
- Tickets are timed and expire within 5 to 10 minutes.
- Please be advised that it is not possible to join the tour after it has commenced.
- Please note that women should be required to wear a headscarf when entering the mosque.
- Please note that both men and women should wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees. Shorts, sleeveless tops, and other revealing attire are not permitted inside.
- You are not allowed to bring signs, symbols, banners, flags, documents, drawings, or any materials representing political, ideological, or religious beliefs inside the Hagia Sophia.
- Please note that the 'Starting from Galata Port' option is available only for cruise guests.
- Please note that skip-the-line access is available for adults only. Children under the age of 7 do not benefit from this access.
- Please note that children under 7 are not permitted on this tour.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
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