Hagia Sophia: Entry with Guided Tour
ID: GYG192699-298845
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
Enter the magnificent Hagia Sophia, which is the world’s largest place of worship, built by Emperor Justinian in 532 AD. Enjoy a guided tour inside and see the tallest dome of the largest Christian church in the world.
Meet with your professional local guide in front of Hagia Sophia. Hear a short history of the Old City then start the Hagia Sophia Tour.
Your guide will explain the mystery of the magnificent Hagia Sophia. Hagia Sophia is a great architectural beauty and an important monument both for the Byzantine and the Ottoman Empires. Once a church, later a mosque, and now a museum at the Turkish Republic, Hagia Sophia has always been a precious building.
Highlights
- Enjoy a tour with a local guide
- See the great architecture of the Hagia Sophia
- Learn why it has always been an important monument
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please note, this attraction cannot be directly accessed by presenting the GetYourGuide voucher. You must attend the guided tour.
• All children will be asked to present their valid passport at the entrance of the museums in order to validate their age.
• Due to COVID-19 measures, the visit duration and time can vary depending on the cleaning and disinfectant schedules of the authorities
• Remember to wear modest clothing (arms and legs covered). Women must cover their hair with a scarf. If you forget to bring your own scarf, you can buy one before you enter
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Sultanahmet BigBus stop in front of the Hagia Sophia.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
