Istanbul: Hagia Sophia Entry Ticket with Digital Audio Guide
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Hagia Sophia captivates with its stunning architecture, rich history, and breathtaking mosaics. This marvel offers a glimpse into the confluence of Christian and Islamic civilizations. It’s an immersive journey through the ages, featuring a majestic dome, intricate mosaics, and calligraphic panels. Walk the same floors as emperors and sultans, surrounded by centuries-old art and architecture. Discover its enduring beauty and Istanbul’s cultural heritage with an informative digital audio guide for a memorable visit.
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Available in Hindi, German, Russian, Portuguese, Korean, Mandarin Chinese, English, Italian, French, Spanish, Arabic, Japanese, Turkish, DutchImportant information
Wheelchair accessible. Public transportation options are available nearby. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. This is not a guided tour. You will enter to the attraction on your own.. The audioguide is a digital product that you can download to your phone using the instructions provided in your voucher. Additional details about the app, including access and usage guidelines, will also be sent to you in an information e-mail one day before your tour. To ensure the best experience, we recommend downloading the app in advance and bringing your personal earphones for clear and comfortable listening during your tour.. Hagia Sophia is open from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Children under 7 years must be accompanied by an adult with a valid passport or ID card. The ramps and stairs in this area are not accessible for individuals with disabilities or those who have difficulty walking. Please use the "Turkish Citizen Entrance" instead. As Hagia Sophia serves as a sacred site for worship, visitors are kindly asked not to take photographs of or stare at Muslims who are praying or performing namaz. During peak seasons, expect lines at security checkpoints. Please note that your ticket does not provide priority access. In the busiest periods, entry may take longer than usual. This ticket grants entry to the viewing area and upper gallery, but does not include access to the prayer area downstairs.. Foreign tourists can now enter Hagia Sophia through the newly opened tourist entrance located near Topkapi Palace. From there, they will have direct access to the upper floor galleries via a gentle ramp.. History & Experience Museum entry will not be available with this ticket.. Women are required to cover their heads and shoulders, both men and women must cover their knees before entering the Hagia Sophia Mosque. Headscarves and body coverings can be obtained at the ticket booth for a nominal fee