Istanbul Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern with Tickets

4.4
(7 reviews)

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the rich history of Istanbul with a 3-hour guided tour visiting the iconic Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Basilica Cistern. Benefit from pre-reserved admission tickets that allow for seamless entry, avoiding long waits.

This small-group experience, limited to a personal setting, makes for a more engaging exploration of Ottoman and Byzantine heritage.

- Visit iconic landmarks: Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Basilica Cistern.
- Enjoy expert guidance in a small-group setting for a more personalized experience.
- Pre-reserved tickets ensure effortless entry to each site.
- Discover fascinating histories and architectural wonders of Istanbul's past.

What's Included

Small-group tour for a more personal experience
Professional licensed tour guide
Pre-reserved tickets for Basilica Cistern
Headsets to hear the guide better
Guided visits to Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Basilica Cistern
Pre-reserved tickets for the Hagia Sophia
Transportation to the meeting spot

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Ersoy Bufe

We meet at Ersoy Bufe. This is a small food kiosk located just beside the Hippodrome in Sultanahmet Square. It is across the German Fountain. Your guide will be in front of the Ersoy Bufe with a sign that says, “Walks in Europe.”

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Blue Mosque

    Discover the Blue Mosque, one of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks. Admire its elegant domes, hand-painted İznik blue tiles, and peaceful courtyard. Your expert guide shares the story of Sultan Ahmet I and the mosque’s place in Ottoman history while you explore its impressive interior.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

    Explore the majestic Hagia Sophia with pre-reserved tickets and uncover centuries of religious and architectural history. Take in the massive dome and the blend of Byzantine mosaics with Ottoman details. See famous artworks like the Deesis Mosaic, the Imperial Gate, and the Virgin Mary with Child as your guide brings their stories to life.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Basilica Cistern

    Descend into the Basilica Cistern, one of Istanbul’s most atmospheric underground sites. Built in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian, it features a forest of marble columns and the mysterious Medusa heads. Enjoy the cool, quiet surroundings as your guide explains the cistern’s role in the city’s past.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Hippodrome

    Walk through the ancient Hippodrome, once the center of Byzantine civic life. Learn the history behind key monuments like the Serpent Column, the Obelisk of Theodosius, and the German Fountain—gifted by Kaiser Wilhelm II as a symbol of Ottoman–German friendship.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • 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.
  • Clients must arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour. This is due to the timed entry of the tickets.
  • Please be advised that it is not possible to join the tour after it has commenced.
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