Discover the heart of Istanbul’s history with a single, convenient Hagia Sophia & Topkapi Palace combo ticket. Step inside the awe-inspiring Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine and Ottoman architecture, and explore the lavish Topkapi Palace. Benefit from skip-the-ticket-line access (mandatory security checks still apply), on-site host assistance for Topkapi Palace, and an optional audio guide to immerse yourself in the fascinating stories behind these iconic landmarks.

Included

✓ Skip the ticket line entry to Topkapi Palace
✓ Skip the ticket line entry to Hagia Sophia Mosque (upper gallery & visiting area)
✓ Audio guide in 13 languages for both sites (English, German, Spanish, French, Croatian, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic, Romanian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese.)

Excluded

✗ Live Guidance
✗ Harem section in Topkapi Palace.

Locations & Meeting Points

Hagia Sophia — Self Entry

Hagia Sophia is located in Istanbul’s Sultanahmet Square, just steps away from the city’s other major monuments. Simple show your QR code and enter.

View Hagia Sophia on Google Maps

Topkapi Palace — Assisted Entry with Host

The Topkapi Palace meeting point is at Chimney Bistro. Look for the red City Windows kiosk inside Chimney Bistro and meet your host there. The host will accompany you to the palace entrance. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your booked time slot and remain with your host until entry is complete.

Assisted entries are scheduled in daily except Tuesdays. Select the time slot that works best for your itinerary.
Available Times: 09:30, 09:45, 10:00, 10:15, 10:30, 10:45, 11:00, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:15, 12:30, 12:45, 13:00, 13:15, 13:30, 13:45, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00

View Chimney Bistro / Meeting Point on Google Maps

Know Before You Go

• Hagia Sophia is closed on Fridays between 12:00 - 14:30 due to prayer.
• Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays.
• Last assisted entry to Topkapi Palace with host is at 16:00 (4:00 PM)
• Re-entry is not permitted once you leave the sites.
• Audio guide requires a working internet connection. Internet is limited in both museums. It can be downloaded in advance to use it offline.

Important Notes

• The tickets are valid for 3 consecutive days.
• Hagia Sophia is a functioning mosque — modest dress is required (shoulders and knees covered, headscarves for women).
• Baby strollers of any kind, animals, and cutting, stabbing, pushing, or weapon-like items are strictly prohibited inside the museum.
• Cancellations are accepted up to 24 hours before your booked time. Tickets are non-refundable within the last 24 hours.
• Hagia Sophia is under partial renovation. Visits are allowed.