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Skip the Line Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace Tour with Tickets

Istanbul, Turkey
  • 5 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Hagia Sophia Entry Ticket- If Option Selected
    • Topkapi Palace Entry Ticket- If Option Selected
    • Licensed English-Speaking Guide
    • Skip-the-Line Priority Access
    • Small-Group Experience (Max 20 Travelers)
    • Walking Tour in the Old City
    • Cultural Insight: History of Ottoman Ceramics & Iznik Tiles
    • Lunch
    • Any Transportations- We meet at the meeting area

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Fountain of Sultan Ahmed III
      Sultan Ahmet Sultanahmet Meydanı Topkapı Sarayı, Cankurtaran, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

      The Ahmet III Fountain is located directly in front of the Topkapi Palace entrance. It is also right next to the Hagia Sophia museum entrance and ticket offices. Experience the very best of Istanbul’s heritage with this exclusive private tour designed especially for travelers!

    End point

    • Tree of Life Ceramics & Gift Shop
      Cankurtaran, Dalbastı Sk. No: 13/A, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

      Inside Topkapi Palace, your guide will also highlight the famous Iznik tiles that decorate the Harem and Imperial Council chambers—masterpieces known worldwide for their vibrant blues and unique craftsmanship. Our guided tour ends here. For those who would like to continue exploring Ottoman culture

    Itinerary

    1

    TopkapI Palace

    2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    2

    Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    3

    Tree Of Life Ceramics & Gift Shop

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour is ideal for families, couples, solo travelers, and history lovers looking for an elevated cultural experience in Turkey’s most historic neighborhood.
    • Best Istanbul tours USA
    • Istanbul cultural tour
    • Old City guided tour
    • Istanbul history tour
    • Istanbul skip-the-line
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 1 review
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Fabulous small group tour

    Joseph_M, Apr 2026
    Small group means you can get really into detail. We were just 2. So we got a lot of attention. Our guide Emre was extremely knowledgeable and very personable. He was very patient and answered everything. His english is excellent.
    Member Pricing
    From

    $35.13

    per person
    Was $36.98(-5%)

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

    Book ahead!
    On average, this is booked 16 days in advance.

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