Topkapi Palace & Hagia Sophia Combo Tickets with Audio Guide

4.7 (2391)

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.

What’s Included

  • Skip the ticket line entry to Hagia Sophia (Self Entry with QR Code).
  • Skip the ticket line entry to Topkapi Palace — accompanied by a host.
  • Audio guide for Topkapi Palace in 13 languages (English, German, Spanish, French, Croatian, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic, Romanian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese.)
  • Audio guide for Basilica Cistern in 10 languages (English, German, Spanish, French, Croatian, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic, Romanian.)

What’s Excluded

  • Live guidance.
  • Headphones or earphones.
  • 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.

View Hagia Sophia on Google Maps

Topkapi Palace — Assisted Entry (Meet Your 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 to meeting point 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 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM

View Chimney Bistro / Meeting Point on Google Maps

Know Before You Go

  • The combo ticket is valid for 3 consecutive days starting from the booked date.
  • Hagia Sophia is closed to visits 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 allowed once you leave the sites.

Important Notes

  • Hagia Sophia is a functioning mosque — modest dress is required. (Shoulders and knees covered, headscarves for women).
  • Cancellations are accepted up to 24 hours before your booked time. Tickets are non-refundable within the last 24 hours.
  • Audio guide requires a working internet connection. Internet is limited in Topkapi Palace. It can be downloaded in advance to use it offline.

Perfect for first-time visitors and culture enthusiasts, the Hagia Sophia & Topkapi Palace combo ticket offers a seamless way to experience Istanbul’s most treasured landmarks. Combine convenience with historical depth through audio guides and host assistance for an unforgettable visit.

The Hagia Sophia is free for children aged 0-7, and you do not need to purchase a ticket. To receive a free ticket, you must present the child's passport to the authorized staff at the entrance. If the child's passport is not presented, a standard admission ticket must be purchased.

The Topkapi Palace is free for children aged 0-5, and you do not need to purchase a ticket. To receive a free ticket, you must present the child's passport to the authorized staff at the entrance. If the child's passport is not presented, a standard admission ticket must be purchased.

Smooth way to see both landmarks

As a first-time visitor, I liked how the combo ticket split the day into two easy visits. The QR entry at Hagia Sophia was quick, and the host for Topkapi Palace was helpful. The audio guide was useful, though I wished the internet signal were better there.

Smooth visit to two landmarks

QR entry worked smoothly, and the host guided us quickly.

Smooth combo visit

Skipping lines helped, though security still took some time overall.

Visita comoda a Istanbul

Ingresso rapido, audio chiaro, pratico.

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