Fast-Track Museum Tour Details
- Blue Mosque: Visit the stunning Blue Mosque, famous for its beautiful Iznik tiles and rich history, with insights into Istanbul’s Byzantine and Ottoman past.
- Basilica Cistern: Skip the lines and explore the underground Basilica Cistern, known for its unique design and Medusa heads.
- Old City Tour: Discover Istanbul’s Old City, including the Million Stone, the start of the Byzantine Empire, and the ancient Hippodrome.
- Hagia Sophia: Admire the exterior of Hagia Sophia, then explore the interior at your own pace with skip-the-line tickets and an audio guide.
Essential Travel Tips: Information for Your Trip
- Language: The tour is conducted in English.
- Audio Guide: Available in English, German, Italian, French, and Spanish.
- Duration: 4 hours.
- Blue Mosque: No admission lines. Security check may take 30 minutes in mid-season and up to 60 minutes in high season.
- Hagia Sophia: Skip ticket lines, but security may take 30 minutes in mid-season and up to 60 minutes in high season. The visiting area and Upper Gallery are accessible, but not the prayer area (only Turkish citizens can enter the prayer area).
While waiting, your guide will share fascinating stories about Istanbul. - Dress Code: Men and women must cover their knees. Body covers are available for purchase if needed.
What’s Included
- Guided tour with a professional English-speaking guide
- Entry to the Blue Mosque with audio guide
- Fast-track entry to Hagia Sophia with audio guide
- Fast-track entry to the Basilica Cistern with audio guide
- Walking tour of Istanbul’s Old City highlights
- Complimentary coffee (afternoon session only)
What’s Not Included
- Fast-track ticket for the Blue Mosque.
- Scarves and body covers for Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia entry.
- Lunch and drinks (Morning session).
Tour Days and Times
- Monday: 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM
- Friday: 1:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM
Meeting Location
- Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum, At Meydanı Cd 12, İstanbul, 34122. Open in Google Maps.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
- This tour is non-refundable and cannot be canceled or rescheduled.