Combos

Combo (Save 5%): Istanbul Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Hagia Sophia Skip-The-Line Tickets

Explore Istanbul at your leisure with a 1-day hop-on hop-off tour, then enjoy a visit to the Hagia Sophia, all bundled in this budget-friendly combo.

4.4/5(4,550)

Ornella P

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

Great purchasing experience on the website, intuitive platform, secure payment. The only downside was the delay in receiving the tickets by email, which arrived later than expected. Apart from this hiccup, the service is recommended.

Fıtnat E

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Since I bought my ticket through Headout, I didn’t have to wait in line in the heat; I headed straight to the entrance and got in with ease. However, I forgot to bring my headphones. That said, there were plenty of guides on hand to help, so I didn’t really miss having the headset. Since I knew that Hagia Sophia is now a mosque where people pray, I’d brought a scarf with me—it came in very handy. I also didn’t wear shorts or sleeveless tops, so I didn’t have to use the cover-ups they provide.

Sabina M

Group

Verified booking

Jul 2026

Had an excellent experience . The staff was very helpful. My husband went inside but had to return back outside so he couldn't come back and didn't have a chance to see it but ultimately spoke with the manager and time was so limited and he let the whole family go in again . I can't remember his name but was a awesome person .

Kollath P

Couple

Verified booking

Jul 2026

Quick and easy to get inside. Unfortunately the Hagia Sofia under reconstruction when we are there. Thats why we cant see the whole outside miracle of the building. But inside was amazing!

Elie S

Group

Verified booking

Jul 2026

Walking into the 1st floor of the Church was quite emotional! Thinking of the ancestors who climbed up to participate in liturgy was breathtaking. The question remains: when would we celebrate mass again?

Roxana F

Group

Verified booking

Jun 2026

It was very easy to find the meeting point, and the guide gave a clear and entertaining explanation, even using pictures to help. 100% recommended

Take a 1-day hop-on hop-off bus tour in Istanbul, boarding from 11 stops every 30 minutes to explore landmarks like Sultanahmet Square and Taksim Square.

Catch panoramic views of Bosphorus Strait lined with minarets from the open-top deck, with 8-language audio guides making the city’s sights come alive.

Hop off a bus and skip the queues to Hagia Sophia, and marvel at its grand dome and intricate Islamic calligraphy.

Hagia Sophia is a true work of art with its tall minarets, marble pillars, and dazzling gold mosaics that fuse Byzantine and Ottoman styles.

Fun fact: Hagia Sophia has served as a church, a mosque, and now a museum, showcasing Istanbul's rich and diverse religious history.

Istanbul HOHO

1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass

Audio guide in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Arabic, Russian & Turkish

Free earphones

Hagia Sophia

Skip-the-line entry to Hagia Sophia (Close to stop #1 Sultanahmet)

Access to the visitor's area

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Fıtnat E
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Since I bought my ticket through Headout, I didn’t have to wait in line in the heat; I headed straight to the entrance and got in with ease. However, I forgot to bring my headphones. That said, there were plenty of guides on hand to help, so I didn’t really miss having the headset. Since I knew that Hagia Sophia is now a mosque where people pray, I’d brought a scarf with me—it came in very handy. I also didn’t wear shorts or sleeveless tops, so I didn’t have to use the cover-ups they provide.
Ornella P
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
Great purchasing experience on the website, intuitive platform, secure payment. The only downside was the delay in receiving the tickets by email, which arrived later than expected. Apart from this hiccup, the service is recommended.
Alfredo E
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Consistency and quality of visits. Overall, they are an effective platform.
Atsuko O
Couple
Verified booking
2 days ago
besutiful frescoes on wall if Christian themes and Muslim conversion
Sonia C
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Everything's fine, skip the line, okay!….............

Discover 2 of Istanbul's most iconic landmarks with this combo deal. Board from any of the stops and enjoy a hop-on-hop-off bus tour, then skip the line at the Hagia Sophia to witness its Byzantine and Ottoman architecture.

Istanbul HOHO

Kick off your Istanbul journey on a double-decker bus, soaking up panoramic city views with this hop-on hop-off tour. This flexible tour features audio commentary in 8 languages, diving into the rich tapestry of Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman histories of this bi-continental city.

Schedule

First Bus: 10am from Taksim Sqaure/Sultanahmet

Last Bus: 4:45pm from Taksim Sqaure/Sultanahmet

Frequency: every 45 minutes

Popular stops: Taksim Square, Beylerbeyi Palace, Spice Bazaar & Dolmabahce Palace

Click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Hagia Sophia

Skip the ticket lines and dive straight into Hagia Sophia’s wonder with this combo. Located very close to stop #1 Sultanahmet, Hagia Sophia was once a church, a majestic mosque, and now a captivating museum, displaying the architectural grandeur of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires. Inside, marvel at the massive imperial dome that seems to float above, admire intricate Byzantine mosaics depicting saints and emperors, and explore the elegant Islamic calligraphy that adorns the walls. Your ticket also grants access to the 2nd-floor Visitors' Center, where you can soak in the mosaic art and sweeping views of the opulent interior, each corner brimming with centuries of history.

Know before you go

What's not allowed

Hagia Sophia

The prayer area on the first floor can only be entered by Turkish citizens.

Women should not wear knee-length shorts, skirts, or clothing with exposed shoulders or chests. Hair should be partially covered with a scarf.

Men should not wear knee-length shorts or clothing with exposed shoulders.

Accessibility

Hagia Sophia

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

Istanbul HOHO

The routes, stops and departure times may change temporarily under uncontrollable circumstances.

During peak hours, seating cannot be guaranteed on both decks.

Hagia Sophia

Appropriate and respectful clothing is mandatory while visiting the Hagia Sophia.

Clothes and scarves are available for purchase at the entrance of the attraction.

Hagia Sophia is under renovation, therefore, not all parts of the building are open to the public.

Due to the Friday prayer, the Mosque will be closed to tourists from 12:30pm to 2:30pm. For a smoother experience, it's recommend visiting after 4pm to avoid the lengthy security line anticipated between 2pm and 4pm.

Specific details related to Hagia Sophia will be shared in the ticket post-booking.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.

Ticket redemption points

Istanbul Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Board your bus at BUSFORUS ISTANBUL (HOP ON HOP OFF TOURS).

Address: Sultanahmet Meydanı, 34149 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye.

Landmark: Between Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, next to the main road.

Get directions to the boarding point

Hagia Sophia

Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.