What To Bring: Scarf
What To Bring: Headscarf
Not Allowed: Shorts
Not Allowed: Short skirts
Not Allowed: Sleeveless shirts
Know Before You Go: Non-English-speaking visitors may receive their tickets separately and use an audio guide in their preferred language instead of joining the English-guided tour
Know Before You Go: Your ticket includes skip-the-ticket-line access to Hagia Sophia and the Basilica Cistern, but security checks cannot be skipped. Waiting times may reach 60 minutes at Hagia Sophia and 30 minutes at the Basilica Cistern during busy periods
Know Before You Go: Hagia Sophia admission includes the Visitor Area and Upper Gallery only. Access to the prayer area is not included
Know Before You Go: Visitors must dress modestly. Knees should be covered. Body covers are available for purchase if needed
Know Before You Go: Friday tours: The Blue Mosque opens to visitors after 2:00 PM due to Friday prayers. Guests on the 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM tours will visit Hagia Sophia and the Basilica Cistern first, with free time before entering the Blue Mosque
Know Before You Go: Not wheelchair or stroller accessible
Know Before You Go: Restoration work may be taking place inside or outside Hagia Sophia