Hagia Sophia Tours and Activities

Hagia Sophia which includes heritage elements and a fountain
Hagia Sophia which includes heritage elements and a fountain
Hagia Sophia which includes heritage architecture and wildflowers
Hagia Sophia showing wildflowers and a park
Hagia Sophia

Once a church, then a Byzantine cathedral, later a mosque and now a monument, this iconic building is a national treasure.

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Hotel Gritti Pera

Hotel Gritti Pera

3 out of 5
Istanbul City Center
Price was CA $2,926, price is now CA $1,655 per person
CA $1,655
per person
May 12 - May 18
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Montreal (YUL) to Istanbul (IST)
7.8/10 Good! (78 reviews)
Great location. Murad is a great lad, he allowed us to check in early and helped us find a taxi for our transfer. I’d suggest Gritti Pera to work on their breakfast.

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2021

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

4 out of 5
Sultanahmet
Price was CA $3,920, price is now CA $1,751 per person
CA $1,751
per person
Apr 4 - Apr 10
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YTO) to Istanbul (IST)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (605 reviews)
Carina Gold was a pleasure to stay in. Excellent location short walk to Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern Museum. Hotel staff friendly and very helpful giving informative information about areas and providing activities if required. Room clean and spacious would highly recommend the hotel and staff for anyone wishing to visit Istanbul.

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Rast Hotel Sultanahmet

Rast Hotel Sultanahmet

3 out of 5
Sultanahmet
Price was CA $3,746, price is now CA $2,304 per person
CA $2,304
per person
May 12 - May 18
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Montreal (YUL) to Istanbul (IST)
8.6/10 Excellent! (769 reviews)
Clean room, awesome breakfast!!!

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Tours & day trips

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Bosphorus Explorer: 3-Hour Cruise with Asian Side Visit

Bosphorus Explorer: 3-Hour Cruise with Asian Side Visit

Activity duration is 4 hours
8.2 out of 10 with 155 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $16 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour

Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour

Activity duration is 21 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1448 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $273 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 245 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $39 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Pool in Taksim

Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Pool in Taksim

Activity duration is 50 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 53 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $73 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Daily Trip to Pamukkale National Park, Hierapolis Ancient City Including Lu...

Daily Trip to Pamukkale National Park, Hierapolis Ancient City Including Lu...

Activity duration is 16 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $322 per adult*
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Reviews of Hagia Sophia

4.7
Top destination
5 - Excellent
185
5 - Excellent 74%
4 - Good
54
4 - Good 22%
3 - Okay
10
3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
0
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
1
1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A guide helps enjoy it.

5/5 - Excellent

Brian

Go early to avoid crowds, bring binoculars

5/5 - Excellent

Rusd

go early. Huge line ups

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HWH4XR ISTANBUL, TURKEY - SEPTEMBER 27: Hagia Irene church, Aya Irini in the park of Topkapi Palace on September 27th, 2013 Istanbul, Turkey.

Hagia Irene

You can study the exhibits at Hagia Irene, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Istanbul. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene and shops.

Hagia Irene
Basilica Cistern featuring religious aspects, interior views and a church or cathedral

Basilica Cistern

The “Sunken Palace” is one of the most striking remnants of Byzantine Constantinople and is the largest of hundreds of ancient underground reservoirs in Istanbul.

Basilica Cistern
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German Fountain

You can find out about the history of Istanbul when you stop by German Fountain. Stroll along the seaside or visit the stunning cathedral in the area.

German Fountain
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Istanbul Archaeology Museums

You can browse the exhibits at Istanbul Archaeology Museums, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Istanbul. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.

Istanbul Archaeology Museums

Aya Sofya Tombs

You can learn about the history of Istanbul when you stop by Aya Sofya Tombs. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene.

Aya Sofya Tombs

Sultans Trail

You can take time to visit Sultans Trail during your travels to Istanbul. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene and stunning cathedral.

Sultans Trail

Best Lodging Options Near Hagia Sophia

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

4 out of 5
Dr. Imran Oktem Cad. No:1 Istanbul
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Piyer Loti Cad No:7 Istanbul Istanbul
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

Cankurtaran Mh. Istanbul Istanbul
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Sultanahmet Mahallesi Kadi Cikmazi Sok. Istanbul
Seven Hills Palace & Spa
Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel

Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel

4 out of 5
Ahirkapi Sok. No: 24 Istanbul Istanbul
Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel

Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel

Divanyolu Cd. Alemdar Mah. Istanbul Istanbul
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel
Recital Hotel

Recital Hotel

3 out of 5
Binbirdirek Mah., Piyerloti Caddesi 21 Istanbul
Recital Hotel
Senatus Hotel - Special Class

Senatus Hotel - Special Class

Akbiyik Caddesi No: 40 Istanbul Istanbul
Senatus Hotel - Special Class
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class

Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class

Sultanahmet mah. Torun Sokak, No:19 Istanbul Istanbul
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class
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