Skip-the-Line Entrance to Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern

Know in advance:

• You can visit the locations any time you want during the opening hours on the day of the booking
• After booking, you'll receive your entry ticket QR ticket via a separate e-mail from the local operator
• The QR ticket will only be visible when in proximity to the venue
• You'll need an internet connection on your smartphone to retrieve your QR ticket
• Children will be asked to present their valid passports at the entrance of the museums in order to validate their age
• All visitors must go through the security check at the entrances
• To enter the Topkapi Palace, you must take part in the guided tour operated as Hosted Entry. Reservations are not required. The guide will provide a 20-minute introduction and then accompany you inside the palace. Once inside, you can explore the palace on your own until 5:00pm. Topkapi Palace tours take place daily (except Tuesday) at 09:30am, 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:30pm, and 3:30pm
• The Hagia Sophia Museum entrance ticket only gives access to the 2nd-floor visitor areas, but not to the Mosque's prayer areas
• Kindly note that due to the limited capacity of the location, you might wait in queue to enter even with the skip-the-line ticket
• In Hagia Sofia, remember to wear modest clothing (arms and legs covered). Women are required to cover their hair with a scarf. If you forget to bring your own scarf, you can buy one before you enter
• The mosque is only open for half a day on the first day of Ramadan and the Sacrifice Festivals
• Some sections may be temporarily closed for maintenance. For the updated opening hours and temporary closures, visit the locations' websites