The visiting hours, entry fees of Hagia Sophia for 2023

Entrance Fee For Hagia Sophia Museum - Mosque / Hagia Sophia Ticket Price

As Hagia Sofia is converted into a mosque, there is no any entrance fee to the Hagia Sophia. You should check praying times to enter Hagia Sophia from 9 in the morning till praying time at noon will be ideal time to visit Hagia Sophia. ( Praying times are determined with the position of the sun because of that it is always 1 or 2 minutes different than the previous day )

Best Time To Visit Hagia Sophia

Hagia Sophia opens at 9 am in the morning, it is better to be there before 9 am as there will a big line to enter.

For the security reason; only 20-30 people are allowed and making a huge lines, now it is ideal to visit aroun 6 to 8 pm

Frequently Questions About Hagia Sophia

How much is the entrance fee to Hagia Sophia?

There is no entrance fee for Hagia Sophia as it is a mosque now.

Is Hagia Sophia closed on Mondays?

Hagia Sophia is open everyday as it serve as a mosque today.

How much time do you need for Hagia Sophia?

We recommended spending at least 30 min, if you are visiting yourself. Guided tours will take around 30 minutes

What do you wear to Hagia Sophia?

Hagia Sophia is a mosque so there is a dressing code. women need to cover their heads, shoulders, knees .. and oh, toes can show. Chest and legs should be covered. You can carry your own scarf to cover your head. They also sell scarf and dress inside.

What religion is the Hagia Sophia?

Hagia Sophia is constructed as a church by the Greeks in the 6th Century. After the Turks conquered Istanbul, they converted it into a mosque and in 1935 with the order of Ataturk, it is converted into a museum. In July 2020 Hagia Sophia has been a mosque again.