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Historic Areas of Istanbul

Istanbul, TürkiyeWorld Heritage

Hagia Sophia — Historic Areas of Istanbul
Hagia Sophia — Historic Areas of Istanbul · Photo: Adli Wahid · CC BY-SA 3.0

Why it's famous

Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapı — 2,000+ years of Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman capitals. UNESCO 1985.

Don't miss
Hagia Sophia at opening, then Topkapı Harem, finish at Basilica Cistern.
Tip
Hagia Sophia upper gallery now needs a separate paid ticket (€25).
Address
Sultanahmet Square, Fatih, Istanbul, TurkeyOpen in Maps
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Source: UNESCO World Heritage List. The selection is by the TripWalkers team; UNESCO does not rank its sites. Opening hours and prices can change; check before you go.