Absolutely overwhelming! FREE OF CHARGE.
For this thing I really appreciate turkish authorities! When I visited in August 2020 it was being partially restored from inside and the areas were closed to visitors. However, I could figure out by looking at the mosque that they really looked after for around 600 years that's why we still can visit. It is open to everyone no matter what religion you have you will not be turned out.
Popular place in istanbul between famous buildings as Aya sofia, blue mosque etc..
Very beautiful place! I would highly recommend anyone visiting turkey to come to Hagia Sophia
Beautiful mix of different cultures and time periods
Good museum just quite sad that they have quite some reservation or maintainance when i visit the place which make it less pretty.
Lovely place. Maintenance are being carried out at the moment in some part of it
Amazing place, just loved it. It might be a bit expensive the ticket price but at the end of the day is totally worth it.
Amazing mosque, worth visiting. I also recommend praying there or if non-Muslims to sit at the back and take it all in beautiful
Fantastic monument , a great place to sit back and people watch and maybe even paint ...
Epic historical dive! Look for the famous cat Gli, the pits in the marble by the main enterance from the thousands of soldiers who's been garding the gates for many centuries, and also the wishing tablet where you can put your thumb in the hole and twist your hand to make your wish.
Gorgeous, mixture of Church/Mosque with historical importance
The building itself it impressive and on it's own worth a visit. However, as a museum it disappoints.
although the building has a rich history spanning almost fifteen centuries, the museum consist of nothing more than a few scarce signs with minimal explanation. I also rented the audio tour, which offers a bit more information, but in all is still unsatisfactory.
Beautiful stunning Mosque! If you get a chance don't miss visiting it! Very impressive ornaments, decorations, lots of art wherever you look at!
So much beautiful they are no words to describe beautiful place one should see the architecture of this place
Beautiful. Peaceful place to worship. Felt blessed.
This building is stunning. Definitely symbol of Istanbul. Place that will take your breath away.
Really enjoyed this place. This is where they filmed the lady scene in Inferno
Under renovation so it was hard to appreciate the grandeur.
What a monument ! What a history ! Don't just see it from outside, go inside !
Besides that it is located face to the gigantic blue Mosque in one of the most beautiful squares in the world reuniting the two landmarks.
You should see it when you come to Turkey. Best wishes...
A must visit for first timers in Istanbul. I was in awe all the way from the outside to the inside of the building. Rich with textures and histories and you will just feel wow as you walk slowly and see the magnificent structure and the marble tiles everywhere. As a Muslim, it s very important to learn the history behind it so that we can learn and appreciate about all religions. It might take a while to queue, so try to be early if you want to visit this place. It s about 40 LT per person. There might be other people harassing you as you queue though, telling you that they can provide guided tour and you can cut the queue but that s entirely up to you. They looked a bit shady to me and I just ignore them. But bottom line, have to visit this place at least once in your life. Try to go on weekdays. Weekends is a killer but if you have no other choice, then come by really super early. You won t regret it. :)
Too bad I was not able to see it on the inside due to renovations, however it looked amazing and majestic. A very important piece of history
Wonderful place full of heritage and beauty that not find in any part of this world
You cannot visit istanbul without having a trip to Hagia Sophian
Beautiful, very nicely maintained, fascinating and really a symbol of Turkey. Audio guide is nice to have. Tickets at the kiosk will save quite some time.
Amazing on the outside and Ok on the inside. There are lots of renovations going on inside which takes away from the glory of the mosque. Still great to see!
Beautiful place. Worth seeing. Great colture heritrage.
This place is amazing in the world.You will discover the architecture in the past to demonstrate. The greatness and commitment to demonstrate power, and sat in the East faith.
What an amazing place. Worth every cent of the ticket entry
G is silent, called Haya Sofia. You are welcome One of the iconic and historic buildings of Istanbul. Right next to blue mosque and definitely a recommended one to see the history of Muslims and Christians aswell. Its a museum not a mosque which people often get miss guided. It has onetime 100 lira cost but you can get a pass which I guess gives you access upto 50 museums in Istanbul. If you have time to visit many museums than definitely take the pass costs 280 lira I believe.
One of the most beautiful places in the world. You have to visit this place and the whole area.
Outside it's very beautiful, but inside nothing important
No.....No.....No..... . 60TL is realy expensive. Only one Mosaic is available to face. It's an unbelievable fact to see when I compare with before and now....There were lots of things in 2nd. floor before.
Great building from the outside, but you need to pay for entrance ticket and to wait in the line
Absolutely stunning work of art. A masterpiece. Must see.
It's beautiful. You need 2-3 hours to enjoy the place
Spectacular, 6 star attraction. Close to the Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern, both 5 star attractions. Get a tour for the history etc...
It was so nice to be in such unique building ,the mosaics and the chandeliers are just amazing ,in my opinion it is the only Istanbul Museum worth visiting
What an amazing place. You must visit if in Istanbul
Magical place. Definitely must be visited with a good guide. A lot of interesting details will be missed if you go on your own
I have been to a lot of Churches and Museums and I this is one place I keep going back. Every time I go I discover a new corner of this incredible place. I recommend particularly the second floor.
the walls of hagia sophia represent a blend between Islamic arts and christianity. hagia sophia was a church a mosque and today its a museum. will visit again. Inshaa Allah
It has been under renovation works for more than 10 years now. Everytime i visit i am not able to take a picture without the scales intruding...
This church is Greek and Turks have copied it ti do another church...!!!
Hagia Sophia or in Greek which means Holy Wisdom is actually a Church transformed in to a museum. It is a magnificent with no match building, worldwide. Standing there over 1500 year's. The visit is unique and definitely unforgettable. This monument and symbol of Christianity should become a Church again as built in the 5th century a.c.
Beautiful Museum. Currently under some construction but still beautiful place to visit.
Istanbuls must see attraction. Quite overcrowded. Could have more information to be read, but the place itself is beautiful.
Astonishing ancient cathedral then mosque, now museum. Rich in various historical artifacts from all over Europe.
The Hagia Sophia is of masonry construction. It s near by Sultan Ahmet . It s have a long historical stories from one generation to the next. Even if you read about it , what you gonna see in real will be different and made you see the beautiful architecture
Green marbles from Mani and Karystos, roses from Phrygia and reds from Egypt
Big bucket list item ticked ... and still could not imagine the awe of this place... Magical...
This edifice is truly one of the great architectural experiences to be had in the entire world. Visiting it alone is worth the trip to Istanbul.
Huge building that changing it's function from time to time, from a Mosque, Church, and now a Museum. It has huge dome, with oitstanding and beautiful structure and details. However it needs more effort to keep it clean and retain it's beauty
Amazing, very beautiful place with lot of history there.
A great example of the past history of Istanbul and the 2 religions of Christianity and Islam. Amazing how it was in the past
Awe inspiring to learn the how history has shaped the museum and its architecture. Restoration work has considerably limited accessible areas.
The place duty was to show the power of king and afraid the visitors. I think Hagia Sophia does this job in the best way
They don t make buildings like they used to. Restorations are ongoing, but do not detract from the sublimity this space invokes. I recommend an early evening visit on a sunny day; as the sun sets, light beams through the windows.
A visit to this place is a MUST when visiting istanbul, a beautiful building rich in Christian and Islamic history.
