Foreign tourists visiting the Hagia Sophia Mosque in Istanbul will be
charged a €25 euro entrance fee from 15 January 2024 via the ticket
office situated on the gallery floor.
The purpose of the entrance fee is to contribute to the maintenance,
preservation, and management of the historical site. The fee aims to
support ongoing efforts to enhance the visitor experience, ensure proper
conservation, and manage the influx of tourists without disrupting the
sacred environment of worship within the mosque.
The Culture and Tourism Ministry has also implemented measures to
separate worshippers from cultural visitors, aiming to streamline entry
and avoid long queues.
Tourists will use designated ramps for entry and exit, minimising
disruption to worship. Visitors can explore the Harim floor, Ottoman
additions, and Byzantine mosaics, accompanied by a 23-language audio
guide accessible via QR code.