Hagia Sophia Complete: Upper Gallery, Main Hall & Hippodrome
About This Private Tour
Explore the historic Upper Gallery of the Hagia Sophia and the ancient Hippodrome on an exclusive private guided tour.
The Upper Gallery of Hagia Sophia & Byzantine Mosaics
We explore the historic Upper Gallery of the Hagia Sophia on a private tour, enjoying an extraordinary vantage point over the grand nave and examining intricate Byzantine gold mosaics up close.
Sultanahmet Square & The Byzantine Hippodrome
Continuing across Sultanahmet Square, we inspect the surviving monuments of the ancient Hippodrome.
Suggested Itinerary & Route Timeline
Flexible and fully customizable to your pace and preferences.
📍 Meeting Point (Hotel)
⏱️ 0.5 hrsMeeting directly at your hotel lobby.
📍 Hagia Sophia Upper Gallery
⏱️ 1.5 hrsByzantine mosaics and architectural details.
📍 Sultanahmet Square & Hippodrome
⏱️ 1 hrHistoric monuments and obelisks.
What is Included & Excluded
Included in the Price
- Licensed Professional Private Guiding
- Tailor-Made Route Planning
- 100% Private Tour for Your Party
Excluded / Not Included
- Museum and Site Entrance Tickets (Hagia Sophia and Upper Gallery are excluded)
- Public Transport Fares
- Personal Expenses and Tips