Sight · Cankurtaran · Fatih · Ayasofya
How to get to Hagia Sophia in Fatih by tram or Marmaray
The nearest stop to Hagia Sophia, Fatih by public transport is Sultanahmet (T1 tram), about a 8-minute walk.
Nearest stops
- Sultanahmet
T1 tram360 m · ~8 min walk - Cankurtaran
T6 tram420 m · ~9 min walk - GülhaneT1 tram430 m · ~9 min walk
- Sirkeci
Marmaray, T1 tram, T6 tram620 m · ~13 min walk
Lines near Hagia Sophia
Straight-line distance; walking time is an estimate. Bus and minibus stop pages are in Turkish.
How long does it take to get to Hagia Sophia?
| From | Time | Transfers |
|---|---|---|
| TaksimF1 → T1 | ~34 min | 1 |
| KadıköyM4 → B1 | ~33 min | 1 |
| MecidiyeköyM2 → T1 | ~34 min | 1 |
| Istanbul AirportM11 → M2 → T1 | ~1 h 13 min | 2 |
| Sabiha Gökçen AirportM4 → B1 | ~1 h 15 min | 1 |
| Beyoğlu centreF2 → T1 | ~29 min | 1 |
| Fatih centre38B → T1 | ~34 min | 1 |
| Üsküdar centreB1 | ~26 min | — |
| Beşiktaş centre30D → BN1 | ~39 min | 1 |
Weekday 10:00 with scheduled timetables; bus, minibus and ferry included, walking and waiting included (Geldik journey planner). District times from the district centre. Get directions from your location.
Nearest metro, Marmaray, tram and Metrobus stations to Hagia Sophia
- Sultanahmet360 m · ~8 min walk
- Cankurtaran420 m · ~9 min walk
- Gülhane430 m · ~9 min walk
- Sirkeci620 m · ~13 min walk
- Çemberlitaş780 m · ~16 min walk
Nearest stops to Hagia Sophia by metro, Marmaray or Metrobus
| By | Nearest stop | Walk |
|---|---|---|
| Marmaray | Sirkeci Marmaray | ~13 min |
| Tram | Sultanahmet T1 tram | ~8 min |
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- Halı Müzesi Museum
- III. Ahmet Çeşmesi Sight
- Piskoposluk Sarayı Sight
- Basilica Cistern Sight
- Ayasofya Hürrem Sultan Hamamı Sight
- Hagia Irene Museum
- Hacı Beşir Ağa Çeşmesi (Fatih) Sight
- Milyon Taşı Sight
- Merih Hotel Hotel
- Dongyang Hotel Hotel
- The Empress Theodora Hotel
- Hotel Valide Sultan Konagi Hotel
- Mavi Guesthouse Hotel
- Best Island Hotel Hotel
- Four Seasons Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions about Hagia Sophia
Where is Hagia Sophia?
Hagia Sophia is in Istanbul, Cankurtaran neighbourhood, Fatih district (Ayasofya Meydanı 1). The nearest station is Sultanahmet (T1 tram), about 360 m or a 8-minute walk.
How do I get to Hagia Sophia?
Take the T1 tram to Sultanahmet; from the station it is about a 8-minute walk to Hagia Sophia. Travel times and transfers from the main hubs are on this page.
How do I get to Hagia Sophia by Marmaray?
The nearest Marmaray station is Sirkeci (Marmaray), about 620 m or a 13-minute walk from Hagia Sophia.
How do I get to Hagia Sophia by tram?
The nearest tram stop is Sultanahmet (T1 tram), about 360 m or a 8-minute walk from Hagia Sophia.
How long does it take from Taksim to Hagia Sophia?
About 34 minutes by public transport (F1 → T1, 1 transfer); weekday 10:00, including walking and waiting.
How do I get from Istanbul Airport to Hagia Sophia?
About 73 minutes by public transport (M11 → M2 → T1, 2 transfers); weekday 10:00, including walking and waiting.
What are the opening hours of Hagia Sophia?
Opening hours on OpenStreetMap: Mo-Su 09:00-19:30. Hours can change; check the official source before you go.
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