Hagia Sophia Cheap Car Rentals & Car Hire Deals

Yes, you can! Hire a car near Hagia Sophia and then head for nearby attractions such as Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern. Look through the options on Expedia and book a hire car in Istanbul that fits your needs.

Hagia Sophia has multiple within close reach. Around 5 kilometres away, Avis is a popular option. Expedia will help you find fabulous deals from a wide range of car hire companies in many areas of Istanbul. After your initial search, use the filters to narrow down your perfect ride based on your budget, preferred payment option, vehicle type and more.

Collect a cheap car hire close to Hagia Sophia and plan your adventures around your own schedule. With excellent rates from a variety of car hire companies, cruising away in your own ride is easy with Expedia. Include some filters to narrow down your search and score the best deal. Some factors that can influence the price include your pick-up and drop-off points and travel dates.

Avis has a rental car return depot near Hagia Sophia. Many car hire companies will charge an extra fee to drop your vehicle off at a different location to where you collected it from, so take that into consideration when planning your agenda. Drop your hire car at Hagia Sophia then make the most of your time by exploring the area on foot.

For the most up-to-date prices for parking at Hagia Sophia, browse the official website. On a budget? Check to see if there are special deals or even free parking at Hagia Sophia if you arrive early.

Don’t let a low battery spoil your day. If you plan to explore Hagia Sophia and further afield in an electric vehicle, use an app or websites to see if there are any charging stations close by. You can also stay powered up during your travels with Expedia’s range of hotels with electric car charging stations.

The closest major airports near Hagia Sophia in Istanbul are Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) and Ataturk Intl. Airport (IST). They’re located 48 kilometres to the east and 23 kilometres west of this top attraction, respectively. To get your break off to a flying start, see if you can hire a car at the airport or nearby.

To get to Hagia Sophia, you’ll need to travel about 0.32 kilometres to the west of Istanbul’s downtown area.

After you’ve taken in the sights near Hagia Sophia, jump into your hire car and do some more exploring. Viaport Outlet Shopping, Bahçeşehir Gölet Park and Marmara Park Shopping Centre are some attractions you can easily drive to from the centre of Istanbul.

Don’t leave your trip to chance and plan ahead — head to Hagia Sophia’s official website for the latest opening and closing times. A handy tip? Browse the attraction’s online reviews, or search for it on social media. You’ll often get useful advice from fellow travellers who’ve recently been there.