How the pass works
Five steps from checkout to your first selfie at the Hagia Sophia.
No paperwork. No print-outs. No queue confusion. The PRIME Pass is designed to disappear into your phone and let the city do the talking.
- Step 01
Buy your pass online
Pick a duration that suits your trip. Pay securely with card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or Klarna — no redirects, no clutter. Your QR ticket arrives by email seconds later.
- Step 02
Download the PRIME Pass app
Install the official Istanbul Tourist Pass® companion app on iOS or Android. Sign in with the email used at checkout — your pass syncs automatically, even offline.
- Step 03
Reserve add-ons & set your route
In the app, browse 95+ included attractions and 21 premium add-ons. Reserve time slots where required, build a daily plan, and check opening hours before you go.
- Step 04
Visit & skip the line
Show your QR at the gate. The pass clock starts at first scan; from there it runs on consecutive calendar days. No printing required — your phone is the key.
- Step 05
Enjoy — and tell us how it went
Real support, in Istanbul, in your language. Tap inside the app any time we are needed. After your trip, leave a rating — we read every one.
Ready when you are.
No paperwork. No printouts. No surprise lines.
Get your PRIME Pass