Step inside the Abud Efendi Mansion in Sultanahmet and watch Istanbul’s legends come alive right before your eyes. Legends of Istanbul is Türkiye’s very first immersive holographic live show, blending live actors, live music, and stunning projections to bring history closer than you can reach out and touch it.

The whole experience lasts about 45 to 50 minutes, making it the perfect stop between the Hagia Sophia and the Basilica Cistern, which are just a stone’s throw away.

In one unforgettable performance, 15 costumed actors whisk you through eight iconic stories from Medusa’s curse and the Maiden’s Tower to Hezarfen’s daring flight, the Conquest of Istanbul, Hürrem Sultan’s legacy, the genius of Mimar Sinan, the beauty of Hagia Sophia, and the mesmerizing Whirling Dervishes. The narration is in English, with both English and Turkish subtitles, so you won’t miss a single moment.

Shows usually start at 4 PM, and seating is limited so it’s a good idea to book your tickets early, either online or at the box office.