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Candle & Ghost: Illusion & Acrobatics Symphony Show Tickets

Individual entry ~€27 at the gate · included free with the Istanbul PRIME Pass (from €249)

Experience Istanbul’s legends through live music, aerial acrobatics and holographic illusions in a captivating 60-minute show in Sultanahmet.

  • Admission to Candle & Ghost: Illusion & Acrobatics Symphony
  • 60-minute live performance
  • Live qanun and violin music
  • Aerial acrobatics and holographic visual performances
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● Highlights

  • Experience a unique 60-minute live performance inspired by Istanbul’s legends
  • Enjoy live qanun and violin music in an atmospheric candlelit setting
  • Watch impressive aerial acrobatics combined with holographic projections
  • Discover stories inspired by the Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace, Suleymaniye Mosque and Hagia Sophia
  • Enjoy a theatrical experience in Istanbul’s historic Sultanahmet district

✓ Included with this experience

  • Admission to Candle & Ghost: Illusion & Acrobatics Symphony
  • 60-minute live performance
  • Live qanun and violin music
  • Aerial acrobatics and holographic visual performances

About Candle & Ghost:

Discover Istanbul’s legendary stories through an immersive combination of live music, aerial acrobatics and holographic illusions.

Candle & Ghost: Illusion & Acrobatics Symphony brings some of the city’s most iconic legends to the stage in a unique 60-minute performance. Surrounded by a candlelit atmosphere, enjoy live qanun and violin music while aerial performances and holographic projections recreate stories inspired by the Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace, Suleymaniye Mosque and Hagia Sophia.

An atmospheric evening experience combining Istanbul’s history, music and contemporary stage performance in the heart of the Old City.

Good to know

  • The show lasts approximately 60 minutes and runs without an intermission.
  • Please arrive at the venue at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
  • The performance includes live music, aerial acrobatics, lighting effects and holographic projections.
  • Late entry may be restricted depending on the venue’s policy.
  • Seating is arranged by the venue and is subject to availability.
  • Food and drinks are not allowed inside the performance area.
  • Performance dates and times may change according to the organizer’s schedule.

Important info

Candle & Ghost: Illusion & Acrobatics Symphony Show will take place on October 17 and October 31, 2026, at 9:00 PM (21:00).

FAQ

How long does the Candle & Ghost show last? +
The performance lasts approximately 60 minutes and runs continuously without an intermission.
What kind of performance is Candle & Ghost? +
It combines live qanun and violin music with aerial acrobatics, theatrical storytelling and holographic visual effects.
Which Istanbul stories are featured in the show? +
The performance features scenes inspired by Medusa and the Basilica Cistern, Hürrem Sultan and Topkapi Palace, Mimar Sinan and Suleymaniye Mosque, and Hagia Sophia during the Byzantine era.
Where does the performance take place? +
The performance takes place at Legends of Istanbul in the Sultanahmet area of Istanbul's Old City.
How early should I arrive? +
We recommend arriving at least 15–30 minutes before the scheduled starting time.
Is there an intermission? +
No. The 60-minute performance runs continuously without an intermission.
Is the performance suitable for children? +
The show includes loud music, lighting effects and theatrical visual effects. The organizer recommends it primarily for guests aged 12 and above.

Opening hours

Open (GMT+3 · Istanbul local time)

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

10:00 - 17:00

Closed

Sunday

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