Basilica Cistern & Topkapi Palace Tickets + Tours

Enjoy a guided tour to two of Istanbul's must-see attractions: the mysterious Basilica Cistern, as well the glorious Topkapi Palace. Your cost-effective combo tour includes skip the line ticket admissions and 2 audio guides.

About this activity

Highlights

Immerse yourself in history and explore the ancient mysterious Basilica Cistern beneath Istanbul
Witness the 336 preserved columns from Byzantine times and two Medusa heads inside the Basilica Cistern
Get insights into the Topkapi Palace, the residence of Ottoman sultans during the 15th century, with your expert guide
Experience the splendor of the Topkapi Palace Museum's centuries-old, distinctive art and architecture, and listen to the Topkapi Palace audio guide

Description

Meet your guide in the heart of the Old City and enjoy stress-free sightseeing and total flexibility with this guided combination tour of Istanbul. Together with your expert guide, skip the long lines at the Basilica Cistern & Topkapi Palace, and learn about the fascinating history of the Byzantine heritage and Ottoman Empire. After skipping the long ticket lines of the Basilica Cistern, descend into Istanbul's underground. Wander through the ancient cistern and admire ...

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Meet your guide in the heart of the Old City and enjoy stress-free sightseeing and total flexibility with this guided combination tour of Istanbul. Together with your expert guide, skip the long lines at the Basilica Cistern & Topkapi Palace, and learn about the fascinating history of the Byzantine heritage and Ottoman Empire.

After skipping the long ticket lines of the Basilica Cistern, descend into Istanbul's underground. Wander through the ancient cistern and admire the impressive architecture and Medusa heads from Greek mythology.

Visit the magnificent Topkapi Palace with fast track admission. As you explore the 4 courtyards of the vast complex, your guide will enlighten you about the Ottoman Empire with fascinating stories and facts.

Includes

Basilica Cistern

Skip the line tickets
Guided tour with an English-speaking guide (approx. 45 minutes)
Audio guide on your smartphone

Topkapi Palace

Skip the line tickets
Guided tour with an English-speaking guide (approx. 2-3 hours)
Audio guide on your smartphone

Excludes

Hotel pick up & drop off
Food or drinks

How It Works

Duration of the Tour:
- approx. 2-3 hours at Topkapi Palace
- approx. 45 minutes at Basilica Cistern

Important Note: We skip the ticket lines of Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace, but nobody can not skip the security lines. The security line at both attractions can take up to 30 minutes. During the waiting times, don’t worry! Your guide will entertain you with interesting stories and facts about the sights and Istanbul, and you can also ask questions.