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Combo (Save 8%): Blue Mosque Guided Tour + Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide

Name: Combo (Save 8%): Blue Mosque Guided Tour + Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide
Start: 2026-09-09T09:00:00
End: 2026-09-09T18:30:00
Location: Istanbul

4.4/5(4,012)

Gaurav S

Solo

Verified booking

Last week

Excellent Istanbul Experience – Highly Recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We booked the Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket + Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise through Headout, and overall it was a fantastic experience. The skip-the-line access to the Basilica Cistern was extremely convenient and saved us a lot of time, especially with the crowds. The cistern itself was beautiful and fascinating, with its unique architecture and atmosphere. The Bosphorus cruise was another highlight. The views of Istanbul’s European and Asian sides, historic landmarks, and the beautiful coastline were absolutely stunning. It was a relaxing way to see the city from a different perspective. The booking process through Headout was smooth and hassle-free, and having multiple major attractions included in one experience made planning our Istanbul sightseeing much easier. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Istanbul for the first time! A great combination of history, sightseeing and breathtaking views. 🇹🇷❤️

Silvia G

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

We visited the Basilica Cistern on August 10 with skip-the-line tickets. We went in first thing in the morning at 9:30 a.m., and there were so few people that it made this magnificent experience even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this so you don’t waste time waiting in line.

Daniel V

Solo

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

First, it was easy to buy the ticket, and then I received the entry instructions in my email. On the day of the tour, I found the young tour guide, and within minutes I was inside the Basilica Cistern, enjoying its beauty.

Daniela B

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The Basilica Cistern is one of the most beautiful and unique places I've ever been to, and it's a must-see in Istanbul. Buying tickets here was super easy and quick.

Marc L

Family

Verified booking

5 days ago

Smooth expedited entry avoided a long queue. The cisterns themselves are amazing. Beautiful, historic, serene and enchanting. A welcome break from the heat of the day.

Ana V

Solo

Verified booking

Jun 2026

No trouble getting there, no lines We visited this beautiful place with no time limit, so we were able to enjoy it and take in every detail without rushing 💝

Save big time while seeing the Blue Mosque's minarets on a guided tour, then skip the long lines at Basilica Cistern to marvel at its 200+ columns with an audio guide.

No long detours—just a short walk between these two wonders gives you more time to soak in the beauty of Istanbul.

Spend 3–4 hours on the Blue Mosque and Old Town tour, then visit the Basilica Cistern in about 1 hour on the same day or any other day you prefer.

Blue Mosque

1-hour guided tour of the Blue Mosque

Entry to Blue Mosque

Expert English-speaking licensed guide

Walking tour around Old Town

Istanbul Old Town map

Basilica Cistern

Skip-the-line entry to Basilica Cistern

Audio guide in English, German, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish & Turkish

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Daniela B
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The Basilica Cistern is one of the most beautiful and unique places I've ever been to, and it's a must-see in Istanbul. Buying tickets here was super easy and quick.
Gaurav S
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
Excellent Istanbul Experience – Highly Recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We booked the Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket + Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise through Headout, and overall it was a fantastic experience. The skip-the-line access to the Basilica Cistern was extremely convenient and saved us a lot of time, especially with the crowds. The cistern itself was beautiful and fascinating, with its unique architecture and atmosphere. The Bosphorus cruise was another highlight. The views of Istanbul’s European and Asian sides, historic landmarks, and the beautiful coastline were absolutely stunning. It was a relaxing way to see the city from a different perspective. The booking process through Headout was smooth and hassle-free, and having multiple major attractions included in one experience made planning our Istanbul sightseeing much easier. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Istanbul for the first time! A great combination of history, sightseeing and breathtaking views. 🇹🇷❤️
Silvia G
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
We visited the Basilica Cistern on August 10 with skip-the-line tickets. We went in first thing in the morning at 9:30 a.m., and there were so few people that it made this magnificent experience even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this so you don’t waste time waiting in line.
Daniel V
Solo
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
First, it was easy to buy the ticket, and then I received the entry instructions in my email. On the day of the tour, I found the young tour guide, and within minutes I was inside the Basilica Cistern, enjoying its beauty.
Marc L
Family
Verified booking
5 days ago
Smooth expedited entry avoided a long queue. The cisterns themselves are amazing. Beautiful, historic, serene and enchanting. A welcome break from the heat of the day.

Blue Mosque

Istanbul's past is brought back to life on this guided tour of the Blue Mosque and the Old Town. Inside the mosque, marvel at over 20,000 handmade Iznik tiles in shades of blue, arranged in floral and geometric patterns. Gaze up at the grand central dome, supported by four towering “elephant foot” pillars, as sunlight streams in through under 260 stained-glass windows. Then, follow your guide through Istanbul Old Town and pass by Sultanahmet Square, once the Hippodrome of Constantinople, where ancient Egyptian obelisks and the Serpent Column still stand. Stroll past Ottoman-era fountains, the German Fountain’s golden mosaics, and lively street vendors selling warm simit and Turkish tea.

Basilica Cistern

Avoid the queues and descend into the beautiful Basilica Cistern, a 1,500-year-old underground water reservoir built by Emperor Justinian I. Walk along wooden pathways over shallow, eerily still water, where the soft glow of orange lights highlights 336 marble columns, each standing 30 feet tall. Listen to your audio guide reveal secrets of this ancient structure, once supplying water to the Great Palace of Constantinople. Seek out the famous Medusa heads—one upside down, the other sideways—mysteriously placed at the base of two columns. The hushed atmosphere, cool air, and gentle sound of dripping water make this an unforgettable experience.

What to bring

Blue Mosque

Bring your walking shoes, water bottle, hat, sunglasses, and snacks for comfortable exploration.

Bring local currency or your preferred payment method for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.

Basilica Cistern

Stay ahead of the game; download the audio app beforehand to dodge any network glitches at the location.

Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.

Accessibility

Basilica Cistern

This experience is wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Blue Mosque

If you do not have a scarf or body cover, you can buy them at the entrance (a scarf is 1€ and a body cover is 3€).

While you can breeze through the ticket lines, security screening is standard for all guests. Be prepared for wait times of up to 60 minutes during peak travel periods.

Due to the Friday prayer, the Mosque will be closed to tourists from 12pm to 2pm. For a smoother experience, it's recommended to visit after 4pm to avoid the lengthy security line anticipated between 2pm and 4pm.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.

Meeting points

Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.