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Combo (Save 5%): Entry Tickets to Galata Tower with Optional Audio Guide + Skip-the-Line Tickets to Basilica Cistern

4.4/5(3,501)

Mikio M

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

We visited the Basilica Cistern on September 26, 2026. It was wonderful to have the flexibility to choose our visiting time after 9:00 AM. The waiting queue was extremely long, but we managed to exchange our online reservation for paper entrance tickets through a guide standing nearby. While it was a little tricky to spot the guide at first, it was totally worth it—we got to skip the massive line and head right inside. The Basilica Cistern is truly a must-visit when you are in Istanbul!

Yulieth R

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

What a wonderful experience! La Cisterna is truly fantastic, and I recommend it to anyone visiting the city—it has an incredible atmosphere. The Bosphorus cruise was a bit crowded, but it was absolutely worth it because the sunset cruise was nothing short of stunning and offered an amazing view.

Usamah P

Solo

Verified booking

Sep 2026

Basilica cistern was really cool, underwater cave earthy vibes with water and turquoise and mirrored vibes, and then topkapi palace with endless exploration and history. I also woke up late accidentally but had the flexibility with the audio guides. Great day!

Maciej G

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

We bought the ticket in the app, which helped us get in faster. However, the person who was supposed to help us at the entrance was not easy to find. After we left, that person was nowhere to be seen. I wonder how others were supposed to get in with a fast-track ticket?

Stoica R

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

It was an amazing experience, I recommend it❤️, headout app was really helpful for us so if you wanna have an amazing experience in Istanbul, please consider this app

Paola B

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The entrance was very chaotic. At the turnstiles, there was a girl who only spoke Turkish and made us waste a lot of time. Then, once we identified the right person, we managed to get inside. It's not so much your service, but the fact that the assistance staff doesn't speak English. In the middle of all that chaos, it gets difficult.

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What our guests say
Mikio M
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
We visited the Basilica Cistern on September 26, 2026. It was wonderful to have the flexibility to choose our visiting time after 9:00 AM. The waiting queue was extremely long, but we managed to exchange our online reservation for paper entrance tickets through a guide standing nearby. While it was a little tricky to spot the guide at first, it was totally worth it—we got to skip the massive line and head right inside. The Basilica Cistern is truly a must-visit when you are in Istanbul!
Paola B
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The entrance was very chaotic. At the turnstiles, there was a girl who only spoke Turkish and made us waste a lot of time. Then, once we identified the right person, we managed to get inside. It's not so much your service, but the fact that the assistance staff doesn't speak English. In the middle of all that chaos, it gets difficult.
Lawrence O
Couple
Verified booking
3 days ago
The site was great but not fully as advertised since we did not receive the audio guides. More information would have been appreciated.
Muhammad M
Couple
Verified booking
2 days ago
Easy booking and no waiting for the long ques, and finally immediate entry into cistern by the readout facilitator. Five thumbs up!!!
Rodney B
Couple
Verified booking
3 days ago
The web site had a good choice of tours, once the tickets were purchased and arrived at the tour destination the entry was seamless.

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Ticket redemption points

Entry Tickets to Galata Tower with Optional Audio Guide

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Skip-the-Line Tickets to Basilica Cistern

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