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Gavrila
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Begin your experience at the Blue Mosque, where over 20,000 hand-painted tiles and stained-glass windows create a calm, glowing space of worship and design.
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Take in the grandeur of Hagia Sophia’s Upper Gallery, look up at its golden mosaics, and uncover centuries of imperial history with your audio guide.
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Explore the hidden terrains of the Basilica Cistern, where rows of ancient columns stand in water and the haunting Medusa heads wait in the shadows.
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Enjoy the comfort of exploring Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks with skip-the-line tickets, an expert guided tour, and multilingual audio guides, all in one day.
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Basilica Cistern
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1-hour guided tour of Basilica Cistern
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Skip-the-line entry
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Expert English-speaking guide
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Audio app downloadable in English, German, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish, & Turkish
Hagia Sophia
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2-hour guided tour of Hagia Sophia
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Skip-the-line entry
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Expert English-speaking guide
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Entry to Hagia Sophia Upper Gallery visiting area
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Audio guide downloadable in English, German, French, Italian, & Spanish
Blue Mosque
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Entry and 1-hour guided tour to the Blue Mosque
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Expert English-speaking guide
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Skip-the-line entry
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Samantha
Aug, 2025Verified booking
Organized and highly informative... easy to meet the group and see all three sites. Small group.. remember to bring a scarf for your head (ladies) and cover your knees (both men and women) otherwise you have to buy a scarf or skirt. We had a break in the middle for a quick juice or gelato. Great tour.Mateja
Aug, 2025Verified booking
It was a very interesting and entertaining vist to all thre monuments Our guide (Arthur) was very knowlagable, he gave us a lot of information, and was able to navigate us quickly inside all the attractionsLynette
Jul, 2025Verified booking
Ticketing was easy, Blue Mosque was beautiful, and our tour guide was excellent. Cenker was very knowledgeable, fun, lively and very accommodating.
Jimmy
Jul, 2025Verified booking
Excellent guide. Great experience with skip the line access to some of the most visited spots in this historic area.
Rachel
Sep, 2025Verified booking
Fantastic tour. So well organised. Excellent communications and easy to find the meeting point. Our guide, Buse, was brilliant. She was knowledgeable, friendly, clear, and fun. Highly recommend this tour.
These tickets are valid for 2 days from the date of purchase.
Check these three must-visit locations in Istanbul off your list with one ticket. Explore the Basilica Cistern, Hagia Sophia, and the Blue Mosque in just a few hours, without waiting for long entry lines or hassles. Expert storytelling and a mix of live guided tours and multilingual audio guides, this experience brings centuries of history to life. All sites are within walking distance, making this an efficient and enriching way to see the city’s highlights in a single day.
Basilica Cistern
Explore the 6th century underground water reservoir, that is the Basilica Cistern. As you walk on raised platforms above the water, you’ll be surrounded by more than 300 marble columns, many repurposed from ancient temples. Walk to the far end of the cistern to see the ancient Medusa heads, resting beneath the surface. Continue exploring the site at your own pace with your audio guide, available in 7+ languages.
Hagia Sophia
Step into Hagia Sophia and its Upper Gallery, where emperors once watched religious ceremonies from above. Catch the golden mosaics and the fusion of Christian and Islamic art and architecture, all under one massive dome. Learn about the stories from Hagia Sophia’s time as a church, mosque, and museum with an expert English-speaking guide and a multilingual audio guide.
Blue Mosque
Explore the Blue Mosque, famous for its six minarets and brilliant blue İznik tilework. Enter the vast prayer hall, gaze at its architectural design, and learn how it continues to function as an active place of worship today. Don’t forget to look up—the soaring domes and painted ceilings are as impressive as the space below.
What to bring
Basilica Cistern
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Choose sturdy shoes with a good grip, as some areas may be wet or slippery.
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Stay ahead of the game and download the audio app beforehand to avoid any network glitches at the location.
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Make sure your phone is fully charged for tickets, photos, and audio use.
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The undergrounds remain cool and damp even in the summer. Bring along a light jacket or layer to stay warm.
Hagia Sophia
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Wear supportive shoes and consider bringing a hat, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle for comfort outside.
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Keep earphones handy if you plan to use an audio guide.
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Bring some cash for nearby cafés, souvenirs, or small purchases.
Blue Mosque
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Wear modest clothing that covers your shoulders and knees.
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Women should bring a headscarf for entry into prayer areas.
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Carry a small bag to hold your shoes when you take them off at the entrance.
What's not allowed
Basilica Cistern
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Flash photography is not allowed, as it disrupts the lighting and other visitors.
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Tripods and selfie sticks are prohibited due to space and safety concerns.
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You cannot eat or drink inside the cistern.
Hagia Sophia
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Visitors are not permitted in certain areas during prayer times.
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Flash photography is not allowed.
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Visitors are required to dress modestly – so please cover your head, shoulders and knees. Women are also required to wear scarves.
Blue Mosque
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Shoes must be taken off before entering and cannot be worn inside the mosque.
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Clothing that exposes shoulders or knees is not permitted; dress modestly.
Accessibility
Basilica Cistern
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A ramp provides access at the entrance, and there’s a platform lift at the exit on Alemdar Street.
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The flooring inside the Basilica Cistern is uneven. Please keep this in mind before booking tickets if you are a visitor with limited mobility.
Hagia Sophia
- The ground floor is accessible via ramps. The Upper Gallery, however, is not currently wheelchair accessible due to its historic staircases.
Blue Mosque
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The courtyard and main prayer hall are wheelchair accessible.
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The mosque has a smooth, open layout that ensures visitors in wheelchairs can navigate comfortably.
Additional information
Basilica Cistern
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Your ticket allows you to skip the ticket queue, but all visitors must go through a security check.
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Arrive early in the morning or visit in the evening to avoid crowds from cruise ship tours.
Hagia Sophia
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You can bypass the ticket lines, but the security check is mandatory and can take up to 60 minutes between June and August.
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The ground floor is reserved for prayers, while the second floor is accessible to visitors.
Blue Mosque
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You can skip the ticket line, but security checks apply to all visitors and may take up to 60 minutes during busy hours.
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You can buy a scarf or a body cover at the entrance for €1 and €3.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Meeting Point`
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Meet your guide at Dsign Cafe.
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Address: Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd No:10, 34093 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye.
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Landmark: Turkish and Islamic Art Museum, Hippodrome.
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Your guide will be waiting for you at the meeting point with Headout.
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