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Combo (Save 4%): Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide + Bosphorus Cruise

Tourist exploring the ancient columns of the Basilica Cistern in Istanbul.

Medusa head column in Basilica Cistern, Istanbul, part of Blue Mosque & Basilica Cistern tour.

Tourists boarding a Bosphorus cruise ship in Istanbul for an audio guide experience.

Pillars inside the Basilica Cistern in Istanbul with reflections on the water.

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오전 9:00 - 오후 10:00

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Uncover Istanbul's hidden treasures with this cost-saving combo. Explore the Basilica Cistern with skip-the-line tickets and sail the picturesque Bosphorus Strait.

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Rebecca

Feb 2026

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Not such a smooth entry, because I had no wifi /data so couldn't show my ticket.... very helpful women on the gate sorted it out. I'd also downloaded the audioguide which again didn't work for me until they helped .... But my oh my, it really was BREATHTAKING, totally awesome!!! (I found the audioguide a little distracting, so wanted to walk around without it, but once I'd reached the end of the circuit, it was hard to go against the flow and start again) Feb visit - still quite busy! An amazing place, incredible atmosphere, I'm in awe of the brick/tile vaulting. Medusa heads are superb. Modern art installations are a nice touch. Later, I watched videos from the film 'Inferno' - which incldes a copy of the cistern for their set!

Carolina

Feb 2026

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Reservar o ingresso sem fila foi a melhor decisão. Chegamos e entramos rapidamente, evitando uma fila enorme do lado de fora. A Cisterna da Basílica superou totalmente minhas expectativas. O ambiente é quase cinematográfico: luzes refletindo na água, fileiras de colunas antigas e uma atmosfera misteriosa que faz você imaginar a história de quase 1.500 anos daquele lugar. As cabeças de Medusa são um detalhe fascinante e único. Foi, sem dúvida, uma das experiências mais memoráveis da minha viagem a Istambul. Recomendo muito para quem visita a cidade. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Virginia

Feb 2026

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La facilidad de sacar la entrada por la web, el ceso más rápido, el audio guía desde mi celular, para empezar. Las chicas que están en el ingreso son realmente maravillosas, son muy resolutivas Al ingresar la forma de iluminación de l cistern hace que se destaque la obra. El camino marcado por encima del agua, permite admirar toda la estructura, si bien había mucha gente, se podía mirar y detenerse libremente. Es una experiencia muy interesante para comprender también un poco de historia y detenerse arquitectura.

Amna

Jan 2026

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Visiting the Basilica Cistern was the highlight of my trip to Istanbul. Walking among the 300+ ancient columns with the soft, shifting lights reflecting off the water is incredibly atmospheric. The Medusa heads at the back are a must-see, and the 2022 renovations have made the walkways much easier to navigate. Top Tip: Definitely book your tickets online in advance. The line for on-site tickets was massive

Nikitas

Feb 2026

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It was a really amazing and educational tour with wonderful information about the usage of Basilica Cistern over the years. As a greek visitor it had an extra depth beacause many things from hour histroy were displayed there and believed by the people of 7 centuries ago. I definitely suggest the audio tour and everything to do with it.

Angela

Jan 2026

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It was easy to purchase tickets online and once we got in, we were able to bypass the line quickly. We didn't wait at all, and were shepherded immediately to the entrance. It made the whole memorable experience even better. What a beautiful place!

Step into the Byzantine architectural wonder that is the Basilica Cistern with skip-the-line tickets, and explore one of the most-visited museums in Istanbul.

Experience the mystery of the Medusa column bases in the Basilica Cistern, as your audio guide unravels intriguing theories about their origin.

Board a 2-hour cruise along the Bosphorus Strait with an audio guide in 8 languages, offering a unique perspective of Istanbul’s beauty.

Witness architectural gems like the Galata Tower, once the tallest building in Istanbul, and the Dolmabahce Palace, the residence of 6 Ottoman sultans.

Fun fact: Each of the 336 columns of the Basilica Cistern is different from the other.

Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide

Skip-the-line entry to the Basilica Cistern

Multilingual audio guide

Bosphorus Cruise

2-hour Bosphorus cruise

Audio guide available in 8 languages

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Passas
Mar 2026
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The view of bosporos and the price of the ticket. With 300 tl we made the best cruise
Alberico
Mar 2026
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Stupenda, davvero molto bella.. Vale la pena andare a guardare
Stefan
Mar 2026
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Smooth entry :) and beautifull place
Virginia
Feb 2026
예약 확인
La facilidad de sacar la entrada por la web, el ceso más rápido, el audio guía desde mi celular, para empezar. Las chicas que están en el ingreso son realmente maravillosas, son muy resolutivas Al ingresar la forma de iluminación de l cistern hace que se destaque la obra. El camino marcado por encima del agua, permite admirar toda la estructura, si bien había mucha gente, se podía mirar y detenerse libremente. Es una experiencia muy interesante para comprender también un poco de historia y detenerse arquitectura.
Nikitas
Feb 2026
예약 확인
It was a really amazing and educational tour with wonderful information about the usage of Basilica Cistern over the years. As a greek visitor it had an extra depth beacause many things from hour histroy were displayed there and believed by the people of 7 centuries ago. I definitely suggest the audio tour and everything to do with it.

Enjoy a cost-saving combo that gives you access to two of Istanbul's must-visit sites: the Basilica Cistern and a cruise along the Bosphorus. Delve into Istanbul's rich history and mesmerizing beauty with this combo.

Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide

Step back in time with a tour of the Basilica Cistern, a marvel of 6th-century Byzantine architecture. With your skip-the-line tickets, gain immediate access to this cavernous subterranean beauty. Walk along wooden platforms, surrounded by 336 massive columns, while listening to the enchanting sounds of water dripping from the vaulted ceiling. Witness the famous Hen’s Eye Column and the mystifying Medusa Pillar Bases, and learn about their intriguing history through the multilingual audio guide.

Bosphorus Cruise

Next, sail away along the beautiful Bosphorus waterway. This 2-hour cruise offers stunning views of Istanbul's landmarks, including the iconic Hagia Sophia and the popular Ortaköy Mosque. You'll also pass the legendary Bosphorus Bridge, a testament to the city's connection between Europe and Asia. An audio guide available in 8 languages will provide intriguing insights about the attractions you'll pass by.

Sites you'll come across

Galata Tower

Dolmabahce Palace

Ciragan Palace

Ortaköy Mosque

Bosphorus Bridge

Beylerbeyi Palace

Üsküdar

Maiden Tower

Topkapi Palace

Hagia Sophia

Seaside Villas

Basilica Cistern

월요일	오전 9:00 - 오후 10:00	마지막 항목 오후 6:30
화요일	오전 9:00 - 오후 10:00	마지막 항목 오후 6:30
수요일	오전 9:00 - 오후 10:00	마지막 항목 오후 6:30
목요일	오전 9:00 - 오후 10:00	마지막 항목 오후 6:30
금요일	오전 9:00 - 오후 10:00	마지막 항목 오후 6:30
토요일	오전 9:00 - 오후 10:00	마지막 항목 오후 6:30
일요일	오전 9:00 - 오후 10:00	마지막 항목 오후 6:30

What to bring

Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide

It's recommended to wear comfortable shoes.

Bosphorus Cruise

Don’t forget to bring along your headphones to listen to the audio tour.

Accessibility

Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide

The attraction is wheelchair and stroller-accessible.

Additional information

Bosphorus Cruise

The audio guide is available in English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Arabic, and Chinese.

There is limited internet at the pier so please download the app before the tour.

The app does not require internet once it has been downloaded but ensure you have activated GPS.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

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

Ticket redemption points

Basilica Cistern

Show your ticket at Basilica Cistern.

Address: Alemdar, Yerebatan Cd. 1/3, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye.

Landmark: In front of the Exit Gate of the Basilica.

Get directions to the redemption point

Bosphorus Cruise

Board your cruise at DENTUR Istanbul Welcome Card Kabatas Pier.

Address: Ömer Avni, Mahallesi, Meclis-i Mebusan Cd. No:3, 34427 Beyoğlu/İstanbul.

Landmark: It is located across tram line no 1 and the funicular, come to the wooden house behind the red petrol station and look for the Istanbul Welcome Card ticket window.

Get directions to the boarding point