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Basilica Cistern Tickets
Visit the Basilica Cistern, one of the largest ancient water cisterns in Turkey. It is the perfect model of Byzantine architecture and is home to interesting attractions such as the Hen’s Eye Column and Medusa Pillar Bases. Book Basilica Cistern tickets here to enjoy skip-the-line entry and guided tours.
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Topkapi Palace Tickets
Visit Topkapi Palace, formerly the royal residence of the Ottoman Empire's sultans. Its magnificent architecture and interior sections such as the royal apartments, Library of Ahmed III, and The Harem make it one of the most-visited attractions in Istanbul. Book Topkapi Palace tickets here to get skip-the-line entry, guided tours, and combo experiences.
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Dolmabahçe Palace Tickets
Witness Ottoman Empire lavishness at Dolmabahçe Palace. Explore grand interiors and enjoy discounted ticket options.
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Galata Tower Tickets
For over 6 centuries, the Galata Tower has stood watch over the city of Istanbul. Head to the top of the Galata Tower and enjoy a breathtaking view of the city's classic and modern landscape. Book Galata Tower tickets and enjoy a detailed guided tour of its history and significance, or get combo experiences.
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Troy Tours
Immerse yourself in the legend of Troy with exclusive tours. Choose from fully guided adventures to independent exploration with skip-the-line access, audio guides, and round-trip transfers from Turkey.
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Marina
Spain
The palace is amazing and there were almost no people when I arrived (10:30am). It is huge and with the audio guide it is worth it.
Xingcun
We enjoyed both the Skip-the-Line-Tickets and touring the ancient Basilica Cistern.
Basillica Cistern is a must-visit place for anyone who visits Istanbul.
Martin
Austria
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We made a combined booking with Fastlane. For Hagia Sophia and Cisterna Basilica, the tickets we sent were immediately our valid tickets. Worked perfectly. Both sights were very beautiful and interesting. At Hagia Sophia, as a non-Muslim you "only" get to the first level and can look down into the whole mosque. Also very impressive, but not really explained beforehand.
At the Topkapi Palace there was only one reservation in the mailing, which is easy to overlook, and we only noticed in front of gate 2 (where you need real tickets). We then had to go back to an agency outside Gate 1 so that we could finally get in with a tour lady. It worked but with a certain loss of time.
The palace itself was huge and very beautiful. Be sure to book a ticket with harem access (as we had), this part is the highlight of the palace.
All in all, a great day with lots of wonderful impressions.
Alexander
United States
I loved the incredible history and very detailed audio guide that was provided. The free roaming of the upper gallery really gave time to enjoy the architecture and artwork.
Pierluigi
Italy
Audio guide easy to use and well descriptive. Too bad it lacks a reserved entrance or I didn't find it, but there was only one line to enter
Joliann
United States
This skip-the-line ticket with an audio guide to Galata Tower was absolutely worth it! The audio guide was packed with fascinating history and fun facts. The panoramic views of Istanbul from the top were breathtaking! A must-do experience for anyone visiting the city. Highly recommended!
Stan-filimon
Romania
The guide was very knowledgeable and nice. We didn't have to stay in line and that was a relief as there were hundreds of people waiting.
I would definitely recommend and do it again.
Divya
United States
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Our guide, Mehmet, was exceptional—both insightful and incredibly knowledgeable. His deep understanding of the history, culture, and local stories made the entire experience unforgettable. What stood out even more was his excellent English, which made the tour engaging and easy to follow. We noticed other tour groups struggling due to language barriers, but Mehmet’s clear communication and thoughtful explanations ensured that we didn’t miss a single detail. His professionalism and passion for sharing his knowledge truly set him apart and made our tour one to remember.