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Combo (Save 5%): Galata Tower Tickets + Basilica Cistern Tickets with Audio Guide

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Paolo P

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上周

La Torre in se vale tantissimo ma con istanbul.com € 32,50, accompagnatore/host (no guida) e audio guida inclusa. Con HEADOUT € 41,90 nessun incontro previsto. Dovevi portarti gli auricolari da casa e dovevi scaricarti l'audioguida (all'interno problemi di ricezione). Ripeto la TORRE vale tanto ma, alla fine la coda per entrare in ascensore (max 6 per volta) la fai lo stesso (di questo eravamo stati però avvisati). Riassumendo: prezzo troppo alto per nessun servizio offerto se non il voucher di entrata (e tenendo conto che la fila presso la biglietteria adiacente la torre non era proibitiva, ma potrebbe essere un caso. Paolo & family

Mikio M

Couple

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2026年10月

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!

Michael B

Group

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上周

Basilica cistern was a stunning engineering work and beautifully presented. The blue mosque was amazing, our guide Hassain spoke clearly and knowledgeable about the mosque and it's history. We were allowed enough free time to explore independently. Would recommend to all istanbul visitors.

Paula S

Couple

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6天前

Al ir a las excursiones, es Conocida la app entonces es de fácil ingreso, también es fácil encontrar las excursiones en la app y a buen precio. No la conocía, pero la recomiendo!

Olivier M

Couple

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2周前

Nos qrcodes n'ont pas été générés automatiquement mais je leur ai demandé de l'aide avec le chat : ils m'ont envoyé un mail pour confirmer la commande et tout s'est bien passé

Yulieth R

Couple

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2026年9月

Esperienza bellissima! La Cisterna è davvero fantastica e la consiglio a chiunque visiti la città: ha un'atmosfera incredibile. La crociera sul Bosforo era un po' affollata, ma ne è valsa assolutamente la pena perché il giro al tramonto è stato a dir poco stupendo e regalava una vista pazzesca

Save time and money with this convenient combo ticket that includes skip-the-line entry to both the Galata Tower and the Basilica Cistern.

Ride the express elevator up the Galata Tower, once a medieval watchtower, and soak in 360° views of Istanbul’s skyline, including the Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace.

Your visit to the Tower is flexible, allowing you to explore at your own pace with a multilingual audio guide to uncover stories behind the landmark.

Skip the lines at the Basilica Cistern and step into an underground wonder, often dubbed Istanbul’s “Sunken Palace,” with a capacity of 80,000 cubic meters of water!

Wander past hauntingly beautiful columns like the Hen’s Eye and the Medusa Heads, famously featured in Hollywood films, as your audio guide reveals the cistern’s secrets.

Galata Tower

Skip-the-line entry to Galata Tower

Elevator access to the top

Multilingual audioguide

Basilica Cistern

Skip-the-line entry to Basilica Cistern

Multilingual audioguide

Galata Tower and Basilica Cistern

Guided tour

Food and drinks

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Rodney B
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3周前
The web site had a good choice of tours, once the tickets were purchased and arrived at the tour destination the entry was seamless.
Paolo P
Group
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上周
La Torre in se vale tantissimo ma con istanbul.com € 32,50, accompagnatore/host (no guida) e audio guida inclusa. Con HEADOUT € 41,90 nessun incontro previsto. Dovevi portarti gli auricolari da casa e dovevi scaricarti l'audioguida (all'interno problemi di ricezione). Ripeto la TORRE vale tanto ma, alla fine la coda per entrare in ascensore (max 6 per volta) la fai lo stesso (di questo eravamo stati però avvisati). Riassumendo: prezzo troppo alto per nessun servizio offerto se non il voucher di entrata (e tenendo conto che la fila presso la biglietteria adiacente la torre non era proibitiva, ma potrebbe essere un caso. Paolo & family
Michael B
Group
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上周
Basilica cistern was a stunning engineering work and beautifully presented. The blue mosque was amazing, our guide Hassain spoke clearly and knowledgeable about the mosque and it's history. We were allowed enough free time to explore independently. Would recommend to all istanbul visitors.
Paula S
Couple
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6天前
Al ir a las excursiones, es Conocida la app entonces es de fácil ingreso, también es fácil encontrar las excursiones en la app y a buen precio. No la conocía, pero la recomiendo!
Olivier M
Couple
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2周前
Nos qrcodes n'ont pas été générés automatiquement mais je leur ai demandé de l'aide avec le chat : ils m'ont envoyé un mail pour confirmer la commande et tout s'est bien passé

Discover two of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks with this money-saving combo ticket! Enjoy skip-the-line access to both the Galata Tower and the Basilica Cistern. From city views to mysterious underground chambers, this experience offers a perfect blend of history, architecture, and culture, enhanced by insightful multilingual audioguides.

Getting started

Begin your adventure by heading to the Galata Tower, where you’ll gain direct entry to one of the city's most recognisable symbols. Later, skip the queues and dive straight into the depths of the Basilica Cistern with your fast-track ticket. An included audio guide in multiple languages will help you uncover fascinating stories and little-known facts at both sites.

What to expect

Galata Tower

An ancient watchtower turned modern-day viewpoint, Galata Tower rises above Istanbul’s skyline with its distinctive cylindrical silhouette. Once you ride the elevator to the top, prepare to be captivated by 360-degree vistas of the city.

Features:

Observation deck: Panoramic views of landmarks like the Topkapı Palace, Hagia Sophia, Bosphorus Strait, Bosphorus Bridge, Suleymaniye Mosque, the Marmara Sea, and the city’s European and Asian sides await you at the top.

Historical exhibits: Learn about the origins of the Galata Tower, originally built in 1348 during the Genoese colonial period, and its many uses over the centuries as a watchtower, fire observation point, and even a prison.

Flexible duration: Enjoy unlimited time (until closing hour) at the top to take in the scenery and snap photos at your own pace.

Audioguide: A multilingual audio guide provides historical background, fun facts, and engaging stories about the tower and the cityscape below.

Basilica Cistern

Step into a world steeped in mystery beneath the streets of Istanbul. The Basilica Cistern, an ancient underground reservoir, offers an escape into the city's Byzantine past. As soon as you arrive, your skip-the-line ticket gets you in quickly, letting you bypass the long queues.

Features:

Underground wonder: Explore a sunken "palace" of 336 marble columns rising from still waters, illuminated by a soft golden glow.

Walk through a dream-like setting: Stroll on wooden walkways as you observe water droplets falling from vaulted ceilings and carp swimming through the vast cistern that measures almost the size of two football fields.

Pop culture significance: Discover the cistern's cultural significance, including its appearances in popular films and novels like Inferno and From Russia With Love.

Audioguide: Learn about its Byzantine engineering with the multilingual audio guide, available in eight languages.

What to bring

Galata Tower

Bring your ticket (received via booking confirmation email) and keep it with you throughout your visit, as you may be asked to present it at the exit.

Ensure your smartphone is fully charged and bring your own headphones to use the audio guide.

Download the audio guide in advance to avoid connectivity issues during your visit.

Basilica Cistern

Wear comfortable shoes with a good grip as the stone floor can be damp and slightly slippery.

Bring a light jacket or shawl; it stays cool underground even in warm weather.

Carry wired headphones if you plan to use an audio guide app, as Bluetooth often struggles underground.

Have your phone fully charged for photos and the audio guide (there are no charging stations inside).

What’s not allowed

Galata Tower

Food and drinks are not allowed inside the tower.

Pets are not permitted at the venues.

Skipping the security line is not possible; all visitors must wait in this queue.

Basilica Cistern

Flash photography is not permitted.

Tripods and selfie sticks are not allowed due to space and safety concerns.

Eating, drinking, and smoking are strictly prohibited inside the cistern.

Accessibility

Galata Tower

The Galata Tower is not wheelchair accessible.

Basilica Cistern

The site is partially accessible; there is a lift near the exit on Alemdar Street near the tram line, but the walking path inside may be uneven in places.

Wheelchair users may need assistance, especially around corners or where the lighting is low.

There are no elevators inside the cistern, and seating is extremely limited.

Additional information

Galata Tower and Basilica Cistern

Your ticket allows you to skip the ticket queue, but all visitors must go through a security check.

During high season, especially in summer, you may encounter wait times to enter the attractions.

Galata Tower

The ticket is valid for the entire day within the venue’s operating hours (Monday–Sunday: 8:30am–10pm; Saturday until 11pm).

Final confirmation and vouchers will be sent to you 1 day before the visit.

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

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Ticket Redemption Points

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