Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket with Audio Guide
Discover the mysterious underground world of the Basilica Cistern with a flexible skip-the-line ticket. Explore at your own pace with an audio guide, or choose a live tour. Upgrade your experience with access to Hagia Sophia.
Description
Explore Istanbul's iconic Basilica Cistern with total flexibility using a fast-track ticket valid all day. Avoid the long ticket queues and enjoy a self-guided journey beneath the city's surface, enriched by an engaging audio guide in your language.
Walk through the massive underground chamber, supported by hundreds of ancient columns, and admire the famed Medusa Heads—mysterious remnants from Greek mythology. Learn about the ingenious engineering of the Byzantine Empire while taking atmospheric photographs of this marvel.
Upgrade your experience by adding a combo ticket for Hagia Sophia and make the most of your day exploring Istanbul’s most historic landmarks.
Includes
- Basilica Cistern skip-the-line ticket (all-day validity)
- Audio guide app in 5 languages
- Optional: Hagia Sophia skip-the-line entry
- Optional: 30-minute guided tour
Important Information
- What to bring: Headphones and a fully charged smartphone
- Before you go: Download the audio guide in advance due to limited internet at the venue
- Note: Tickets and audio instructions are sent via email
Highlights
- Fast-track entry to Basilica Cistern, valid all day
- Audio guide available in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish
- Marvel at the legendary Medusa Heads and ancient columns
- Optional combo ticket with skip-the-line Hagia Sophia access
- Perfect for photographers, history lovers, and curious travelers
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