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Home › Istanbul › Sightseeing & day trips › Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Entry Ticket with Tour Guide

Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Entry Ticket with Tour Guide

Istanbul 1 hr English, Bulgarian
from $114.29 per person · 1 hr

Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Guided Tour (30 Minutes)

Highlights

  • Explore the hidden history of the Basilica Cistern in Istanbul
  • With this guided entry, you can skip the long lines and step right into the cool, underground world beneath the city
  • This ancient water room was built long ago to hold water for the city
  • As you walk inside, you will see hundreds of tall stone columns perfectly lined up in the calm water
  • The soft lights bouncing off the water create a very peaceful and beautiful setting

What to expect

Explore the hidden history of the Basilica Cistern in Istanbul. With this guided entry, you can skip the long lines and step right into the cool, underground world beneath the city. This ancient water room was built long ago to hold water for the city. As you walk inside, you will see hundreds of tall stone columns perfectly lined up in the calm water. The soft lights bouncing off the water create a very peaceful and beautiful setting. A professional English-speaking guide will walk with you to share stories about the history and design of this special place. They will also show you the famous stone Medusa Heads at the bottom of two columns, which add a fun sense of mystery to your visit.

What's included

  • Entry ticket to Basilica Cistern
  • Expert Guide Service
  • All Personal Expenses

Meeting point

Basilica Cistern — 1/3 Yerebatan Cd., Fatih, 34110, TR — Meet the operator at the address above.

Please be at the meeting point before the start time shown on your ticket.

Know before you go

Not wheelchair accessible Not stroller accessible Not suitable for pets No public transportation nearby Infants must not sit on laps Infant seats unavailable

Cancellation

Non-refundable.

Questions people ask

What is the Basilica Cistern in Istanbul?

It is an ancient underground water storage room built to hold water for the city, with hundreds of tall stone columns standing in shallow water.

Does the ticket include a guide?

Yes, the entry ticket includes an English-speaking guide who explains the history and design of the cistern during the visit.

Can I skip the queue with this ticket?

Yes, the guided entry ticket lets you skip the long lines and go straight into the cistern.

What are the Medusa Heads in the Basilica Cistern?

They are carved stone heads set at the base of two columns inside the cistern, and the guide points them out during the tour.

Is the Basilica Cistern accessible for wheelchairs or strollers?

No, the site is not wheelchair accessible and not stroller accessible, and infant seats are not available.

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