Istanbul Combo Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern

4.0 (2 reviews) Istanbul, Turkey
Duration4h
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LanguagesEnglish
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Overview

Discover two of Istanbul’s most historic sites in one visit. Begin with a hosted entry at Topkapi Palace, once the residence of Ottoman sultans, and explore its courtyards without harem section. Then visit the Basilica Cistern, a mysterious underground structure supported by ancient columns and guarded by the famous Medusa heads.

An audio guide is included and available in 25 languages: English, German, Russian, Persian, Arabic, French, Italian, Chinese, Dutch, Spanish, Hindi, Romanian, Ukrainian, Korean, Turkish, Bulgarian, Polish, Swedish, Japanese, Indonesian, Greek, Hungarian, Portuguese, Urdu, and Croatian.

Operating Hours:

Topkapi Palace: 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 11:30, 13:00, 14:00, and 15:00 (closed Tuesdays)
Basilica Cistern: 09:00 - 18:30

Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays. Join tours at the specified times. Meet your guide 15 minutes early at the Fountain of Sultan Ahmed III. Look for the white flag.

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What's included

  • Entry to Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern
  • Flexible exploration time at both attractions
  • Audio guide available in 25 languages
  • Hosted entry tour with professional English-speaking guide at Topkapi Palace
  • Gratuities
  • Access to the Harem Section at Topkapi Palace

What to expect

  1. Basilica Cistern
    1h
    The Basilica Cistern visit does not include hosted entry or a guided highlights tour. You can explore independently with a professionally prepared audio guide available in 25 languages. The cistern is open daily from 09:00 to 18:30.
  2. TopkapI Palace
    3h
    Join a 30-minute guided tour of Topkapi Palace with an included audio guide available in 25 languages. Entry is only possible with your guide. Please meet your guide 15 minutes early in front of the Fountain of Sultan Ahmed III and look for the white flag with the Istanbul Tourist Pass® logo.

    Please note that the Outer Treasury (Weapon Collection), parts of the Matbah-i Amir Kitchen Complex, and the Petition Chamber / Audience Hall are currently closed at Topkapi Palace. Other sections are open as usual.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Basilica Cistern
Yerebatan Caddesi, No:1/3, Istanbul, 34410, Turkiye
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End point
Basilica Cistern
Yerebatan Caddesi, No:1/3, Istanbul, 34410, Turkiye
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Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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