15 Best Basilica Cistern Tickets

“Basilica Cistern is a must see in Istanbul, Fast track entry helped avoid lines, we were in a separate line and got in almost immediately”

“skip the line was brilliant. we didn't really queue at all. You need your own headphones and phone for the audio guide. The wifi didn't really work for the audio but the text worked fine. Overall a good experience”

“it deserve to skip the line time saving and lessen the fatigue. good to see this”

“Very fast and simple way to buy tickets. Also I recommend to get a e-sim to use audio guide in Aya-Sofiya, because wifi here is problematic”

“All very good, the audio could benefit from some shorter entries. There are also real guides in the Blue mosque who were very insightful.”

“The guide was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, and a pleasure to listen to. He shared great stories and fascinating historical background. The pace of the tour was perfect—relaxed yet still allowing us to cover everything. It never felt rushed, and there was plenty of time…”

“professionality, courtesy, knowledge and availability. Great guide!”

“Ot is a short tour 10 min.. Very nice to see but proce 30e to high”

“Fantastic! So much great information and a good pace. Worth doing m!!!”

“All must see highlights of Istanbul. In particular, the Basilica Cistern is such a unique place it is hard to comprehend it all. Make sure you allow several hours for Topkapi Palace. There is a lot to see. It's definitely worth the time investment. Hagia…”

“Guide was good but gave very short amount of information, could have been more. Basilica really cool. Entrance price bit expensive”

“Sabih was an engaging and informative guide! getting access to the three sites was convenient and it felt like we spent sufficient time in each, Hagia Sofia was my particular favourite.”

“The only benefit of this tour versus buying your own ticket is that you don't have to wait in a very long line to get in (you skip the line) and you get ten minute short storyline about basilica - then you explore on your…”

“This is worth the money because you get into the Cistern quickly then get a short introduction to the place. Then you can follow the crowds through the pillars which have a few surprises that the guide will tell you to look for. The experience…”

“Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern are the Highlights of Istanbul // Marathon, the personal guide was tremendius! He took care of everything and explained clearly.”