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Basilica Cistern Tours Istanbul

Name: Basilica Cistern Tours
Brand: Basilica Cistern Tours
SKU: 1240
Price: 2930.51 TRY
Availability: InStock
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Last Updated: 24th Sep 2026

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The Basilica Cistern Museum, one of the magnificent ancient buildings of Istanbul is the Basilica Cistern located in the southwest of Hagia Sofia. Children aged 0-5 can enter free. Book Tickets Online & Save.

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Guided Tour

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$ 60.01

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What’s included:

Explore Basilica Cistern, the largest of the several hundred ancient cisterns in Istanbul, with an English-speaking guide.

Cancellation & Refund Policy:

Free cancellation, refund, or rescheduling available up to 48 hours before the start time (Istanbul time).

Basilica Cistern: Skip The Line Ticket

From $ 65.46

$ 60.66

8% OFF

What’s included:

Skip-the-line ticket for Basilica Cistern.

What’s not included:

Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Live guide.

Cancellation & Refund Policy:

Free cancellation, refund, or rescheduling available up to 24 hours before the start time (Istanbul time).

Basilica Cistern: Skip The Line Ticket + Guided Tour

From $ 65.46

$ 60.66

8% OFF

What’s included:

Entry to Basilica Cistern.
Skip-the-line ticket.
Professional English-speaking tour guide.

What’s not included:

Transportation.
Meal.

Cancellation & Refund Policy:

Free cancellation, refund, or rescheduling available up to 24 hours before the start time (Istanbul time).

Hagia Sophia & Basilica Cistern: Guided Tour

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$ 80.13

What’s included:

Entry to Hagia Sophia.
Entry to Basilica Cistern.
Live guide.
Guided tour.
Free time.

What’s not included:

Scarves (available for purchase onsite).

Cancellation & Refund Policy:

Free cancellation, refund, or rescheduling available up to 24 hours before the start time (Istanbul time).

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Basilica Cistern: Skip The Line Ticket

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Highlights

Embark on a journey to explore the captivating beauty of Byzantine architecture hidden beneath Istanbul's streets.
Be amazed by the intricate craftsmanship of marble columns that stand as silent witnesses to centuries of history.
Discover the enigmatic Medusa sculptures, steeped in myth and history, and learn the fascinating stories surrounding their placement within the cistern.
Dive deep into history as our expert guides provide you with profound insights into the cistern's origins, from its construction during Emperor Justinian I's reign to its pivotal role in ancient Constantinople.
Don't miss the chance to capture stunning photos of the cistern's reflections and architectural wonders to share with your friends and followers.
Conclude your tour with a visit to our souvenir shop, where you can find one-of-a-kind mementos to commemorate your Basilica Cistern adventure.

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Free cancellation, refund, or rescheduling available up to 48 hours before the start time (Istanbul time).

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Entry & Services:

All children will be requested to present a valid passport or ID at the entrance of the museum for age verification.
Basilica Cistern tour is in the English language.