Basilica Cistern Ticket
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Highlights

  • Explore the Basilica Cistern and walk along raised platforms among 336 illuminated marble and granite columns for a unique experience.
  • Discover Byzantine architecture and admire the famous Medusa heads at the base of the columns during your visit.
  • Experience this historic site that has appeared in films like Dan Brown's 'Inferno' and James Bond movies.
  • Enjoy an audio guide available in multiple languages including English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, French, German, Romanian, Croatian, and Arabic.
  • Note: Children under 6 years are free of charge when visiting the Basilica Cistern.

Your Experience

Walk along the raised platforms and soak up the sights while standing safe and dry among 336 illuminated marble and granite columns. See the Byzantine architecture and the famous Medusa heads at the base of the columns. This historic site has appeared in films like Dan Brown's "Inferno" and the James Bond movie.

Important Info

Children under 6 years are free of charge. However, you will still need to wait in line for security checks. The admission ticket includes an audio guide available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, French, German, Romanian, Croatian, and Arabic.

Inclusions

  • 336 columns illuminated
  • Byzantine architecture
  • Medusa heads
  • Dan Brown's Inferno
  • James Bond movie
  • Children under 6 free
  • Security checks required
  • Audio guide available

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options β€” confirm what's included when you select yours.

Must Know

  • Please refer to your voucher for final information regarding meeting points, pick-up locations, and pick-up time

Ticket Delivery

- How to redeem your voucher -

Meet your guide at the Big Bus stop next to Sultanahmet park and show them your smartphone ticket Make sure to be on time! For under-12s, don't forget to bring a valid ID or passport to prove their age

Alemdar, Yerebatan Cd. 1/3, 34110 Fatih/Istanbul, Turkey



Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.

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4.7 (17 reviews)

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