Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Fast-Track Entry and Audio Guide

Enjoy total flexibility with this ticket valid all day during the opening times. Jump the queues, use the online ticket line, save up to 2 hours and and benefit from a free audio guide.

About this activity

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Live tour guide

English,German,French,Italian,Spanish

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Details on this Activity

Itinerary

Explore the striking Basilica Cistern during your visit to Istanbul. Journey beneath the earth's surface and admire the distinctive architecture while listening to an audio guide that will give you insights into the history of this place. Journey back in time and discover the ancient Byzantine Empire. Make your way down the stairs and discover the Basilica Cistern beneath the streets of Istanbul. Wander through the ancient structure and admire the architecture and ornamentation including Medusa heads from Greek mythology. As you listen to the audio guide, learn more about the Basilica Cistern's fascinating history. Stay inside for as long as you want and take some great photos of one of the top attractions in Istanbul.

Highlights

Enjoy total flexibility: ticket is valid all day long, come whenever you want
Use the online ticket line and jump the ticket queue
Save at least 2 hours by not standing in the ticket line
Enjoy a free audio guide app in English, German, French, Italien, Spanish
Gain special insights with audioguide and take amazing pictures with Medusa Head

Know before you go

Receive your tickets in a seperate email right after your order. If you booking is in a future date you will receive your tickets and audio guide instructions 1 day before the activity via email. Make sure you check your email. There is limited internet access on the venue, please download the audio guide that instructed on the confirmation email before going to your attraction.

Includes

Skip-the-line entry ticket with all-day validity Audio guide in 5 languages Hygenic audio guide on your own smartphone

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