Istanbul Combo Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern
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4h
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About this experience
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, treasures, and royal chambers. 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: 09:30, 11:00, 12:00, 13:30, 15:30 (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 purple-and-fuchsia umbrella.
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Available options
TP-BC - TPBC58
What's included
Entry to Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern
Flexible exploration time at both attractions
Audio guide available in 25 languages
Access to the Harem Section at Topkapi Palace
Hosted entry tour with professional English-speaking guide at Topkapi Palace
Detailed itinerary
1
Stop 1
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
Stop 2
Join a 20-minute guided tour of Topkapi Palace with an included audio guide available in 25 languages. Entry is only possible with your guide. Tours run daily except Tuesdays at 09:30, 11:00, 12:00, 13:30, and 15:30. 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.
What's not included
Gratuities
Available languages
Audio guide
EN
Guide guide
EN
Written guide
EN
Important information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Important notes
Please consider the operating hours of the attractions included in this combo. Your QR ticket will be sent to you via email.
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per person
Price varies by option
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