Basilica Cistern Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Tickets
Highlights
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Experience skip-the-line entry and a knowledgeable guided tour of the Basilica Cistern. Enhance your visit with optional guided tours of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.
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Opt for a self-guided audio tour for flexibility, or join a local guide to delve into the underground chambers of the Basilica Cistern. Discover its historical significance as a water reservoir in ancient Constantinople.
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Upgrade to a guided tour of Hagia Sophia to unravel the captivating history behind its remarkable mosaics, majestic dome, and transformative journey from church to mosque.
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Include a guided tour of the Blue Mosque to admire its six minarets, impressive prayer hall, and exquisite Iznik tiles. Benefit from the insights provided by an expert guide.
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Did You Know? The Basilica Cistern boasts 336 marble columns, some dating back to Roman eras, creating a mesmerizing and surreal ambiance.










