Istanbul Combo Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern

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4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 2 more

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, 14:30, 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 Archaeological Museum entrance. Look for the purple-and-fuchsia umbrella.

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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
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Basilica Cistern
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Basilica Cistern

    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.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    TopkapI Palace

    Join a 20-minute guided tour of Topkapi Palace with included audio guide in 25 languages. Entry is only possible with your guide. Tours run daily except Tuesdays at 09:30, 11:00, 12:00, 13:30, 14:30, and 15:30. Please meet your guide 15 minutes early at the Istanbul Archaeological Museum entrance and look for the purple and fuchsia umbrella with the Istanbul Tourist Pass logo.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Istanbul Tourist Pass®

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Historical Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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