Basilica Cistern & Dolmabahce Palace Combo Tickets with Audio Guide

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Explore two contrasting yet equally impressive Istanbul landmarks with a single, convenient Basilica Cistern & Dolmabahce Palace combo ticket. Descend into the atmospheric, pillar-filled Basilica Cistern and then experience the 19th-century imperial grandeur of Dolmabahce Palace. This combo offers streamlined entry options (mandatory security checks still apply), and optional audio guides to deepen your visit with historic context.

What’s Included

  • Admission to Basilica Cistern (self entry with QR code)
  • Admission to Dolmabahce Palace with Harem section (self entry with QR code)
  • Admission to Painting Museum (self entry with QR code)
  • Audio guide for Dolmabahce Palace
  • Audio guide for Basilica Cistern
  • Skip-the-ticket-line option (security check is still mandatory).

What’s Excluded

  • Live guidance
  • Headphones or earphones for audio guides
  • Night shift entry to Basilica Cistern (after 18:30 - 6:30 PM)

Locations

Basilica Cistern — Self Entry (QR Code)

The Basilica Cistern is located in the historic Sultanahmet district. Present your skip-the-ticket-line QR code at the entrance for direct access to the Cistern.

View Basilica Cistern on Google Maps

Dolmabahce Palace — Self Entry (QR Code)

Dolmabahce Palace sits on the Bosphorus waterfront in the Besiktas neighborhood. Present your skip-the-ticket-line QR code at the entrance for direct access to the Dolmabahce Palace. Your ticket includes the Harem section and Painting Museum as well!

View Dolmabahce Palace on Google Maps

Know Before You Go

  • Dolmabahce Palace is closed on Mondays.
  • Passport or ID is mandatory to get an audio guide in Dolmabahce Palace.
  • Last entry to Dolmabahce Palace is at 17:00 (5:00 PM)
  • Basilica Cistern tickets are only valid from 09:00 - 18:30 (during day shift)
  • Re-entry is not permitted for both sites.
  • There is no internet connection inside the Basilica Cistern. The audio guide requires internet access, so please download it before your visit and ensure your device is compatible.

Important Notes

  • The tickets can be used for 3 consecutive days.
  • Basilica Cistern access is limited to daytime hours, tickets are valid between 09:00 - 18:30
  • Cancellations are permitted up to 24 hours before your scheduled time. Tickets are non-refundable within the last 24 hours.

Ideal for travelers who want to experience both the subterranean mystery of the Basilica Cistern and the 19th-century splendor of Dolmabahce Palace. Discover two of Istanbul’s most remarkable landmarks with the Basilica Cistern & Dolmabahce Palace combo ticket.

The Dolmabahce Palace is free for children aged 0-6, and you do not need to purchase a ticket. To receive a free ticket, you must present the child's passport to the authorized staff at the entrance. If the child's passport is not presented, a standard admission ticket must be purchased.

The Basilica Cistern is free for children aged 0-6, and you do not need to purchase a ticket. To receive a free ticket, you must present the child's passport to the authorized staff at the entrance. If the child's passport is not presented, a standard admission ticket must be purchased.

Convenient combo for two Istanbul sights

As a first-time visitor, I liked having both places on one ticket. Entry was straightforward with the QR code, though security still took a little time. The cistern felt more atmospheric, while the palace was more formal. The audio guide helped, and fitting both into one day worked well.

Convenient Combo

Both sites were impressive, though security lines took some time.

Smooth visit to both sites, though security lines took patience.

Smooth visit to both sites, though security lines took patience.

Smooth combo for two iconic Istanbul spots

Entry was quick, and both sites fit nicely into one day.

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