Basilica Cistern & Topkapi Palace & Hagia Sophia Combo Ticket with Audio Guide

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Discover Istanbul’s most iconic historic landmarks with a single, practical combo ticket. Step back in time as you explore the mystical Basilica Cistern, stroll through the opulent chambers of the Topkapi Palace and marvel at the architectural splendor of Hagia Sophia. Benefit from skip-the-ticket-line access (note: mandatory security screening still applies), insightful host assistance, and an audio guide to enrich your visit with fascinating details.

This experience includes entry to Basilica Cistern & Topkapi Palace & Hagia Sophia. The combo ticket is valid for 3 consecutive days.

Highlights

  • Enter each attraction faster with advance skip-the-ticket-line entry
  • Join any available session during visiting hours—no strict time commitment
  • Admire rich mosaics and centuries-old architecture at your own rhythm
  • Spend as much time as you wish inside each museum

What’s Included/Not Included

✓ Entry ticket for Hagia Sophia Mosque
✓ Entry ticket for Topkapi Palace with host
✓ Guided entry with skip the ticket line to Basilica Cistern
✓ Audio guide in 13 languages (English, German, Spanish, French, Croatian, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic, Romanian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese.)

✗ Live guidance
✗ Headphones
✗ Harem section in Topkapi Palace

Meeting Points

Topkapi Palace – Entry with Host

Meet your host at the red City Windows kiosk located inside Chimney Bistro. The host will accompany you to the palace. Please ensure you arrive 15 minutes before your chosen time and stay with your host until entry is complete.

Host access is available daily except Tuesdays. Choose the time that best fits your day.
Available Times: 09:30, 09:45, 10:00, 10:15, 10:30, 10:45, 11:00, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:15, 12:30, 12:45, 13:00, 13:15, 13:30, 13:45, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00

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Hagia Sophia – Self Entry with Audio Guide

There is no host or guided entry for Hagia Sophia. Visitors may enter independently during standard opening hours using the digital ticket and the audio guide application.

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Basilica Cistern – Self Entry with Audio Guide

Basilica Cistern does not require a host or guide. Just show your ticket at the entrance and enjoy the historical site on your own during operating hours.

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Not Allowed

Consumption of alcohol or illegal substances

Not Suitable For

  • Guests in wheelchairs

Know Before You Go

  • Topkapi Palace remains closed every Tuesday.
  • Hagia Sophia is closed on Fridays between 12:00 to 14:30 due to prayer.
  • Re-entry is not permitted once you exit the venue.
  • Host guidance is limited to escorting you into the Topkapi Palace—do not separate from your host until entry is completed.
  • Appropriate dress is required at Hagia Sophia: women should cover part of their hair, shoulders and legs. Men should avoid wearing shorts above the knee.
  • Scarves and suitable garments are available at the entrance.
  • Baby strollers of any kind, animals, and cutting, stabbing, pushing, or weapon-like items are strictly prohibited inside the museum.
  • Security checks are mandatory at all sites and cannot be skipped. During peak periods, queues may take a while.
  • Audio guides require a working internet connection. They can be downloadable in advance.

Note: Tickets can be cancelled free of charge up to 24 hours before your reservation date.

The Topkapi Palace is free for children aged 0-5, 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 Hagia Sophia is free for children aged 0-7, 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.

Bilet practic pentru trei obiective importante

Ca vizitator pentru prima dată, am apreciat că biletul combinat a făcut ziua mai simplă. Intrarea la cele trei locuri a mers bine, iar audio ghidul a ajutat. La Topkapi am așteptat puțin la control, dar per total a fost comod și bine pentru programul nostru scurt din Istanbul.

Smooth combo for three landmarks

Skip-the-ticket-line helped, though security checks still took some time.

Smooth access to three landmarks

Good value for three sites, though security lines still took time.

Practical combo for three major sites

Convenient ticket, though security lines still took longer than expected.

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