Basilica Cistern Tour Meeting Point

• Meet with the guide in front of the Busforus Sultanahmet (Old City) Stop.
• Our guide will hold the Istanbul E-pass flag at the meeting point and time.
• The Busforus Old City Stop is located across the Hagia Sophia, and you can easily spot red double-decker buses.
• Click here to see the meeting point.

Highlights

• Avoid the lengthy queues and explore the largest ancient water cistern housing two renowned Medusa heads.
• Enhance your understanding of this cathedral-sized cistern by joining a guided tour conducted in English.
• Be captivated by the submerged palace and uncover an expansive man-made freshwater lake equivalent in size to two football fields.
• Experience elements of the cistern that played a prominent role in beloved James Bond films.

Inclusions

• Entry to the Basilica Cistern
• Skip the ticket line
• 20-minute tour with a Professional English-speaking guide

Exclusions

• Meals are not included in the package.
• Hotel transfers are not provided as part of this offer.

Discover Istanbul's Hidden Treasures

Beneath the vibrant streets of Istanbul lies a world steeped in secrets and centuries of history. Our Basilica Cistern Guided Tour invites you to explore the mysterious depths of this subterranean wonder, once a lifeline to Constantinople's inhabitants.

As you wander through softly illuminated chambers, you'll encounter the mesmerizing spectacle of 336 majestic columns, some adorned with the captivating gaze of the legendary Medusa. Our team of seasoned guides will transport you through time, narrating captivating stories of emperors, visionary architects, and enduring legends that have left an indelible mark on this awe-inspiring underground masterpiece.

Secure your place today for an adventure that seamlessly connects the past with the present.

Note: Baby strollers of any kind, animals, and cutting, stabbing, pushing, or weapon-like items are strictly prohibited inside the museum.