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Attractions & guided tours
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Museums

Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern Fast-Track Ticket

Free cancellation
Place: Istanbul
Validity: Flexible
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted

Why you’ll love this…

  • Immerse yourself in the grandeur of the Ottoman Empire
  • Explore majestic courtyards, gardens, and lavish rooms of Topkapi Palace
  • Take advantage of the immediate entry into the enigmatic chambers of the Basilica Cistern
  • Maximize your exploration time and minimize waiting periods with this combined ticket

What to expect

Discover the grandeur of the Ottoman Empire effortlessly with this skip-the-line combined ticket for two key landmarks: the Topkapi Palace Museum and the Basilica Cistern.

The Topkapi Palace, was once home to the Ottoman sultans. With no need to queue, you can delve straight into exploring the palace’s majestic courtyards, verdant gardens, and lavish rooms. The Palace must be visited with a guided tour led by a professional English-speaking guide, and includes a visit to the renowned Harem Section.

Descend into the depths of the Basilica Cistern, often referred to as the "Underground Palace". Your skip-the-line access allows immediate entry into this intriguing site. An audio guide will accompany you as you navigate its enigmatic chambers, including the iconic Medusa head pillars.

This combined ticket ensures a smooth experience, maximizing your exploration time and minimizing waiting periods. It's an ideal choice for history enthusiasts and casual visitors alike, providing straightforward access to two of Istanbul's most significant sites.

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Important to know

Know in advance:

  • You can visit the two locations any time you want on the day of the booking
  • After booking, you will receive your entry ticket QR ticket via separate e-mail from supplier
  • The QR ticket will only be visible when in proximity to the venue
  • You will need internet connection on your smartphone to retrieve your QR ticket
  • Children will be asked to present their valid passports at the entrance of the museums in order to validate their age
  • All visitors must go through the security check at the entrances
  • Kindly note that due to the limited capacity of the location, you might wait in queue to enter even with the skip-the-line ticket
  • To enter the Topkapi Palace, you must take part in the guided tour operated as Hosted Entry every hour from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Reservations are not required
  • The guide will provide a 20-minute introduction and then accompany visitors inside the palace. Once inside, visitors can explore the palace on their own until 5 PM
  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays. For the updated opening time of the locations, please visit the relative website
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What’s included

Guided tour

Audio guide

Skip-the-line ticket

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Meeting point:

For the Topkapi Palace Hosted Entry and Highlights Tour, visitors should meet the tour guide at Topkapi Cafe, Cankurtaran, Soğuk Çeşme Sk. No:4, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, at least 15 minutes before the guided tour time; while the Basilica Cistern can be visited freely during its opening hours on the booked day.

Provider

City Berry Tourism

Need a hand?

Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.

Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET

Phone number: +1 208-744-6464