Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern & Topkapi Palace: Entry + Guided Tour
About this experience
Prepare for a tour of Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Basilica Cistern in Istanbul to learn about Byzantine and Ottoman history.
Start at the Basilica Cistern, walking on wooden platforms above the water.
Visit Hagia Sophia and see its transformation from a Greek Orthodox church to a mosque.
Reach the Topkapi Palace and explore its buildings, pavilions, and courtyards.
Listen to the guide, who will share insights into life in the Ottoman Empire, and explore the Harem at your own pace after the tour ends.
Know before you go
- Duration
- 4 hr
- Guide language
- English
- Smartphone ticket
- Yes
- Wheelchair accessible
- No
- Meeting point
- At Meydanı Caddesi no:40
What’s included
- Entry tickets for Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and Basilica Cistern
- Licensed guide
- Audio headset
What’s not included
- Transfers
- Food and drinks
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