Topkapi Palace, Harem and Basilica Cistern Guided Tour with Tickets
Topkapi Palace
- Discover Istanbul's most famous landmarks on a personalized tour for a hassle-free experience
- Enjoy priority access with expert guidance, making your visit seamless and enriching
- Experience the Basilica Cistern with exclusive tickets
- Uncover the fascinating stories of the Ottoman Empire during a guided tour of Topkapi Palace
What to expect
Join a guided tour to explore some of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks, including Topkapi Palace and the Basilica Cistern, with priority admission and expert guidance. Begin your journey in the historic Sultanahmet district at Topkapi Palace, the former residence of the Ottoman sultans. You may also choose to visit the Harem and the imperial kitchens for a deeper insight into royal daily life.
Continue to the Basilica Cistern, also known as the “Subterranean Palace.” Walk along wooden platforms above the water, admire the forest of ancient columns, and see the famous upside-down Medusa heads while learning about the ingenuity of Byzantine engineering.
Discover the grandeur of the Ottoman Empire at Topkapi Palace with priority access
Benefit from insightful commentary by a knowledgeable guide throughout the journey
Wander through the palace’s impressive buildings, pavilions, and courtyard full of historical factors
Marvel at the famous upside-down Medusa heads in the Basilica Cistern
Discover the Basilica Cistern’s historical importance and its role in ancient Istanbul
Skip the lines with priority access to the Basilica Cistern, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace
Reviews
Review for: Small Group Guided Tour (Topkapi + Basilica)
Batu is an excellent guide! Cistern Basilica is absolutely brilliant; a must see in this fantastic city.
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