- Hagia Sophia
- Monday-Sunday: 09:00-19:00
- Last admission: 18:30
- Note: Hagia Sophia is closed between 12:00-2:30 PM on Fridays due to Friday prayer
- Basilica Cistern
- Monday - Sunday : Entry is restricted to the selected time slot (available slots: 9:00 AM - 4:45 PM).
- Once inside, you may stay until closing at 6:30 PM
- Topkapi Palace
- Wednesday - Monday : Entry is restricted to the selected time slot (available slots: 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM).
- Once inside, you may stay until closing at 5 PM
- Closed on Tuesdays
- Security checks are mandatory for all sites





Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern Skip-the-line Ticket
Packages
COMBO: Hagia Sophia + Basilica Cistern (Skip-the-line ticket)






- Basilica Cistern free for children aged 0 - 7
- Hagia Sophia free for children aged 0 - 7
- A document verifying the child's age must be presented at the entrance
- It is required to wear respectful attire when entering the Hagia Sophia
- Women are advised against wearing knee-length shorts, skirts, or attire revealing shoulders or chests, and are encouraged to partially cover their hair with a scarf
- Please note that due to ongoing renovation, certain areas of the Hagia Sophia may be inaccessible to visitors at this time
- There is a mandatory security queue, and it is not skippable. In high season, security checks can take up to an hour
- Re-entry is not allowed after you leave the venue
- The voucher is valid for 3 day(s) from the participation date. It expires at 23:59 on the last day
- Tickets will be sent to your email a day prior of your participation date
- Present your mobile voucher
- Your final vouchers will be sent to you via email/whatsapp a day prior to your scheduled visit
- Enter the venue directly with your voucher
- Basilica Cistern
- Alemdar, Yerebatan Cd. 1/3, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul
- Hagia Sophia
- Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya Meydanı No:1, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul
- By train: 5-minute walk from the Sultanahmet stop on the tram code T1
COMBO: Hagia Sophia Ticket + Basilica Cistern Guided Tour (Skip-the-line access)
COMBO: Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern & Topkapi Palace Ticket
Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern + Yacht Cruise Ticket
Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern + Turkish Dance Show Ticket
Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern + Dolmabahce Palace Ticket
Reviews
Highlights

Meeting Point for Basilica Cistern hosted/guided entry
Meet at the Busforus Bus Stop sign across the Hagia Sophia https://goo.gl/maps/gEfpYGHM27pHxdsW6 Please be at the meeting point before the tour starts The guide will be holding a white-orange E-pass flag or umbrella at the meeting point 5 minutes before the tour starts
Guide
- Experience the mystical ambiance of the Basilica Cistern, an ancient underground reservoir adorned with captivating columns and atmospheric lighting
- Discover the awe-inspiring Hagia Sophia, a testament to Byzantine and Ottoman grandeur
- Skip-the-ticket-line access to both Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia
- Explore at your own pace with tickets valid for three days after your first usage
Uncover the magic of Istanbul with convenient, skip-the-line tickets to two of its most iconic sites. Begin your journey at the Basilica Cistern, where you can wander through the ancient, underground marvel at your leisure. Then, proceed to the Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine and Ottoman architecture, and explore its storied past. Enjoy the freedom to visit these remarkable landmarks at your own pace, without the hassle of waiting in long lines.
This activity is a combo of the Basilica Cistern Guided entry and Hagia Sophia Mosque ticket. Your combo ticket is valid for three (3) consecutive days.
Using your ticket
- This activity is a combo of the Basilica Cistern Guided entry and Hagia Sophia Mosque ticket. Your combo ticket is valid for three (3) consecutive days.
- Tickets for Hagia Sophia will be sent to your email a day prior of your participation date or in 5-minutes for same day participation
- Please note that the Basilica Cistern visit is a hosted/guided entry. You will meet only the host, who will escort you inside the Basilica Cistern
FAQs
Who built the Basilica Cistern in Istanbul?
The mesmerizing Basilica Cistern was built by Emperor Justinian in 532 A.D., making it over 1,400 years old.
Is the Basilica Cistern very famous?
Yes, Istanbul has many cisterns, but the Basilica Cistern is especially famous for its grand architecture, ancient columns, and the mysterious Medusa heads.
What to wear at the Basilica Cistern?
There is no dress code, but since it’s underground, the area can be chilly, damp, and humid. It’s best to bring a light sweater and wear comfortable, closed shoes to walk safely on the steel pathways
Where is Hagia Sophia?
Hagia Sophia is located in the European part of Sultanahmet Square. The address is Sultanahmet, Ayasofya Meydanı No:1, 34122 Fatih, İstanbul, Turkey.
Is it very hot at Hagia Sophia?
Try to visit during the winter months for more pleasant and cooler weather.
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Hagia Sophia

Guidebook
- Experience the mystical ambiance of the Basilica Cistern, an ancient underground reservoir adorned with captivating columns and atmospheric lighting
- Discover the awe-inspiring Hagia Sophia, a testament to Byzantine and Ottoman grandeur
- Skip-the-ticket-line access to both Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia
- Explore at your own pace with tickets valid for three days after your first usage
Uncover the magic of Istanbul with convenient, skip-the-line tickets to two of its most iconic sites. Begin your journey at the Basilica Cistern, where you can wander through the ancient, underground marvel at your leisure. Then, proceed to the Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine and Ottoman architecture, and explore its storied past. Enjoy the freedom to visit these remarkable landmarks at your own pace, without the hassle of waiting in long lines.
This activity is a combo of the Basilica Cistern Guided entry and Hagia Sophia Mosque ticket. Your combo ticket is valid for three (3) consecutive days.
Using your ticket
- This activity is a combo of the Basilica Cistern Guided entry and Hagia Sophia Mosque ticket. Your combo ticket is valid for three (3) consecutive days.
- Tickets for Hagia Sophia will be sent to your email a day prior of your participation date or in 5-minutes for same day participation
- Please note that the Basilica Cistern visit is a hosted/guided entry. You will meet only the host, who will escort you inside the Basilica Cistern
Highlights
Meeting Point for Basilica Cistern hosted/guided entry
Meet at the Busforus Bus Stop sign across the Hagia Sophia
https://goo.gl/maps/gEfpYGHM27pHxdsW6
Please be at the meeting point before the tour starts
The guide will be holding a white-orange E-pass flag or umbrella at the meeting point 5 minutes before the tour starts
