Step beneath the streets of Istanbul and wander through the mysterious and majestic Basilica Cistern, one of the city’s most intriguing historical landmarks. With your fast-track entry and audio guide, explore a world of shadowy columns, glowing reflections, and the legendary Medusa heads in this 6th-century marvel, once used to store water for the Byzantine Empire.

What to bring

• Headphones
• Charged Smartphone

Know before you go

• Receive your tickets in a separate email right after your order. If you booking is in a future date you will receive your tickets and audio guide instructions 1 day before the activity via email. Make sure you check your email.
• There is limited internet access on the venue, please download the audio guide that instructed on the confirmation email before going to your attraction.

• Meet your host at the designated meeting point near the Basilica Cistern
• Skip the general entry ticket line with priority admission
• Receive your audio guide and begin exploring the atmospheric underground chamber
• Stroll along the walkways past 336 ancient columns, each lit to dramatic effect
• Learn about the engineering techniques, Byzantine history, and cultural legends through your audio guide
• Marvel at the two iconic Medusa head columns and discover their hidden symbolism
• Enjoy the eerie beauty and reflective serenity of this unique site at your own pace

• Fast-track entry ticket to the Basilica Cistern
• Audio guide available in multiple languages
• On-site host assistance to guide you in
• Access to all open areas within the cistern