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Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern Skip-the-line Ticket
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Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern Skip-the-line Ticket

Istanbul, Turkey
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Overview

Discover Istanbul’s rich heritage with our exclusive combo ticket, offering access to both the iconic Hagia Sophia and the Basilica Cistern. Wander through the awe-inspiring Hagia Sophia, a monument to centuries of history and Byzantine artistry. With our combo ticket, you have the flexibility to visit both landmarks over a span of 3 days from your first entry, allowing you to explore each site at your own pace and enjoy a thorough experience of Istanbul’s majestic past

What to Expect

  • Save time with pre-booked skip-the-line tickets for a smooth and effortless experience
  • Step back to the 6th century AD as you explore the magnificent Hagia Sophia
  • Delve into the fascinating world of its captivating mosaics and uncover the mysteries they hold
  • Sit back and have the convenience of the tickets being sent to you on your email a day prior to your visit

Please select a visit date

Available Options

COMBO: Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern Skip-the-line Ticket

Adult
1 020 900 UZS
≈$83

Included

  • Skip-the-line ticket to Basilica Cistern
  • Skip-the-line ticket to Hagia Sophia
  • Skipping the ticket purchasing line

Not Included

  • Tour guide
  • Other personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Access to the praying area
  • Skipping the mandatory security check

Eligibility

  • Basilica Cistern free for children aged 0 - 6
  • Hagia Sophia free for children aged 0 - 8

Confirmation

  • You'll get confirmation within minutes. If you don't see any confirmation, reach out to our customer support.

Additional information

  • Re-entry is not allowed after you leave the venue

  • 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

Usage validity

  • 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

Opening hours

  • Monday-Sunday: 09:00-18:30

  • Last admission: 18:00

  • Skipping the security check line

Voucher type

  • Present your mobile voucher
  • Your final vouchers will be sent to you via email/whatsapp a day prior to your scheduled visit

How to redeem

  • Enter the venue directly with your voucher

Address

  • Basilica Cistern
  • Alemdar, Yerebatan Cd. 1/3, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul
  • Hagia Sophia
  • Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya Meydanı No:1, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul

How to get there

  • By train: 5-minute walk from the Sultanahmet stop on the tram code T1

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COMBO: Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern & Topkapi Palace Ticket

Person
1 955 700 UZS
≈$159

Included

  • Skip-the-line ticket to Basilica Cistern
  • Skip-the-line ticket to Hagia Sophia
  • Hosted entry to Topkapi Palace
  • Skipping the ticket purchasing line

Not Included

  • Tour guide
  • Other personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Access to the praying area
  • Skipping the mandatory security check

Eligibility

  • Basilica Cistern free for children aged 0 - 6
  • Hagia Sophia free for children aged 0 - 8
  • Topkapi Palace free for children aged 0 - 6

Confirmation

  • You'll get confirmation within minutes. If you don't see any confirmation, reach out to our customer support.

Additional information

  • Re-entry is not allowed after you leave the venue

  • 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

Usage validity

  • The voucher is valid for 3 day(s) from the participation date. It expires at 23:59 on the last day

  • Tickets for Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern will be sent to your email a day prior of your participation date

  • Please note that the Topkapi Palace visit is a hosted entry. You will meet only the host, who will escort you inside the Topkapi Palace and Harem. Please do not leave the host until you enter the museum.

Opening hours

  • Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern

  • Monday-Sunday: 09:00-18:30

  • Last admission: 18:00

  • Skipping the security check line

  • 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

Voucher type

  • Present your mobile voucher
  • Your final vouchers will be sent to you via email/whatsapp a day prior to your scheduled visit

How to redeem

  • Enter the venue directly with your voucher

Meet-up information

Meet up location for Topkapi Palace

  • Address: Chimney Bistro

    Cankurtaran, Soğuk Çeşme Sk. No:1, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

    Meet your host at the red color City Windows kiosk inside the Chimney Bistro

  • Please refer to the meeting point for assistance

Address

  • Basilica Cistern
  • Alemdar, Yerebatan Cd. 1/3, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul
  • Hagia Sophia
  • Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya Meydanı No:1, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul

How to get there

  • By train: 5-minute walk from the Sultanahmet stop on the tram code T1

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Cancellation Policy

  • You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hour(s) before the activity starts

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