Topkapi Palace & Basilica Cistern & Hagia Sophia Combo Tickets with Audio Guide

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Discover three of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks in one convenient experience. Explore the mysterious Basilica Cistern, discover the historic Topkapi Palace, and admire the world-famous Hagia Sophia with a single combo ticket. Skip the ticket lines, save time, and explore centuries of history with the assistance of a host at Topkapi Palace and a multilingual audio guide. Mandatory security checks still apply.

This experience includes entry to Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace, and Hagia Sophia. The combo ticket is valid for 3 consecutive days, allowing you to plan your visits at your own pace.

Meeting Points and Locations

Topkapi Palace

Meet your host at the red City Windows kiosk inside Chimney Bistro. The host will assist you with entry to Topkapi Palace.

View Topkapi Palace Meeting Point

Basilica Cistern

This is not a guided tour. Simply present your ticket at the entrance.

Address: Alemdar, Yerebatan Cd. 1/3, Fatih, Istanbul

View Basilica Cistern Location

Hagia Sophia

This is not a guided tour. Simply present your ticket at the designated visitor entrance.

Address: Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya Meydanı No:1, Fatih, Istanbul

View Hagia Sophia Location

Tour Timings

Topkapi Palace

For your visit to Topkapi Palace, select one of the available timed entry slots on your chosen reservation date. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before your selected time.

Available Entry Times:

09:30, 09:45, 10:00, 10:15, 10:30, 10:45, 11:00, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:15, 12:30, 12:45, 13:00, 13:15, 13:30, 13:45, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00

Highlights

  • Explore the ancient underground chambers and atmospheric columns of Basilica Cistern.
  • Discover the historic courtyards, architecture, and gardens of Topkapi Palace.
  • Admire the remarkable mosaics and magnificent dome of Hagia Sophia from the designated visitor areas.
  • Skip the ticket lines at all three attractions. Mandatory security checks still apply.
  • Explore the attractions over 3 consecutive days with one convenient combo ticket.
  • Learn about the landmarks with a multilingual audio guide.

What's Included and Not Included

Included

  • Skip-the-ticket-line entry to Basilica Cistern.
  • Skip-the-ticket-line entry to Topkapi Palace.
  • Skip-the-ticket-line entry to Hagia Sophia Mosque (upper gallery and designated visitor areas).
  • Host assistance for entry to Topkapi Palace.
  • Audio guide available in 13 languages: English, German, Spanish, French, Croatian, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic, Romanian, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese.

Not Included

  • Live guided tours.
  • Entry to the Harem section of Topkapi Palace.
  • Access to the ground-floor prayer area of Hagia Sophia.

Know Before You Go

Topkapi Palace

  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays.
  • This is not a live guided tour. A host will meet you and assist with entry to the palace.
  • Remain with your host until the entry process is completed.
  • Arrive at the designated meeting point at least 10 minutes before your selected entry time.
  • Re-entry is not permitted after leaving the palace.
  • The Harem section is not included in this ticket.

Hagia Sophia

  • Visitor access is limited to the upper gallery and designated visiting areas. The ground-floor prayer area is not included.
  • Women: Hair should be partially covered with a scarf. Avoid short skirts, shorts, sleeveless tops, and revealing clothing.
  • Men: Avoid shorts and sleeveless tops. Modest clothing is required.
  • Scarves and appropriate clothing are available for purchase at the entrance.
  • Visitor access may be restricted during prayer times.
  • Re-entry is not permitted after leaving the attraction.

Security Checks and Audio Guide

  • Mandatory security checks cannot be skipped at any of the attractions.
  • During busy periods, security waiting times at Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia may reach 30 minutes or longer.
  • The audio guide requires an internet connection for initial access and downloading.
  • Internet access may be limited inside the attractions. Download the audio guide before your visit to use it offline.

Important Notes

  • Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia tickets are valid from 09:00 to 18:00. Access remains subject to venue operating hours and visitor restrictions.
  • Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before your reservation date.
  • The combo ticket is valid for 3 consecutive days.
  • Baby strollers, animals, sharp objects, and weapons or weapon-like items are prohibited inside the museum.
  • Hagia Sophia is under partial renovation. Visits are allowed.

The Basilica Cistern is free for children aged 0-6, and you do not need to purchase a ticket. To receive a free ticket, you must present the child's passport to the authorized staff at the entrance. If the child's passport is not presented, a standard admission ticket must be purchased.

The Hagia Sophia is free for children aged 0-7, and you do not need to purchase a ticket. To receive a free ticket, you must present the child's passport to the authorized staff at the entrance. If the child's passport is not presented, a standard admission ticket must be purchased.

The Topkapi Palace is free for children aged 0-5, and you do not need to purchase a ticket. To receive a free ticket, you must present the child's passport to the authorized staff at the entrance. If the child's passport is not presented, a standard admission ticket must be purchased.

Smooth way to see Istanbul

Convenient tickets, but security lines still took longer than expected.

Smooth three-site visit

Convenient combo ticket, though security lines still took some patience.

Convenient combo for a busy day

Convenient combo ticket, though security lines still took time. Audio guides worked fine and helped.

Smooth access across all three

Quick entry, audio guide helped.