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Basilica Cistern Tickets
Tourist exploring the historic Basilica Cistern in Istanbul, Turkey.
Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern tour in Istanbul, showcasing historic architecture and cultural landmarks.
Pillars inside the Basilica Cistern in Istanbul with dimly lit arches and reflections on water.
Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern tour in Istanbul, showcasing historic architecture and cultural landmarks.
Renovated Basilica Cistern with illuminated columns, Sultanahmet District, Fatih, Istanbul.
Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern tour in Istanbul, showcasing historic architecture and cultural landmarks.
Tourist admiring Hagia Sophia's architecture in Istanbul, Turkey.
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  • Marvel at the cistern's vast underground chambers, supported by 336 marble columns, and learn more about its role as a water reservoir for Constantinople from your guide.

  • Skip the lines and explore Basilica Cistern with a local expert or a multilingual audio guide.

  • Choose a self-guided audio tour to explore at your own pace or join a local guide for expert commentary and insider stories that bring this underground marvel to life.

  • Upgrade your experience to include a guided tour of Hagia Sophia with skip-the-line access, allowing you to explore two of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks in one seamless visit.

  • Fun fact: The Basilica Cistern is home to two upside-down Medusa head statues, which are believed to have been repurposed from ancient Roman temples, adding an air of mystery to the site.

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  • Marvel at the cistern's vast underground chambers, supported by 336 marble columns, and learn more about its role as a water reservoir for Constantinople from your guide.

  • Skip the lines and explore Basilica Cistern with a local expert or a multilingual audio guide.

  • Choose a self-guided audio tour to explore at your own pace or join a local guide for expert commentary and insider stories that bring this underground marvel to life.

  • Upgrade your experience to include a guided tour of Hagia Sophia with skip-the-line access, allowing you to explore two of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks in one seamless visit.

  • Fun fact: The Basilica Cistern is home to two upside-down Medusa head statues, which are believed to have been repurposed from ancient Roman temples, adding an air of mystery to the site.

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€32.90
Illuminated columns in the underground Basilica Cistern, Istanbul.
Visitors observing ancient columns inside Basilica Cistern, Istanbul.
Upside down Medusa head column in Basilica Cistern, Istanbul.
Boy exploring Basilica Cistern in Istanbul, surrounded by ancient columns and dimly lit arches.
The illuminated columns of the Basilica Cistern in Istanbul during a guided tour.
Basilica Cistern in Istanbul with illuminated columns reflecting in water.
Upside down Medusa head sculpture in Istanbul's Basilica Cistern.
Medusa head statue in the underground Basilica Cistern, Istanbul.
Hand sculpture at basilica cistern
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  • This ticket offers skip-the-line entry and a guided tour of the Basilica Cistern, plus the option to add guided tours of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.

  • Choose a self-guided audio tour for a flexible experience, or join a local guide to explore the underground chambers of the Basilica Cistern and learn about its role as a water reservoir in ancient Constantinople.

  • Upgrade to a guided tour of Hagia Sophia, where an expert guide reveals the history behind its stunning mosaics, grand dome, and transition from church to mosque.

  • Add a guided tour of the Blue Mosque to explore its six minarets, grand prayer hall, and intricate Iznik tiles, with insights from an expert guide.

  • Fun fact: The Basilica Cistern features 336 marble columns, some dating back to Roman times, creating a stunning, otherworldly atmosphere.

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  • This ticket offers skip-the-line entry and a guided tour of the Basilica Cistern, plus the option to add guided tours of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.

  • Choose a self-guided audio tour for a flexible experience, or join a local guide to explore the underground chambers of the Basilica Cistern and learn about its role as a water reservoir in ancient Constantinople.

  • Upgrade to a guided tour of Hagia Sophia, where an expert guide reveals the history behind its stunning mosaics, grand dome, and transition from church to mosque.

  • Add a guided tour of the Blue Mosque to explore its six minarets, grand prayer hall, and intricate Iznik tiles, with insights from an expert guide.

  • Fun fact: The Basilica Cistern features 336 marble columns, some dating back to Roman times, creating a stunning, otherworldly atmosphere.

from €44
€41.80

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Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia
Woman exploring Basilica Cistern, Istanbul, with illuminated columns and arches.
Basilica Cistern's illuminated columns in Istanbul, part of the Istanbul Combo tour.
Hagia Sophia exterior with visitors in Istanbul on a sunny day.
Hagia Sophia mosaics detail, Istanbul, Turkey.
Basilica Cistern interior with columns, part of Istanbul Combo tour including Blue Mosque and Bosphorus Cruise.
Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern tour in Istanbul, showcasing historic architecture and cultural landmarks.
Statue inside the Basilica cistern
Imperial gate of Hagia Sophia with intricate carvings, Istanbul, Turkey.
Selfie spot inside Hagia Sophia
Guided tour inside Hagia Sophia
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  • Get instant access to Hagia Sophia and the Basilica Cistern in one convenient combo—and save 11% compared to buying separately.

  • With just 110 meters between sites, this combo is perfect for a smooth, self-paced visit without long transfers or complicated planning.

  • Enjoy skip-the-line entry and explore the ancient underground cistern with a self-guided audio tour in 7 languages.

  • Bypass the long lines and head straight into Hagia Sophia, with exclusive Upper Gallery access and a multilingual audio guide to bring its stories to life.

  • Fun fact: The Basilica Cistern is capable of holding 80,000 cubic meters of water, enough to fill around 32 Olympic-sized swimming pools!

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  • Get instant access to Hagia Sophia and the Basilica Cistern in one convenient combo—and save 11% compared to buying separately.

  • With just 110 meters between sites, this combo is perfect for a smooth, self-paced visit without long transfers or complicated planning.

  • Enjoy skip-the-line entry and explore the ancient underground cistern with a self-guided audio tour in 7 languages.

  • Bypass the long lines and head straight into Hagia Sophia, with exclusive Upper Gallery access and a multilingual audio guide to bring its stories to life.

  • Fun fact: The Basilica Cistern is capable of holding 80,000 cubic meters of water, enough to fill around 32 Olympic-sized swimming pools!

from €71.50
€64.98

9% off

Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia & Basilica Cistern Entry Tickets
Exterior of the Topkapi palace
Harem inside the Topkapi Palace
Father and son enjoy beautiful view on Hagia Sophia Cathedral, Istanbul
Ceiling of Hagia Sophia Sophia
Pillars inside the Basilica Cistern in Istanbul with dimly lit arches and reflections on water.
Statue inside the Basilica cistern
Sultan's quarters of the Topkapi Palace
Guide with visitors inside topkapi palace
Imperial gate of Hagia Sophia with intricate carvings, Istanbul, Turkey.
Visitors exploring the interior of Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, during a guided tour.
Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern tour in Istanbul, showcasing historic architecture and cultural landmarks.
Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern tour in Istanbul, showcasing historic architecture and cultural landmarks.
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  • Three iconic sites, zero hassle. Save on entry and skip the lines at Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Basilica Cistern.

  • With all three sites just a short walk from one another, you can visit them back-to-back without transfers, tight scheduling, or time wasted in queues.

  • Enjoy fast-track entry into Hagia Sophia and take in the Upper Gallery’s unmatched views of centuries-old mosaics and majestic arches.

  • Skip the wait and explore Topkapi Palace, from the sultans’ private Harem to treasures like the legendary Topkapi Dagger and sacred relics of the empire.

  • Head underground to the Basilica Cistern, a 6th-century marvel where dim reflections and ancient marble columns create one of Istanbul’s most atmospheric sights.

  • Explore each site your way with audio guides in multiple languages—just plug in your headphones and let the stories unfold.

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  • Three iconic sites, zero hassle. Save on entry and skip the lines at Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Basilica Cistern.

  • With all three sites just a short walk from one another, you can visit them back-to-back without transfers, tight scheduling, or time wasted in queues.

  • Enjoy fast-track entry into Hagia Sophia and take in the Upper Gallery’s unmatched views of centuries-old mosaics and majestic arches.

  • Skip the wait and explore Topkapi Palace, from the sultans’ private Harem to treasures like the legendary Topkapi Dagger and sacred relics of the empire.

  • Head underground to the Basilica Cistern, a 6th-century marvel where dim reflections and ancient marble columns create one of Istanbul’s most atmospheric sights.

  • Explore each site your way with audio guides in multiple languages—just plug in your headphones and let the stories unfold.

from €131.40
€124.44

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Illuminated columns of The Basilica Cistern
Basilica Cistern's illuminated columns in Istanbul, part of the Istanbul Combo tour.
Blue Mosque exterior with minarets in Istanbul, Turkey.
Hagia Sophia exterior with visitors in Istanbul on a sunny day.
Guided tour inside Hagia Sophia
Tour guide showing a group of tourists around the historic Dolmabahce Palace, with a view of the Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern in the background, during a Combo Dolmabahce Palace, Hagia Sophia & Basilica Cistern Guided Tour in Istanbul
Tourists exploring the historic Basilica Cistern in Istanbul, a unique combo tour offering skip-the-line tickets and a hop-on hop-off bus tour, saving 9%
The Royal Kiosk interior with intricate tilework inside the Blue Mosque, Istanbul.
Blue Mosque exterior with minarets in Istanbul, part of the Basilica Cistern and Bosphorus Cruise tour.
Selfie spot inside Hagia Sophia
Ceiling of Hagia Sophia Sophia
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  • Spend less and see more with one expert-led tour that covers Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and the Basilica Cistern in a smooth, all-in-one experience.

  • With all three landmarks just steps apart, this combo eliminates transfers and saves you from juggling multiple bookings or waiting in lines.

  • Skip the ticket lines and explore with a licensed English-speaking guide who brings each site to life with stories, context, and hidden details.

  • Look up at the golden mosaics in Hagia Sophia’s Upper Gallery, walk beneath the Blue Mosque’s soaring domes, and wander past Medusa columns in the Basilica Cistern.

  • Fun fact: The Hagia Sophia has served as a church, a mosque, a museum, and now a mosque again, reflecting centuries of shifting empires and beliefs.

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  • Spend less and see more with one expert-led tour that covers Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and the Basilica Cistern in a smooth, all-in-one experience.

  • With all three landmarks just steps apart, this combo eliminates transfers and saves you from juggling multiple bookings or waiting in lines.

  • Skip the ticket lines and explore with a licensed English-speaking guide who brings each site to life with stories, context, and hidden details.

  • Look up at the golden mosaics in Hagia Sophia’s Upper Gallery, walk beneath the Blue Mosque’s soaring domes, and wander past Medusa columns in the Basilica Cistern.

  • Fun fact: The Hagia Sophia has served as a church, a mosque, a museum, and now a mosque again, reflecting centuries of shifting empires and beliefs.

from €114
€99

13% off

Hagia Sophia interior with visitors, part of Istanbul MegaPass attractions.
Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque view with Istanbul MegaPass access.
Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque view with Istanbul MegaPass access.
Bosphorus cruise ship sailing past Istanbul's historic skyline and iconic landmarks.
Tophane Clock Tower with Busforus tour bus in Istanbul.
Interior view of Blue Mosque dome in Istanbul, showcasing intricate Islamic patterns and calligraphy.
Dolmabahçe Palace in Istanbul with ornate architecture and Bosphorus view.
Basilica Cistern's ancient columns and arches in Istanbul.
Exterior of the Topkapi palace
Whirling Dervishes performing traditional Sufi dance in Istanbul, Turkey.
Female tourist receiving foam massage at Acemoglu Historical Hamam, Istanbul.
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  • Choose 2 to 9 attractions across Istanbul and create your own sightseeing route with one flexible pass that fits your travel style.

  • Explore top landmarks like Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Cistern, and more, with expert-guided tours included for deeper insights.

  • Enjoy added experiences like a Bosphorus cruise and cultural activities such as a hammam or dervish show, all included in your package.

  • Get around the city with ease using a 5-ride transport card for trams, metros, and buses, all included with your pass.

  • Once you book, all attraction tickets land directly in your inbox—no paper, no pickup, just fast and easy access at every site.

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  • Choose 2 to 9 attractions across Istanbul and create your own sightseeing route with one flexible pass that fits your travel style.

  • Explore top landmarks like Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Cistern, and more, with expert-guided tours included for deeper insights.

  • Enjoy added experiences like a Bosphorus cruise and cultural activities such as a hammam or dervish show, all included in your package.

  • Get around the city with ease using a 5-ride transport card for trams, metros, and buses, all included with your pass.

  • Once you book, all attraction tickets land directly in your inbox—no paper, no pickup, just fast and easy access at every site.

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€124
Aerial view of Galata Tower in Istanbul, Turkey, surrounded by cityscape.
Aerial view of Galata Tower in Istanbul, Turkey, surrounded by cityscape.
Tourist admiring the view from Galata Tower, Istanbul.
Panoramic view of Istanbul from Galata Tower, showcasing Bosphorus Strait and cityscape.
Galata Tower exterior in Istanbul with surrounding cityscape.
Stairs ascending inside Galata Tower, Istanbul, Turkey.
Ancient wine jugs displayed inside Galata Tower, Istanbul.
Visitors ascending stairs to Galata Tower in Istanbul, Turkey.
Young couple walking through a hillside alley in Beyoğlu Karaköy Galata, Istanbul.
Aerial view of Galata Tower in Istanbul at sunset.
Galata Tower illuminated at night in Beyoglu, Istanbul, with city lights in the background.
Galata Tower illuminated at night in Beyoglu, Istanbul, with city lights in the background.
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  • The ticket gets you an an elevator up the Galata Tower, a medieval tower that has stood tall for centuries, it was originally a watchtower.
  • Tickets also have skip-the-line access, so you can avoid long queues, and spend more like at the museum that houses exhibitions about Turkish history.
  • Revel in the panoramic vista of the city and see iconic landmarks - from Topkapi Palace to the Hagia Sophia, and the Suleymaniye Mosque to the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn.
  • Walk down some of the oldest streets in the Galata quarter of Istanbul as you head to the seaside.
  • Upgrade your ticket to include an audio guide app and listen to fascinating facts and stories about the Galata Tower.
  • Did you know? There is a restaurant on top of the Galata Tower. Indulge in fancy Turkish delicacies at the Galata Restaurant.
  • Skip-the-Line Access – Avoid long queues and enjoy a hassle-free visit to one of the city's top landmarks.

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  • The ticket gets you an an elevator up the Galata Tower, a medieval tower that has stood tall for centuries, it was originally a watchtower.
  • Tickets also have skip-the-line access, so you can avoid long queues, and spend more like at the museum that houses exhibitions about Turkish history.
  • Revel in the panoramic vista of the city and see iconic landmarks - from Topkapi Palace to the Hagia Sophia, and the Suleymaniye Mosque to the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn.
  • Walk down some of the oldest streets in the Galata quarter of Istanbul as you head to the seaside.
  • Upgrade your ticket to include an audio guide app and listen to fascinating facts and stories about the Galata Tower.
  • Did you know? There is a restaurant on top of the Galata Tower. Indulge in fancy Turkish delicacies at the Galata Restaurant.
  • Skip-the-Line Access – Avoid long queues and enjoy a hassle-free visit to one of the city's top landmarks.
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€39.50
Guide Explaining to Tourist about Topkapi
Guided Tour of Topkapi Palace Museum
Harem and Sultan's Private Apartments, Courtyard of the Eunuchs, Topkapi Palace, Istanbul.
Guided Tour of Topkapi Palace Museum
Guided Tour of Topkapi Palace Museum
Topkapi Palace Imperial Treasury armory display in Istanbul, Turkey.
Topkapi Dagger displayed in Topkapi Palace's Imperial Treasury, Istanbul, Turkey.
Sultan's quarters of the Topkapi Palace
Guided Tour of Topkapi Palace Museum
The harem at the Topkapi Palace
Topkapi Palace Imperial Council facade in Istanbul, Turkey.
Gate of Salutation at Topkapi Palace entrance, Istanbul, Turkey.
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  • Tour the UNESCO World Heritage site – Topkapı Palace along with an expert multilingual local guide and enjoy priority admission with skip-the-line access.

  • Explore the main residence and administrative headquarters of the Ottoman sultans.

  • Admire the lavish interiors, see the brilliant artifacts on display, and bask in the glory of the Ottoman Era.

  • Visit the Harem section and see the lavishly decorated marble hallways, and arched doorways with over 400 rooms!

  • Fun Fact: The Palace has 20 chimneys in the kitchen, where roughly 800 employees worked making this the largest kitchen in the Ottoman Empire at the time.

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  • Tour the UNESCO World Heritage site – Topkapı Palace along with an expert multilingual local guide and enjoy priority admission with skip-the-line access.

  • Explore the main residence and administrative headquarters of the Ottoman sultans.

  • Admire the lavish interiors, see the brilliant artifacts on display, and bask in the glory of the Ottoman Era.

  • Visit the Harem section and see the lavishly decorated marble hallways, and arched doorways with over 400 rooms!

  • Fun Fact: The Palace has 20 chimneys in the kitchen, where roughly 800 employees worked making this the largest kitchen in the Ottoman Empire at the time.

from €79
€68.90

13% off

Tourists wearing masks and maintaining social distance at a museum in Paris, France.
Hot air balloon inflating at sunrise in Cappadocia, Turkey, with scenic landscape in the background.
Hot air balloons floating over Cappadocia's unique rock formations at sunrise.
Woman in fedora and shawl gazing at hot air balloons over Cappadocia, Turkey.
Turkish breakfast spread at Cappadocia Goreme Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Tour
A person holding a glass of champagne on Cappadocia Goreme Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Tour
Cappadocia landscape with hot air balloons at sunrise, Turkey.
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  • Soar high above the mystical landscapes of Cappadocia, witnessing the sun's first rays painting the Goreme Valley landscape gold, on a hot air balloon ride.

  • Kickstart your adventure with a pick-up from your hotel, a hot cup of coffee or tea, and some breakfast snacks to fuel your flight.

  • Float over the ancient caves, vineyards orchards, and rock-cut dwellings, soaking in panoramic views.

  • Upon landing, celebrate your journey with a traditional champagne toast, a flight certificate to take home, or a royal medal to take home.

  • Get to choose how intimate your experience is, fly with 28 other adventurers on the standard flight, or limit it to 20 on the premium flight/royal queen flight.

  • Fun Fact: Hidden beneath Cappadocia’s exquisite landscape are over 50 underground cities!

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  • Soar high above the mystical landscapes of Cappadocia, witnessing the sun's first rays painting the Goreme Valley landscape gold, on a hot air balloon ride.

  • Kickstart your adventure with a pick-up from your hotel, a hot cup of coffee or tea, and some breakfast snacks to fuel your flight.

  • Float over the ancient caves, vineyards orchards, and rock-cut dwellings, soaking in panoramic views.

  • Upon landing, celebrate your journey with a traditional champagne toast, a flight certificate to take home, or a royal medal to take home.

  • Get to choose how intimate your experience is, fly with 28 other adventurers on the standard flight, or limit it to 20 on the premium flight/royal queen flight.

  • Fun Fact: Hidden beneath Cappadocia’s exquisite landscape are over 50 underground cities!

from €258
€180.60

30% off

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About Basilica Cistern

Explore the Basilica Cistern, a massive 6th-century Byzantine water reservoir. Emperor Justinian I initiated its construction to ensure water supply to the Great Palace of Constantinople. Its intriguing features, like the Weeping Column and Medusa's Heads, echo Istanbul’s centuries-old history.


Address
Alemdar, Yerebatan Cd. 1/3, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Also known as
Yerebatan Sarnıcı, Sunken Palace, Subterranean Palace
Year opened
532
Founded by
Emperor Justinian
Visitors per year
2200000
Expected wait time - Standard
30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
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Xingcun Wang

Xingcun

5/5
We enjoyed both the Skip-the-Line-Tickets and touring the ancient Basilica Cistern. Basillica Cistern is a must-visit place for anyone who visits Istanbul.
Martin Melcher
AT

Martin

4/5
Austria
We made a combined booking with Fastlane. For Hagia Sophia and Cisterna Basilica, the tickets we sent were immediately our valid tickets. Worked perfectly. Both sights were very beautiful and interesting. At Hagia Sophia, as a non-Muslim you "only" get to the first level and can look down into the whole mosque. Also very impressive, but not really explained beforehand. At the Topkapi Palace there was only one reservation in the mailing, which is easy to overlook, and we only noticed in front of gate 2 (where you need real tickets). We then had to go back to an agency outside Gate 1 so that we could finally get in with a tour lady. It worked but with a certain loss of time. The palace itself was huge and very beautiful. Be sure to book a ticket with harem access (as we had), this part is the highlight of the palace. All in all, a great day with lots of wonderful impressions.
Joliann Ninham
US

Joliann

5/5
United States
This skip-the-line ticket with an audio guide to Galata Tower was absolutely worth it! The audio guide was packed with fascinating history and fun facts. The panoramic views of Istanbul from the top were breathtaking! A must-do experience for anyone visiting the city. Highly recommended!
Janine Bresnick
GB

Janine

5/5
United Kingdom
The pre-loaded audio was excellent and saved me around £8 extra buying earphones from the kiosk. The description leading up to the tower was great to listen to whilst in the queue. I would have liked the audio to tell me which window to look out of to see each of the historical sites below. Just saying "look north" meant nothing to me. So I had to walk around trying to find them.
Stan-Filimon Florina-Ioana
RO

Stan-filimon

5/5
Romania
The guide was very knowledgeable and nice. We didn't have to stay in line and that was a relief as there were hundreds of people waiting. I would definitely recommend and do it again.
Divya Mamdani
US

Divya

5/5
United States
Our guide, Mehmet, was exceptional—both insightful and incredibly knowledgeable. His deep understanding of the history, culture, and local stories made the entire experience unforgettable. What stood out even more was his excellent English, which made the tour engaging and easy to follow. We noticed other tour groups struggling due to language barriers, but Mehmet’s clear communication and thoughtful explanations ensured that we didn’t miss a single detail. His professionalism and passion for sharing his knowledge truly set him apart and made our tour one to remember.
Francisco Merino
GT

Francisco

4/5
Guatemala
Very nice visit of the Cistern. It is not very clear where to meet the guide and then we walk back to the original gate.
Mohammad Tariq

Mohammad

4/5
Hagia sofya and topkapi palace were good. However Turkish and Islamic museum guide didn't accompany us in the tour today and no tour guide is here in Dolmabachi palace. We were told 1:30 pm but no body showed up till now. Now is 2:26 pm.
Elena Smolnikova
TR

Elena

5/5
Turkey
I'm impressed how easy it was to find pick up points, how welcoming were all the guides and how exiting were the stories they told us.
Amrita Banerjee

Amrita

5/5
The Welcome Card we took from Headout was most helpful. The guided tours were really good. Our guide, Mr. Hakan was really nice and would explain everything in details and answer all our questions. The card had free rides on all public transport and also entries to a lot of places so we didn't have to stand in queues anywhere. It also included, hop on hop off Bosphorus Cruise. I highly recommend to buy this card before visiting Istanbul.
Henk Jan Mulder

Henk

4/5
Relatively quick entry. Guide tells interesting info about the Topkapı Palace and the sultans. Duration is one hour, which is fine.
Lucy Holland
US

Lucy

5/5
United States
The site is beyond awe-inspiring and important; the skip-the-line guided intro was exttremely helpful to enter and receive a thorough orientation so one could explore the Topkapi on one's own...and the guide was TERRIFIC. Highly recommend! :)
Misha Mesgarian
DE

Misha

5/5
Germany
That was fantastic. Anyone who is here should not miss it. Do the balloon ride and you'll see that it's an experience of a lifetime. The team was great. They were friendly, helpful, patient, hospitable and very knowledgeable. They did everything they could to make it an unforgettable experience for the tourists. The price was very fair, considering the huge organization behind it, which a tourist hardly notices. I can only say, do it and you will agree with me.
Eleonora Padiglioni
IT

Eleonora

5/5
Italy
The organization of the activity very efficient. They picked us up from the hotel and took us to Love Valley from where we left for the flight. The day before the activity they contacted me to confirm everything and set the time. Whenever I had any question and contacted the Headout team they always answered me promptly. Very satisfied I would say. Hot air balloon flight over the fairy chimneys really impressive.
Beatrice Pollastri
IT

Beatrice

4/5
Italy
Trained and attentive guides to the group, fast and hassle-free access, ability to change the date at any time. Good service
Carolyn Rae Noack
US

Carolyn

4/5
United States
The guides were a wealth of information! Hal and Mehmet really knew the history of the sights and answered questions as needed. The meeting place and time for the Hagia Sofia tour was well explained, however, how and where to get the additional tickets and tours was a challenge as this information is never provided with the booking. Thanks to Mehmet, we were able to see all the sights.
Reneta Ancheva Vuteva
BG

Reneta

5/5
Bulgaria
Everything was great!! The organization was perfect and all guides were super nice! The whole experience was super interesting thanks to the great tour guides and all the great stories they told us. It was definitely worth it.
Kiruthikaa k
IE

Kiruthikaa

5/5
Ireland
The guides were fantastic and knew a lot of information. Very structured, understandable. We really enjoyed the tour with them and recommend it to many other travellers.
Joel Perez
US

Joel

4/5
United States
Guides were excellent, however Headout staff misled me about the correct time of Bosphorus departure and we almost missed it on our last day in Istanbul. Also, you should have provided actual locations of where to meet for the different tours which was NOT easy to find or ask about.
Elisabeth Hofstätter
AT

Elisabeth

5/5
Austria
Great service and above all very uncomplicated. Thanks to the skip the line, you are guided to the harem and can explore les from there with the audio guide on your cell phone. Really easy and with free time management once you are inside. The tour starts on time, so you should be there at least 10-15 minutes early. You also have to get the voucher, which you can get at the Topkapi Café.
Shefali Jha
IN

Shefali

5/5
India
It was such a smooth experience. The audio guides were really helpful, and it made looking around the majestic Hagia Sofia that much better to not have to worry about long lines etc.

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