Blue Mosque & Basilica Cistern: Skip The Line Tickets + Tour
About this experience
Explore Istanbul's Old City and its key landmarks, including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Basilica Cistern, on this incredible tour in Istanbul.
Start at the Blue Mosque, known for its blue Iznik tiles and your guide will share stories of the city's Byzantine and Ottoman history.
Next, head to the Basilica Cistern, where you can skip the ticket lines and see its ancient architecture and the heads of Medusa.
Duration
4h
Languages
Location
Istanbul
What's included
Included
- Guided tour of the Blue Mosque
- Skip the line ticket & guided tour of the Basilica Cistern
- Guided tour of the Old City
- Audio guide
Not Included
- Skip the security line at any of the venues
- Entry ticket to Hagia Sophia (available for purchase for 30 euros)
- Scarf or body cover at Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia (available for purchase)
- Food or drinks
Meeting point
No:10 At Meydanı Caddesi
34122 Istanbul, Turkey
Important information
Dress code enforced: women must cover their hair, knees, shoulders, chest. Male visitors must cover their shoulders and knees. Bring a scarf or buy one at the entrance.
- For the Hagia Sophia, an extra cost of €25 needs to be paid
- Hagia Sophia ticket gives you access to the visiting area & upper gallery, not the prayer area
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 72 hours before midnight on the visit date
Cancel for free up to 72 hours before midnight on the visit date for a full refund. After that, no refund will be given.