Basilica Cistern Tickets
Must Know
- Guaranteed Skip-the-Line Access: These tickets ensure fast entry
- Opening time: 09:00
- Closing time: 22:00
- Closed Between: 18:30-19:30
- Your QR tickets will be sent within a few hours via phone and email.
About the Place
Descend into Istanbul’s most magical underground wonder – the 6th-century Basilica Cistern, built by Emperor Justinian. Marvel at:
- 336 ancient marble columns illuminated dramatically
- The famous Medusa head pillars
- Interactive light projections on the water
- Cool 14°C temperature year-round
- New digital audio guide included (10 languages)
This breathtaking Byzantine water reservoir spans 9,800m² – large enough to hold 27 Olympic pools – and starred in James Bond’s “From Russia With Love”.
Minimum Guests per Booking: 1
Maximum Guests per Booking: 20