
Istanbul Hagia Sophia Topkapi and Basilica Cistern Entry Ticket
Istanbul, Turkey
Walking Tours
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About this experience
These three legendary structures form the ultimate historic triangle of Istanbul. Located just steps from one another in Sultanahmet, they represent three completely different worlds: divine majesty (Hagia Sophia), imperial luxury (Topkapi Palace), and subterranean mystery (Basilica Cistern).
Hagia Sophia :The magnificent intersection of Christianity and Islam cultures will mesmerize you when you enter Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque.
The dome alone will take your breath away. It is not just a mosque; it is a living timeline of changing empires.
Topkapı Palace: For four centuries, this sprawling palace complex overlooking the Bosphorus was the nerve center of the Ottoman Empire. Rather than a single monolithic building, it is a series of beautiful, sunlit courtyards lined with exquisite Iznik tiles.
Basilica Cistern: Built in the 6th century to hold the city's water supply, this underground chamber features 336 classical columns rising out of the shallow water like a subterranean forest.
Location
Istanbul, Turkey
Price
$262.34/ person
Duration4h - 5h
Categoryculture