Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern & Blue Mosque: Entry + Guided Tour
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Explore Istanbul with a combo tour that takes you through the Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, and Topkapi Palace. Start at the Blue Mosque and admire the six minarets, blue tiles, and quiet atmosphere of this Ottoman site.
Next, visit the Basilica Cistern.
Description
See the tall columns, unique lighting, and Medusa heads in this underground structure. Finish the tour at Topkapi Palace, the former home of Ottoman sultans. Walk through its courtyards and rooms, and learn about its history and architecture.
What's Included
- * Live guide
- * Skip-the-line tickets for Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern
- * Audio system
- * Skip the security line at the Blue Mosque
Important informations
- This ticket does not allow you to skip the security lines of Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace. Security can take up to 60 minutes. * The total duration of the guided combo tour is approximately 4–6 hours (depending on the waiting time in the security check), including a lunch break * Meet your guide at the Dsign Cafe in front of the Turkish and Islamic Art Museum located on the Hippodrome, right next to Egyptian Obelisk * Show your smartphone to the guide at the start of the tour * Blue Mosque dress code: At the Blue Mosque, women are required to cover their knees, shoulders, and chest. Hair should be partially covered with a scarf. Men are required to cover their knees and shoulders. If you do not have a scarf or body cover, you can buy them at the entrance for a fee
- It is the traveler's sole responsibility to have all the necessary documentation up to date, so research in advance everything that is required at the destination of your activity.
Care of Covid-19
Remember that with a pandemic, the documentation required may vary from place to place. Confirm what local authorities may require: proof of full vaccination, negative PCR test, and more. Find out what are the requirements of your destination and the location of the activity.
Oh, and don't forget to wear a mask, clean your hands often, and try to maintain social distance.