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Jarid_Z, Apr 2026
Best way to see the most of Istanbul in a day!
This tour is definitely the best was to fit the max amount of things to see in Istanbul in one day! We saw so much, had amazing food, and the guide Lutfullah Findikogku was very knowledgeable about everything in the city. The tour is a full day of walking so bring good walking shoes! We would definitely go back!
Jacquelyn_M, Apr 2026
Fabulous experience
Going to see the Cistern was a truly wonderful experience. The tour guide was knowledgeable enough but to be honest he was only with us for about 20 minutes - even so we skipped the lines which was great. The Cistern is not to be missed.
trvlr1313, Apr 2026
Fabulous and Full of Sights
What a fabulous day! Ludviq was absolutely amazing and we wish we could take him with us everywhere we go. We saw SO much, all the top sights in one day and it went at a good pace. We loved every minute.
Bob_F, Mar 2026
Fantastic experience
The skip the line was definitely worth it. The regular line was large, even on a rainy day. The cistern itself was beautiful and the audio guide companion gave good historical and contemporary information.

Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarayi)

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Istanbul
Marble columns at the Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarayi) in Istanbul.
  • Wear comfortable, nonslip shoes to traverse the steps and the often-wet ground.

  • The entrance for wheelchair users and other visitors with mobility challenges is at the cistern’s exit.

  • As the cistern is underground, the setting is damp and cool. Take a layer if you don’t want to feel the chill.