Basilica Cistern: Fast Track Entry + Guided Tour

Save time and skip the entry line with these fast-track tickets for a guided tour of the Basilica Cistern. Go beneath the city of Istanbul to discover the largest of these fascinating water storage structures of the ancient world. Constructed during the 6th century during the reign of Byzantine Emporer Justinian I, the famous two heads of Medusa still stand to welcome visitors. Your licensed guide will share secrets and stories of these subterranean wonders with a tour of the museum, after which you can explore the Basilica Cistern at your own pace.