The Basilica Cistern is temporarily closed to visitors. You may visit the 1,600-year-old Theodosius Cistern, located just 9 minutes away from the Basilica Cistern. Remuneration 09.00 and 18.30 Ticket: 1,950,00 TL 19.30 and 22.00 Ticket: 3.000,00 TL * Our institution is not affiliated with the Ministry of Culture. * Yerebatan Cistern is closed to visitors between 18:30