Basilica Cistern

A series of columns in a dimly lit interior space with reflective flooring.
A long corridor with arches and columns.
A stone sculpture with intricate carvings in a museum setting.
A historical building with high vaulted ceilings and numerous columns.
A green stone sculpture with intricate carvings on a textured surface.

The “Sunken Palace” is one of the most striking remnants of Byzantine Constantinople and is the largest of hundreds of ancient underground reservoirs in Istanbul.

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 7394 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €26 per adult
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Istanbul Highlights Private Tour with skip line ticket options

Istanbul Highlights Private Tour with skip line ticket options

Activity duration is 7 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 539 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was €240 and current price is €201 per adult*
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 7394 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €26 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Pool in Taksim

Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Pool in Taksim

Activity duration is 50 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 58 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €45 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Semi-Private Tour to Laodicea, Pamukkale, Hierapolis with Lunch

Semi-Private Tour to Laodicea, Pamukkale, Hierapolis with Lunch

Activity duration is 15 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €202 per adult*
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Basilica Cistern

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The “Sunken Palace” is one of the most striking remnants of Byzantine Constantinople and is the largest of hundreds of ancient underground reservoirs in Istanbul.
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