Basilica Cistern

Basilica Cistern featuring interior views, a church or cathedral and religious aspects
Basilica Cistern
Basilica Cistern showing interior views, a church or cathedral and religious elements
Basilica Cistern which includes interior views, a church or cathedral and religious aspects
Basilica Cistern featuring a statue or sculpture
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 Dora Hotel

Istanbul Dora Hotel

4 out of 5
Taksim
per person
12 Jun - 19 Jun
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Tunis (TUN) to Istanbul (IST)
6.8/10 (326 reviews)
Hotel and staff was fine but don’t like the location

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2024

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

4 out of 5
Sultanahmet
per person
12 Jun - 19 Jun
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Tunis (TUN) to Istanbul (IST)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (271 reviews)
Had the pleasure of staying here for a short getaway. Was a perfect location, everything was literally a walking distance. Staff were very kind and helpful, went out of their way to ensure you're experience there is a great one. Will definitely recommend and will definitely be staying here again.

Reviewed on 18 Apr 2025

Hotel The Pera Hill

Hotel The Pera Hill

4 out of 5
Taksim
per person
12 Jun - 19 Jun
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Tunis (TUN) to Istanbul (IST)
8/10 Very Good! (278 reviews)
Very nice but needs to be updated

Reviewed on 11 Apr 2025

Tours & day trips

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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
8.8 out of 10 with 44 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €30 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Cappadocia best option one day tour

Cappadocia best option one day tour

Activity duration is 7 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is €286 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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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
8.8 out of 10 with 44 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €30 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Private Tour to Pamukkale, Hierapolis Ancient City, Laodicea Ancient City

Private Tour to Pamukkale, Hierapolis Ancient City, Laodicea Ancient City

Activity duration is 16 hours
Price is €237 per adult*
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Classes & workshops

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Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Spa in Old City

Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Spa in Old City

Activity duration is 50 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is €45 per adult
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Reviews of Basilica Cistern

4.3
Top destination
5 - Excellent
176
5 - Excellent 50%
4 - Good
136
4 - Good 39%
3 - Okay
30
3 - Okay 8%
2 - Disappointing
6
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
5
1 - Terrible 1%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

again, massively under repair. the Cistern of Philoxenos just round the corner was very good (and free) and no tourists as not really know

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Worth seeing

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Under renovation and currently drained (no water or fish as seen on our previous visit). However, the price charged is the same. You can still walk around the entire site and still see the heads of Medusa but it lacks the magic and eeriness compared to when it's full of water.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Go early or late afternoon to beat the crowds.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Worth a look!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Don't miss this hidden gem.

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