The Basilica Cistern, often dubbed the Sunken Palace, stands as the grandest extant Byzantine Cistern in Istanbul's heart. Renowned as the …
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Apr 22, 2025
It is easy to find but the queues can be very long! Go early or buy tickets in advance. Cost is about £27 each. There are lots of stairs down to it and back up. It is an amazing sight and they ch…Full review by Scenic21010490659
Apr 13, 2025
The Basilica Cistern is worth the price of admission. There are ‘free’ cisterns to visit but none as impressive as this one. Go early (9:00-10:00) to avoid the crowds and for the best pictures. A gui…Full review by Phyllis H
Apr 6, 2025
Absolutely the most amazing experience and totally worth visiting. We didn’t buy the audio, just get ticket only. All the information you need is on panels after the you enter. It’s written in Tur…Full review by Jane H
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