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 7315 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp542.935 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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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 441 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was Rp4.932.275 and current price is Rp4.039.291 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 7315 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp542.935 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Istanbul: Perfume Making Workshop with Bosphorus View

Istanbul: Perfume Making Workshop with Bosphorus View

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 409 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp526.174 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Turkey's Wonders - Pamukkale, Ephesus, Cappadocia Travel from-to Istanbul

Turkey's Wonders - Pamukkale, Ephesus, Cappadocia Travel from-to Istanbul

Activity duration is 4 days
8.8 out of 10 with 11 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp48.411.691 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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