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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Nov 6, 2024
Please save your money, it’s just a dark basement with some sallow water and nothing special to see. I know there’s history behind this place but there is history everywhere in the city, spend your 3… Full review by CatQReview
Nov 5, 2024
It is very beautiful and mystical inside. It is quite big and does get busy but definitely worth a visit. Some interesting ornaments inside with large columns and oozing grandeur Full review by Jzeestar
Nov 5, 2024
And fascinating. Very atmospheric and amazing construction for how old it is. The walkway is good and some of the art work great (old and modern) Full review by Mikepw
Hola! queria saber si la entrada se puede comprar afuera del sitio y si vale la pena los 30 euros. A su vez alguien sabría decirme si hay guías de habla hispana?
I repeatedly see listings that the Basilica Cistern is open at night, but every place I go to look to buy tickets online only has options for entry up to 5:30 pm. Does anyone know how to prepurchase online tickets for a nighttime entry? Thank you.
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You have to buy these from the ticket office - online isn’t available like during the day time. They cost 1,300 TL
I booked an audio tour that appears I can play on my phone. Internet access is required to Lear the tour - would WiFi internet be available? Is it free?
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You might want to listen to the program before you go in because mostly you want to enjoy the lights and art installations. However, knowing the history before you see it will put it …
You might want to listen to the program before you go in because mostly you want to enjoy the lights and art installations. However, knowing the history before you see it will put it in context. It’s a one story underground with Roman engineering so you might not have Wi-Fi.
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