Basilica Cistern Tours

Basilica Cistern which includes religious elements, interior views and a church or cathedral
Basilica Cistern showing a church or cathedral, interior views and religious aspects
Basilica Cistern showing interior views, a church or cathedral and religious aspects
Basilica Cistern featuring a church or cathedral, religious elements and interior views
Basilica Cistern which includes 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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Blue Gilroy Hotel

Blue Gilroy Hotel

3 out of 5
Sultanahmet
Price was ￥302,739, price is now ￥239,030 per person
￥239,030
per person
Apr 29 - May 5
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Osaka (OSA) to Istanbul (IST)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (95 reviews)
I’ll stay here everytime I come back to Istanbul. Staff is very helpful & professional. Property is 5 min walk from Blue Mosque & 8 from Hagia Sophia; many eateries right outside, prime location. Tram station is 3 min walk away so you can catch public transportation to almost anywhere in Istanbul.

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

4 out of 5
Sultanahmet
Price was ￥587,438, price is now ￥278,342 per person
￥278,342
per person
Apr 29 - May 5
found 20 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Osaka (KIX) to Istanbul (IST)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (691 reviews)
Perfect location to the metro and all the touristy spots in the Sultanahmet area

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Istanbul Grand Bazaar

Ramada by Wyndham Istanbul Grand Bazaar

4 out of 5
Istanbul City Center
Price was ￥289,089, price is now ￥254,967 per person
￥254,967
per person
Apr 29 - May 5
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Osaka (OSA) to Istanbul (IST)
7.6/10 Good! (286 reviews)
Location was very convenient. Quiet and view was amazing. Lovely breakfast. Very nice front desk and stuff. I enjoyed my stay for over a week. Thank you

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

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Tours & day trips

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Bosphorus Explorer: 3-Hour Cruise with Asian Side Visit

Bosphorus Explorer: 3-Hour Cruise with Asian Side Visit

Activity duration is 4 hours
8.2 out of 10 with 155 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥1,835 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour

Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour

Activity duration is 21 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1448 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥39,743 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 253 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥4,403 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 53 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥8,256 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Daily Trip to Pamukkale National Park, Hierapolis Ancient City Including Lu...

Daily Trip to Pamukkale National Park, Hierapolis Ancient City Including Lu...

Activity duration is 16 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥36,692 per adult*
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Popular places to visit

Fountain gift from germans to ottoman sultan.

German Fountain

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Istanbul when you stop by German Fountain. Stroll along the seaside or visit the notable monuments in the area.

German Fountain
Hagia Sophia which includes heritage elements and a fountain

Hagia Sophia

4.5/5(2,130 reviews)

Once a church, then a Byzantine cathedral, later a mosque and now a monument, this iconic building is a national treasure.

Hagia Sophia

Le Arts Turcs

You can study the exhibits at Le Arts Turcs, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Istanbul. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums.

Le Arts Turcs

The Million Stone

You can find out about the history of Istanbul when you stop by The Million Stone. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums.

The Million Stone

Whirling Dervish Ceremony in Fatih

Enjoy an outing to Whirling Dervish Ceremony in Fatih during your stay in Istanbul. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.

Whirling Dervish Ceremony in Fatih

Firuzaga Mosque

After visiting Firuzaga Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Istanbul. Stroll along the seaside or visit the stunning cathedral in the area.

Firuzaga Mosque

Best Lodging Options Near Basilica Cistern

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Piyer Loti Cad No:7 Istanbul Istanbul
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

Cankurtaran Mh. Istanbul Istanbul
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

4 out of 5
Dr. Imran Oktem Cad. No:1 Istanbul
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul
Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Sultanahmet Mahallesi Kadi Cikmazi Sok. Istanbul
Seven Hills Palace & Spa
Fer Hotel

Fer Hotel

Molla Fenari St, Türbedar St. No 12 Istanbul
Fer Hotel
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel

Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel

Divanyolu Cd. Alemdar Mah. Istanbul Istanbul
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

4 out of 5
Türbedar Sk. 20 Istanbul Istanbul
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Erboy Hotel

Erboy Hotel

4 out of 5
Ebussuud Cd. No:18, Sirkeci Istanbul Istanbul
Erboy Hotel
Senatus Hotel - Special Class

Senatus Hotel - Special Class

Akbiyik Caddesi No: 40 Istanbul Istanbul
Senatus Hotel - Special Class
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