Basilica Cistern Tours and Activities

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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Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel

Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel

4 out of 5
Sultanahmet
Price was CA $2,169, price is now CA $1,466 per person
CA $1,466
per person
Nov 12 - Nov 18
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Montreal (YUL) to Istanbul (IST)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)

Sheraton Istanbul Atakoy Hotel

Sheraton Istanbul Atakoy Hotel

5 out of 5
Bakırköy
Price was CA $3,124, price is now CA $2,016 per person
CA $2,016
per person
Oct 19 - Oct 25
found 9 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YYZ) to Istanbul (IST)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,179 reviews)
The room was spacious and clean. Bed was very comfortable.

Reviewed on Aug 30, 2026

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

4 out of 5
Sultanahmet
Price was CA $2,170, price is now CA $1,488 per person
CA $1,488
per person
Nov 12 - Nov 18
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Montreal (YUL) to Istanbul (IST)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (887 reviews)

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
9.6 out of 10 with 7418 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $42 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Istanbul Highlights Private Tour with free pick up service

Istanbul Highlights Private Tour with free pick up service

Activity duration is 7 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 550 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $395 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 1 hour and 40 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 59 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $104 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Semi-Private Tour to Laodicea, Pamukkale, Hierapolis with Lunch

Semi-Private Tour to Laodicea, Pamukkale, Hierapolis with Lunch

Activity duration is 15 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $324 per adult*
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Adventure & outdoor

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Istanbul: Princes’ Islands Tour with Lunch and Transfers

Istanbul: Princes’ Islands Tour with Lunch and Transfers

Activity duration is 10 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 8 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $29 per adult
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Stay near popular Basilica Cistern attractions

Basilica Cistern

8.8/10 (3,772 reviews)
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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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
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

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

Hotel Saba Sultan

Akbiyik Cad, Cetinkaya Sokak No: 4 Istanbul
Hotel Saba Sultan
Four - G Hotel Premium

Four - G Hotel Premium

Peykhane Cd. İstanbul
Four - G Hotel Premium
GLK PREMIER Sea Mansion Suites & Spa - Special Class

GLK PREMIER Sea Mansion Suites & Spa - Special Class

Kucukayasofya Mh Mustafapasa Sk No 9 Istanbul
GLK PREMIER Sea Mansion Suites & Spa - 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
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel

Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel

Divanyolu Cd. Alemdar Mah. Istanbul Istanbul
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel
Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel

Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel

4 out of 5
Ahirkapi Sok. No: 24 Istanbul Istanbul
Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel
Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Seven Hills Palace & Spa

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