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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Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Istanbul City Center

per person

Jun. 29 - Jul. 6

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Toronto (YYZ) to Istanbul (IST)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,520 reviews)

Very nice staff, close to many attractions, clean

Reviewed on May 9, 2024

GLK PREMIER Regency Suites & Spa - Special Class

Istanbul City Center

per person

Jun. 30 - Jul. 6

Roundtrip flight included

Toronto (YYZ) to Istanbul (IST)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)

Friendly staff, willing to help with all your needs

Reviewed on May 3, 2024

Port Bosphorus Hotel

Istanbul City Center

per person

Jun. 30 - Jul. 6

Roundtrip flight included

Toronto (YYZ) to Istanbul (IST)

8.4/10 Very Good! (327 reviews)

Large, well-decorated rooms. Staff was extremely helpful with scheduling events. Right across the street from the main Istanbul cruise terminal with a large mall with excellent restaurants and shopping.

Reviewed on May 12, 2024

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Monuments of Ottoman Empire Tour - Skip the Line Tickets

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Reviews of Basilica Cistern

4.3

Top destination

5 - Excellent

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4 - Good

30

3 - Okay

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2 - Disappointing

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Nov. 20, 2019

A routine piece of engineering looks beautiful in its way.

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