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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Hotel Nena

Hotel Nena

3 out of 5
Sultanahmet
Price was CA $2,430, price is now CA $1,613 per person
CA $1,613
per person
Oct 10 - Oct 16
found 3 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YTO) to Istanbul (IST)
9/10 Wonderful! (777 reviews)

Demiray Hotel & Spa

Demiray Hotel & Spa

5 out of 5
Istanbul City Center
Price was CA $2,709, price is now CA $1,734 per person
CA $1,734
per person
Oct 11 - Oct 17
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Montreal (YMQ) to Istanbul (IST)
9/10 Wonderful! (174 reviews)
A good location.

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026

Rast Hotel Sultanahmet

Rast Hotel Sultanahmet

3 out of 5
Sultanahmet
Price was CA $3,392, price is now CA $2,316 per person
CA $2,316
per person
Sep 27 - Oct 3
found 24 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YYZ) to Istanbul (IST)
8.6/10 Excellent! (783 reviews)
The rooms were very clean and well kept! The staff were wonderful and very friendly. They were also very helpful!! Breakfast was great - the view from the rooftop was breathtaking! The location was also great, close to everything! No complaints! I’d stay here again

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2026

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 $43 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 542 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was CA $398 and current price is CA $343 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 59 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $73 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 $325 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
Four - G Hotel Premium

Four - G Hotel Premium

Peykhane Cd. İstanbul
Four - G Hotel Premium
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

4 out of 5
Türbedar Sk. 20 Istanbul Istanbul
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel

Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel

Divanyolu Cd. Alemdar Mah. Istanbul Istanbul
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

5 out of 5
Visnezade Mah. Acisu Sok. NO. 19 Istanbul Istanbul
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
AJWA Sultanahmet

AJWA Sultanahmet

5 out of 5
Emin Sinan Mah Piyerloti Cad No: 30 Istanbul
AJWA Sultanahmet
GLK PREMIER Acropol Suites & Spa - Special Class

GLK PREMIER Acropol Suites & Spa - Special Class

Akbiyik cad. No:21 Istanbul Istanbul
GLK PREMIER Acropol Suites & Spa - Special Class
Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Seven Hills Palace & Spa

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

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

4 out of 5
Dr. Imran Oktem Cad. No:1 Istanbul
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul
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