Basilica Cistern
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Pros
- Major attractions such as Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Topkapı Palace, Sultan Ahmed Mosque, Galata Tower, and Maiden's Tower are all impressive, though entrance fees are relatively expensive (around €20–30 per site).
- 2–3: Basilica Cistern
- And the *Basilica Cistern*… that place feels like you accidentally walked into another world under the city.
- Istanbul highlights (first-timers): • Basilica Cistern (teenagers usually love this one)
- Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern/Galata/Topaki Palace
Cons
- The Basilica Cistern was beautiful but extremely packed, even in what we thought was low season.
Sentiment
5 positive (83%) · 0 mixed (0%) · 1 negative (17%)
Trust + time weighted score: +72% · raw score 67%
What redditors said (6 of 6)
Major attractions such as Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Topkapı Palace, Sultan Ahmed Mosque, Galata Tower, and Maiden's Tower are all impressive, though entrance fees are relatively expensive (around €20–30 per site).
2–3: Basilica Cistern
And the *Basilica Cistern*… that place feels like you accidentally walked into another world under the city.
The Basilica Cistern was beautiful but extremely packed, even in what we thought was low season.
Istanbul highlights (first-timers): • Basilica Cistern (teenagers usually love this one)
Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern/Galata/Topaki Palace
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