Cistern of Theodosius
Underground Cistern Marvel
11K Reviews
Overview
This ancient Byzantine underground water reservoir, constructed during the 5th century, offers a fascinating exploration beneath the bustling streets of Sultanahmet. Newly restored, visitors admire remarkable ancient columns and vaults.
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Roger H.
2 months ago
A must-visit when in Istanbul, but make sure to book your tickets online in advance. The interior is absolutely breathtaking🤩🤩 The scale, atmosphere, and lighting make the whole cistern feel incredibly majestic... Show more
Plastic Head
6 months ago
Amazing place, the best site we went to. Recommend you use a tour guide. We had Lutfullah from Viator(app) he explained how it was discovered because people were fishing in... Show more
Maksym Hlotov
a month ago
A great example of Byzantine times cistern. If you are visiting Istanbul now, feel free to visit Ramazan concerts. I posted a small video below from recent Def Istanbul performance.
