Cistern of Theodosius in Istanbul: photos, reviews

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Nestled in the heart of Istanbul's Sultanahmet Square, the Cistern of Theodosius offers an enchanting blend of history and modern attractions. This remarkable site, boasting a 4.5 average rating on Google, is both child-friendly and educational. Visitors are greeted by the awe-inspiring ancient Egyptian obelisk of Pharaoh Thutmose III, magnificently re-erected by the Roman emperor Theodosius I in the Hippodrome of Constantinople. The obelisk stands in excellent condition, with hieroglyphs that are still clearly visible.

Beyond its historical treasures, the Cistern of Theodosius enchants with a mesmerizing light show projection, transforming the ancient ambiance into a spectacular visual experience. After exploring, unwind at the on-site coffee shop. Whether a history buff or a family looking for a memorable outing, this well-preserved historical gem offers something for everyone.

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Çemberlıtaş

Tram stop 157 m walk

Sultan Ahmet

Bus stop 193 m walk

Beyazıt-Kapalıçarşı

Tram stop 501 m walk

Beyazıt

Tram stop 510 m walk

4.5

based on 10,318 reviews

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4.5/5 10,212 reviews

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5/5 106 reviews

Ayzedincome

IMPRESSIVE!

Teeth n Tooth The Smilexperts

Sugiero que compres un pase para no hacer fila es muy larga, nosotros usamos Istanbul pass que es para visitar muchos lugares sin hacer fila, excelente lugar que se debe visitar

nafise sharafi

I visited here last night and it was such a wonderful experience. Every time I passed by, I longed to go inside and see it, but it took me a whole year to finally step in 😅When I did, it felt like a dream had come true ☺️seeing this place that I had always wanted to visit.

Cistern of Theodosius in Istanbul

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