Reviewed on 5 Jan 2019
Reviewed on 17 May 2024
It isn't the most spectacular (former) church in Istanbul, but if you have any interest in church architecture, it's a must see, as it was never converted to a mosque and so is a unique example of unchanged Byzantine church architecture.
Find out about the history of Istanbul when you take a trip to Fountain of Sultan Ahmed III. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Once a church, then a Byzantine cathedral, later a mosque and now a monument, this iconic building is a national treasure.
Rich with history, Istanbul Archaeology Museums is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Istanbul. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
The official residence of the Ottoman sultans for about four centuries is now accessible to the public and home to sacred relics.
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.
Visit this central park to take leisurely strolls through rose gardens, visit visit museums and a sultan’s palace and enjoy views of the Bosphorus Strait.
