Istanbul Attractions
8 places · narrow by district and visit style
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Kalenderhane Mosque
Byzantine church turned mosque, one of Istanbul's rare Greek-cross plan survivors, with original mosaic fragments near the Valens Aqueduct.
Pera Palace Hotel
A historic hotel built in 1892 to host passengers of the Orient Express. It's considered the oldest European hotel in Turkey.
SALT Galata
A free contemporary art institution in the old Ottoman Bank building, with rotating exhibitions, talks, and a public archive.
Barış Manço House Museum
A 1900 Ottoman mansion turned into a museum dedicated to the legendary Turkish rock musician Barış Manço. It's a small, personal collection of his belongings and memorabilia.
Binbirdirek Cistern
The second largest underground cistern in Istanbul, with double-tiered columns and a quieter atmosphere than its famous neighbour.
Hagia Irene
Istanbul's oldest church structure, tucked into Topkapı Palace's outer courtyard. Never converted to a mosque, it now hosts museum exhibits and concerts.
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