Basilica Cistern

Basilica Cistern showing religious aspects, interior views and a church or cathedral
Basilica Cistern
Basilica Cistern featuring interior views, a church or cathedral and art
Basilica Cistern showing a church or cathedral, interior views and religious aspects
Basilica Cistern showing a statue or sculpture


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Reviews of Basilica Cistern

4.3
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good 39%
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3 - Okay 8%
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4/5 - Good

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again, massively under repair. the Cistern of Philoxenos just round the corner was very good (and free) and no tourists as not really know

5/5 - Excellent

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Worth seeing

3/5 - Okay

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Under renovation and currently drained (no water or fish as seen on our previous visit). However, the price charged is the same. You can still walk around the entire site and still see the heads of Medusa but it lacks the magic and eeriness compared to when it's full of water.

4/5 - Good

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Go early or late afternoon to beat the crowds.

4/5 - Good

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Worth a look!

5/5 - Excellent

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Don't miss this hidden gem.

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