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.
A world famous monument to the ever-changing history of Istanbul, and one of the largest churches in the world.
You can browse the exhibits at Istanbul Archaeology Museums, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Istanbul. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
Stately home to the Ottoman sultans for almost 400 years with an array of Turkish design and foreign art.
'The Sunken Palace' is the biggest of the hundreds of underground reservoirs underneath the streets of Istanbul, dating from Byzantine Constantinople.
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.
You can learn about the history of Istanbul with a stop at Aya İrini. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
