When is Cistern of Theodosius open?
Every day, 10 AM–10 PM. Hours checked on 1 November 2026.
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Cistern of Theodosius
- 4.412k reviews
- Closed now
A Byzantine underground cistern with stone columns, brick vaults and projected light shows.
Quick answers
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When is the best time to visit Cistern of Theodosius?
It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.
Is Cistern of Theodosius indoors or outdoors?
Indoors: a good pick when it rains.
Is Cistern of Theodosius good for kids?
Yes, it welcomes children.
How much does Cistern of Theodosius cost?
Tickets ₺900 foreign adult; ₺330 domestic adult.
Do you need to book Cistern of Theodosius?
No, you can walk in.
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How long do you need at Cistern of Theodosius?
About 45 minutes.
Where is Cistern of Theodosius?
Binbirdirek, Piyer Loti Cd. No:2/1, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul.
Is Cistern of Theodosius wheelchair accessible?
Accessibility: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible seating, wheelchair accessible restroom.
Status, rating and hours checked on 1 November 2026; kids, cost, booking and setting verified by the Wedar team. Where our data comes from
Right now · 5:45 am
Why it fits right now
Closed right now.
Opens today 10 am.
In its favour
- Dry inside
- Best in the morning
- Indoors
15°
Light rain
- Feels
- 16°
- Rain
- 90%
- Wind
- 3km/h
- 6am
15° - 7am15°
- 8am
15°
The next five days
Best time to go
Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.
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Plan your visit
Hours
Closed now- mondayToday
- 10 AM–10 PM
- tuesday
- 10 AM–10 PM
- wednesday
- 10 AM–10 PM
- thursday
- 10 AM–10 PM
- friday
- 10 AM–10 PM
- saturday
- 10 AM–10 PM
- sunday
- 10 AM–10 PM
Hours checked 1 Nov
Where and how
- 1 Cistern of Theodosius
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Good to know
- Tickets ₺900 foreign adult; ₺330 domestic adult
- Indoors
- Walk-ins welcome
- Allow about 45 min
- Step-free entrance
- Accessible washroom
From visitors and the venue
What it's like
4.4from 12k reviews
Known for
- Byzantine cistern
- Light shows
- Historic columns
What people say
- People like:
- Light shows, columns and restoration.
For the next three hours
What to wear to go there now
Leave with a light layer. Leave with a rain shell. Umbrella all day.
Light layerThe whole time
Rain shellThe whole time
UmbrellaThe whole time
It's indoors, so this is for the trip there and back.