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Ancient underground cistern just southwest of Hagia Sophia in Sultanahmet, open every day of the week.
Ottoman palace in Beşiktaş managed by the National Palaces administration; one combined ticket covers the Selamlık, Harem and Painting Museum.
Mid-14th-century Genoese tower, later a prison and fire lookout, now a museum of Istanbul history with a panoramic top-floor view.
15th-century covered market of 61 streets and about 4,500 shops selling carpets, jewellery, leather, ceramics and textiles; bargaining is expected.
Ministry of Culture and Tourism museum on the history of Hagia Sophia, open daily until evening. MüzeKart is not accepted here.
Türkiye's first museum, founded in 1869: the Archaeological Museum, Ancient Orient Museum and 1472 Tiled Pavilion, home to the Alexander Sarcophagus.
Atatürk's mausoleum in Ankara, which also houses the Atatürk and War of Independence Museum; open daily, with guided tours offered.
Chronological displays from the Palaeolithic to the Classical periods and the history of Ankara, in a restored Ottoman bazaar and inn; European Museum of the Year in 1997.
Bursa's landmark mosque, known for its 20 domes, notable calligraphy and an indoor central fountain.
2,543 m mountain above Bursa, reached by gondola; snow-covered in winter and a cool escape in summer.
İzmir's historic bazaar quarter, recommended by Go Türkiye for products handmade by local craftspeople.
Clock tower in Konak Square and one of the city's main meeting points, a common starting place for exploring İzmir.
Archaeological museum inside the Hierapolis–Pamukkale site, open every day.
UNESCO-listed ancient city founded in the 2nd century BC beside the Pamukkale travertines, with a vast necropolis; the Ancient Pool is open.
Ruins of the ancient city of Ephesus; the ticket also covers the Ephesus Experience Museum, which keeps the same hours. Audio guide available.
Ministry-run archaeological museum in Selçuk, open every day.
Ancient site in Serik, Antalya province, open to visitors every day with an audio guide available.
Göreme Archaeological Site, Cappadocia's open-air museum, run by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and open every day; a night-museum visit is also offered.
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