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Istanbul Archaeological Museum vs Suleymaniye Mosque

Both are recommended by expert writers. Overall, Istanbul Archaeological Museums scores slightly better than Suleymaniye Mosque. Istanbul Archaeological Museums ranks #2 in Istanbul with endorsements from 10 reviews like Michelin Guide, Michelin Guide and Afar Magazine.

Istanbul Archaeological Museum
Istanbul Archaeological Museum
9 / 10
Osman Hamdi Bey Yokusu, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Step into this vast repository of spectacular finds... to get a head-spinning look at the civilizations that have thrived for thousands of years in and around Turkey." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"It may not pull the number of visitors that flock to nearby Topkapı, but this superb museum complex shouldn't be missed." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The world-class museum's garden alone begs a look. Inside, there are outstanding ancient sarcophagi, Byzantine sculpture, and Roman busts." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"The Istanbul Archaeology Museum is housed in three buildings just inside the first court of Topkapi Palace and includes the Museum of the Ancient Orient." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"This highly comprehensive museum is dedicated to Antiquity." Full review
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Suleymaniye Mosque
Suleymaniye Mosque
9 / 10
Mimar Sinan Cd, Suleymaniye Mh, Istanbul, Turkey
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Perched on a hilltop opposite Istanbul University, Süleymaniye Camii is perhaps the most magnificent mosque in Istanbul and is considered one of the architect Sinan's masterpieces." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"Escape the Sultanahmet crowds and head for this impressive and undervisited complex, just a short walk past the University from the back of the Grand Bazaar."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The Süleymaniye crowns one of the seven hills dominating the Golden Horn and provides a magnificent landmark for the entire city." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"This stunning 16th-century mosque complex encompasses a hospital, primary school, caravansary, four Koran schools, a medical college, a public kitchen, and the mausoleum." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"The elegant silhouette of Suleyman's mosque rises gracefully towards the sky." Full review
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From the terraced gardens, the view extends as far as the Golden Horn.
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