Topkapi Palace

Topkapı Palace is an iconic structure located on the historical peninsula of Istanbul, serving as a significant symbol of the Ottoman Empire's power and grandeur. Constructed in the 15th century by Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror after the conquest of Istanbul, the palace remained the administrative center of the empire for several centuries.

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Topkapi Palace & Harem Museums Fast Track Admission & Smart Audio Tour App
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Skip-the-Lines Entrance ⏱ Best Price 💵 Orientation from a Palace Official ✔️ Audio App 🎧 Unlimited Stay Inside 📷

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Highlights of The Tour

  • Benefit of the two in one ticket including the Topkapi Palace & Harem Museum
  • Skip the ticket lines and easily enter the palace with a host leading the way
  • Explore the Topkapi Palace & Harem Museum independently
  • Stay inside at both Museums as long as you'd like
  • Learn about the Ottoman Empire while studying holy relics and ancient art

Full Description

Discover the wonders inside the Topkapi Palace and the Harem Museum in Istanbul with skip-the-line entry tickets and your own personal smartphone app audio guide. Avoid the long ticket lines with skip-the-line privileges and a host that will lead you inside. After meeting your host, receive your entry ticket and seamlessly enter inside the Topkapi Palace. As you enter, launch your audio guide on your smartphone to enrich your visit (download instructions received after booking). Immerse yourself in the ancient Ottoman Empire as you walk through the museum gates and gardens. Stroll through centuries of the Ottoman Empire's history while seeing the museum's centuries-old art and architecture up close. Venture back to the Ottoman Empire through historical artwork and architecture. Visit the palace's timeless collections, the Harem ant at your own pace and get a closer look at astonishing royal jewelry and holy religious relics. Learn about the lives of sultans and queens through your audio guide. Before the end of your visit, enjoy sweeping views of the city and Bosphorus from the palace.

Includes

  • Host
  • Topkapi Palace skip-the-line ticket
  • Harem Museum skip-the-line ticket
  • Audio guide app (available in 9 languages)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Live tour guide

Meeting Point

Before going inside the Topkapi Palace, meet your host between 9:30 AM and 5 PM next to the Tourism Police. Look for the Topkapi Cafe and the Tours&Tickets kiosk and hosts with flags in their hands. You can not enter the palace without your host. The host departs for the Palace every 30 minutes.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Headphones
  • Downloaded app
  • Charged Smartphone

Know before you go

  • Even though you'll skip the ticket lines, there's a mandatory security check, which may take up to 10 minutes during the high season
  • Please note that this is not a guided tour. You will meet only the host, and they will provide the tickets.
  • The app requires internet to download, but it does not require internet to use once it has been downloaded.

Frequently Asked & Question

Topkapı Palace is a historic palace located in Istanbul, Turkey. It served as the primary residence and administrative center of the Ottoman sultans for over 400 years.

Topkapı Palace consists of several key sections including the Inner Courtyard, the Harem, the Imperial Council, the Imperial Treasury, and the Baghdad Pavilion.

Visitors to Topkapı Palace can explore various exhibits showcasing Ottoman artifacts, including jewelry, weapons, ceramics, and manuscripts. They can also tour the sultan's private quarters, the Harem, and enjoy panoramic views of Istanbul.

The duration of a visit to Topkapı Palace can vary depending on individual interests. On average, visitors spend around 2-3 hours exploring the palace and its exhibits.

Topkapı Palace has made efforts to improve accessibility for visitors with disabilities. However, due to the historic nature of the site, some areas may be challenging to access. Elevators and ramps are available in certain sections, and staff members are ready to assist visitors with special needs.

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