Avoid long waiting lines and enter the 15th-century palace of Topkapı at ease with this skip-the-line ticket. Spend time exploring Istanbul’s most celebrated attraction, and explore the lavish collections of Ottoman Turkey’s famed sultans.
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Skip the lines and fall in love with the incredible 15th-century Topkapi Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site, marveling at the expensive tastes of the Ottoman sultans.
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See priceless jewels, rich living quarters, and beautiful architecture. Learn more with an audio guide available in 5 languages.
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Explore the peaceful gardens, pavilions, hidden sanctuaries, kitchens, and more.
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Elevate your experience by upgrading your ticket to enjoy a guided tour of Basilica Cistern and Topkapı Palace with an English-speaking guide.
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Fun fact: The Byzantine Church of Hagia Eirene was located in the first courtyard of the palace but was converted into an armory.
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Skip-the-line entry into Topkapı Palace
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Access to Harem Museum
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Audio guide in English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish.
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The services of a representative who will lead you to the entrance
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2-hour guided tour of Topkapi Palace & Basilica Cistern with entry tickets (optional)
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English-speaking guide (optional)
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Pandur
Oct, 2024
It's worth choosing this ticket, we got in very quickly. A man was waiting for us at a booth to show us our ticket and a few minutes later we were on our way in with the team. We were taken to the Hare after which we were free to explore. You were in Topkapi as long as you wanted. It's a very nice place. Just like in Suleiman, the locations were the same. It's a beautiful place. The only thing that bothered me was that there were not many windows open in the Harem, so it was dark inside and you couldn't get good shots. But I enjoyed every minute of it, I really wanted to go there. If you can, you should go too. You can really be the Sultan of Hürrem here.This review is translated. Show original review.
Caroline
Sep, 2024
I loved the harem and the beauty of the mosaics, as well as the gardens and the presentation of costumes and crockery!View original review in French
Racliu
Sep, 2024
The Topkapi Palace is extraordinary, for a history buff it's something breathtaking, and the fact that we had a guide and didn't have to stand in queues (which are indeed endless) was a big plus. Without the app, the palace visit would probably have taken us all day. Thank you so much, it is a very helpful app! I will use it in other locations.This review is translated. Show original review.
Matsa
Aug, 2024
Magnificent experience. This Palace is incredible in terms of its size and richness. I highly recommend a visit. The gardens are bucolic 😍. It was very well organized, and the audio guide was very useful for getting all the information you needed.View original review in FrenchMaria
Aug, 2024
The palace is spectacular, no doubt you have to go to see it if you go to Istanbul, yes, it is very big so visiting it takes time. We got the tickets online with Headout and it was perfect, you exchange them at the Topkapi Café and from there they take you in a group to the entrance where everyone makes the visit at their own pace.View original review in Spanish
As the Turkish sultanate's home for centuries, Topkapı Palace offers a crash course in the history of the once-mighty Ottoman Empire. Visiting this landmark is considered to be an absolute must and one of the best things to do in Istanbul. The best part? With this handy ticket, you get to skip the lines (and the heat) outside the palace and learn about the monumental structure in the language of your choice with the audio guide, which is available in English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish.
The Topkapı Palace was once the crown jewel of the Ottoman Empire. You can see its lavishness reflected in its opulent architecture - something you would only associate with the sultans of history's most powerful empires. Today, it is Turkey's most important cultural icon and an awe-inspiring monument.
The Combo: Topkapi Palace & Basilica Cistern Guided Tour
Embark on a guided tour of the Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace, starting with the iconic Basilica Cistern, an ancient underground water reservoir located in the heart of Istanbul. Then, explore Topkapi Palace, the world's largest and oldest palace, once the heart of the Ottoman Empire. Discover its treasury and exotic buildings while enjoying panoramic views of the Golden Horn.
What to bring
- Please bring your headphones to listen to the audio guide.
Additional information
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Note that you will be able to enter the Topkapi Palace only with a representative. Meet your guide at the meeting point, who will then take you inside the palace.
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Be sure to arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before your scheduled entry time.
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The audio guide app is available in English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish. You'll find instructions on how to use the audio guide app in your ticket voucher.
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Please note that there is limited internet at the museum/pier so download the audio guide app before your visit. The app does not require internet once it has been downloaded (ensure your GPS is activated).
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Enter the palace and stay as long as you want until its closing time of 5pm.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.
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Please note you cannot go directly to the Topkapi Palace. A representative will take you to the palace after you meet them and redeem your voucher.
Ticket redemption point
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Show your ticket at Topkapi Cafe / Meeting Hub" OUTSIDE Topkapi Palace.
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Address: Cankurtaran, Soğuk Çeşme Sk. No:4, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye.
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