Highlights

• Explore Topkapı Palace, the former residence of Ottoman sultans and the administrative heart of the empire, which spans four centuries and 25 sultans' rule.
• Enjoy skip-the-line access and delve into the palace’s grandeur at your own pace with an audio guide available in 10 languages.
• Visit the First Courtyard, once home to a hospital, bakery, arsenal, mint, storage rooms, and dormitories.
• Fun Fact: The Byzantine Church of Hagia Eirene, located in this courtyard, was later converted into an armory.
• Wander through the Second Courtyard, where the Divan (Imperial Council) met, and see the privy stables and kitchens.
• The kitchens house an exquisite Chinese porcelain collection, regarded as the third most valuable in the world.
• Upgrade your experience to include a guided tour of both Topkapı Palace and the Blue Mosque for a deeper dive into Istanbul's rich history.

Inclusions

• Skip-the-line entry to Topkapı Palace
• Access to the Harem Museum
• Audio guide available in 10 languages (English, German, French, Russian, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Arabic, Chinese, Turkish)
• Assistance from a representative to guide you to the palace entrance

Need to Know

• The audio guide app is available in multiple languages. Download it in advance (instructions provided with your voucher).
• Internet connectivity is limited at the museum/pier; ensure the app is downloaded before your visit. The app works offline but requires GPS, so activate it and bring headphones.
• Entry is restricted to the selected time slot (available slots: 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM). Once inside, you may stay until closing at 5 PM.
• Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before your scheduled entry.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking up to 24 hours before the scheduled experience for a full refund.