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Guided Tour to Topkapi Palace with Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $70 / person
- Location
- Istanbul, Türkiye
- Rating
- 3.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 10
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Circle Istanbul
- Meeting point
- Right in front of fountain which is build by Sultan Ahmet 3rd. It is also considered as the entrance of the palace
Description
We skip the long lines without waiting, because all our tour guides are licenced and licenced guides have priority for ticket line. The official part of Topkapi Palace is build on 4 courtyard. Each courtyard we stop to get information about history of Ottoman Empire and Byzantine Empire from our licenced tour guide. We also get information about the collections. At first we see collections at the 3rd and 4th courtyards. After we finish collections, we move to pavilions. There are 3 pavilions and they are build for the honour of the victories which Ottoman Empire got from the battles. Finally we end up at a restaurant/cafe to have a break and we finish the tour afterwards.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon and Wed
- Start times
- 4:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 0–80)
- $70
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
TopkapI Palace
It was a residence for Ottoman Royal Family for 400 years and it is operating as a museum today. Collection of Topkapi Palace is one of the richest collection in the world. Especially Clock Section, Armory Section, Sacred Part and Pavilions are amazing example of art of Ottoman Empire.
Fountain of Ahmet III
Fountain of Ahmet 3rd is our meeting point. This fountain is build in 1728. One of the most impressive building of old city. It is a Rokoko structure
Hagia Irene Museum
The Hagia Irene located in the outer courtyard of Topkapı Palace is the oldest church of the Eastern Roman Empire (Byzantine). It was also the second largest church in Istanbul after Hagia Sophia. Hagia Irene, originally means “sacred peace” (Hagia Eirene), has a special meaning as the first place where Turkish museology was born.
What's included
Included
Baghdad Pavilion, Revan Pavilion, Mecidiye Pavilion
Armory Collection
Imperial Council House of Ottoman Empire
Clock Collection
Sacred Part (Prophet Muhammed's and Prophet Abraham's belonging)
Kitchen Collection
Not included
Coffee and/or Tea
Snacks
Entry ticket
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.0
2 reviews
How it compares in Istanbul
- Starting price $70 is 23% above the typical $57 for tours of similar length in Istanbul
Excurgo comparison of 3,635 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Guided Tour to Topkapi Palace with Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $70 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays and Wednesdays, starting at 4:00 PM.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Right in front of fountain which is build by Sultan Ahmet 3rd. It is also considered as the entrance of the palace. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.0 out of 5 across 2 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Circle Istanbul.
Reviews(2)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Informative tour. Without a guide you’d miss out.
Our family of 5 spent an an entire week in Istanbul and saved Topaki palace for our last day. It’s stunningly beautiful ! Metin was an amazing tour guide explaining the intricate history of the palace and the highlight. 2 hrs went by very fast ! Please don’t hesitate to book this awesome tour.
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