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Tours/Istanbul/Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour

Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour

4.7(76)Istanbul4 hours
VIATOR4.7(45)TRIPADVISOR4.7(31)
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
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Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour
Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour

At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Price from
$80 / person
Location
Istanbul, Türkiye
Rating
4.7 / 5 · 76 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 8
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Tematique Tours
Meeting point
In front (outside) of FOODIE-IST CAFE AND BRASSERIE. It is approximately 2 minutes walking distance from (T1) Sultanahmet tram stop. Your guide will wear a tour guide badge and will be easy to spot.

Description

Experience the main attractions of Istanbul, as well as the small but equally wonderful details of the city on this small-group tour. Your guide takes you on an in-depth tour of both Blue Mosque and Topkapı Palace. You'll hear interesting stories that other tours fail to mention.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
Start times
8:30 AM and 1:30 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 13+)
$80
Child (ages 7–12)
$46
Infant (ages 0–6)
Free

Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.

Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $108.

Larger groups pay less per person.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.

Tour Options

Without Entry Tickets

Pay On The Tour: Topkapi Palace entry ticket (55 EUR pp) is not included in this option. Pay in cash on the tour.

Entry Tickets Included Option

All Inclusive Option: All the entry fees and mosque donations are included in this option. Save time at Topkapi Palace with priority access. Small Group Tour: Visit the Sultanahmet Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and the Harem in detail with an expert tour guide.

Itinerary

Blue Mosque
60 min

Sultan Ahmed Mosque, known as the Blue Mosque by many tourists because of its bluish interior decoration (blue tiles surrounding the walls of interior design), is the most important mosque of Istanbul standing next to the Byzantine Hippodrome in the old city center..

Sultanahmet District
Pass by

"Sultan Ahmet Center", the heart of the "Old City" from where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires were ruled.

TopkapI Palace
Admission included120 min

Topkapı Palace was the seat of Ottoman Empire more than 380 years where 24 of 36 Sultans lived and ruled their land. The palace was transformed into a museum in 1924 and now one of Turkey’s richest museums with its permanent and temporary exhibition halls. Buildings and courtyards, including a treasury, apartments, bathhouses, harems, and an armoury, holy relics section, not to mention imperial halls, kitchens and royal chambers that make a visit into Topkapi’s inner walls one of the world’s great wonders. Treasures within include 13th-century Japanese porcelain, weaponry used by the Ottoman army, 86 carat 4th biggest diamond of its kind and world famous Topkapi Dagger any many more.. *Topkapi Palace Entry Ticket is included (If Option is Selected) *Topkapi Palace Entry Ticket- TRY 2,400/person (If Option is Not Selected)

Sogukcesme Sokak
Pass by

This is a small street with beautiful historic houses which are leaning against the wall of Topkapi Palace.

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
Pass by

Hagia Sophia the Church of Divine Wisdom, a fifteen hundred years old splendid monument, is a must see in Istanbul, built to be the world’s largest place of worship by Emperor Justinian in 532 AD.

What's included

Included
Professional guide
Small Group
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratitudes

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.7
76 reviews
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How it compares in Istanbul

  • Starting price $80 is 30% below the typical $114 for tours of similar length in Istanbul

Excurgo comparison of 3,628 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Modest clothing should be preferred when visiting the Blue Mosque. Shorts for men or women should be below the knee. Women cover their heads and exposed shoulders with a scarf or shawl, skirt should be below the knee. For those who do not have suitable clothes, stands are available at the entrance. Overalls and headscarves are provided for free of charge.

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 Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour take?

Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.

How much does Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour cost?

Prices start at $80 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $108. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 8:30 AM and 1:30 PM.

How much does Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour cost for children?

Children aged 7–12 pay from $46, adults from $80. Infants go free.

Can I cancel Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided 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 In front (outside) of FOODIE-IST CAFE AND BRASSERIE. It is approximately 2 minutes walking distance from (T1) Sultanahmet tram stop. Your guide will wear a tour guide badge and will be easy to spot. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided 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 8 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Topkapı Palace with Harem & Blue Mosque Guided Tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 76 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Tematique Tours.

Reviews(76)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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D9534BDlisas
March 20, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Blue Mosque is a “must-see!”

Beautiful palace. The Blue Mosque “a must” to see.

T
thaynnna
March 14, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Repeat

Just wonderful!!! We went from Topkapi Palace to the Blue Mosque and it was stunning. The city is beautiful!!!

Operator response

Que feedback maravilhoso! Ficamos muito felizes em saber que você teve uma experiência deslumbrante em nosso tour por Istambul, explorando desde o Palácio Topkapi até a Mesquita Azul. A cidade é realmente linda, e é uma alegria para nós saber que você a apreciou tanto. Agradecemos por compartilhar sua opinião!

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CulturedLeftfooter
September 22, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Well paced and knowledgeable guide

Tolga was a great guide. Just the two of us in this party so a really personal experience. Well paced tour of 2 great sites. A knowledgeable guide and plenty of time to take in the sights. Tolga really brought the history alive with stories of palace life, but also gave us time to wander at our own pace. In 3.5 hour you cannot see everything, but he left us with pointers in what more there was to see after he left us. Good value, and so much better than an audio guide.

Operator response

Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a great and personal experience with **Tolga** on your tour. It sounds like he did a fantastic job of bringing history to life while still giving you the flexibility to explore at your own pace. We agree that a great guide is so much better than an audio guide, and we're proud that Tolga's knowledge and storytelling made the tour such good value for you.

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Atka R
July 2, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Fantastic tour 😀

We had a really interesting tour, Tolga was super informative and friendly. We learnt so much and we highly recommend it.

Operator response

Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so glad you had such a great experience and found your tour with **Tolga** to be both interesting and informative. It's wonderful to hear that you learned so much and that you highly recommend him. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words!

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nadimsawabini01
June 29, 2024 · via Viator
Wonderful and Attentive

The tour was wonderful. Nadriye was very patient with my elderly mother and my young daughter who were slower than the rest of us. She was very attentive and considerate. The palace and mosque are a great glimpse into istanbuls wonderful history and a must see for any tourists in the city.

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you had such a great experience on your **Istanbul tour**. It's fantastic to hear that your guide, **Nadriye**, was so patient and attentive with your mother and daughter. Our guides are dedicated to ensuring everyone has a comfortable and enjoyable time, and we're very proud that she was so considerate. We agree that the palace and mosque offer a wonderful glimpse into Istanbul's rich history and are truly must-see sites. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to Nadriye.

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Rebecca L
June 16, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
To recommend.

We had a very friendly and competent tour guide!!! An entertaining three-hour history briefing

Operator response

Vielen Dank für die tolle Bewertung! Wir freuen uns sehr zu hören, dass Sie eine so freundliche und kompetente Reiseleiterin hatten und der dreistündige Geschichtsabriss so kurzweilig war.

S
Salima R
May 8, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Guided tour reservation

What scams, what are the 70 euros paid when booking for? Be careful you also have to pay 80th to the guide to access the palace, I do not recommend this visit at all, do it alone if possible, you will only pay 1500try with a audio guide, never again TripAdvisor

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

Thank you for your feedback. I am very sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations and that you feel the tour was misleading. I want to clarify that the €70 you paid at booking covers the professional guide's services, planning, and historical commentary. The €80 you were asked to pay on-site is for the official entrance tickets to the palace, which are a separate cost. We do our best to be transparent about these fees in the tour description. That said, it sounds like this was not made clear to you, and for that, I sincerely apologize. We understand how frustrating it is to encounter unexpected costs. We are reviewing our tour descriptions and communication process to ensure all future guests have a clear understanding of what is and isn't included in the initial price.

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Nicola_M
May 5, 2024 · via Viator
Totally recommended

Really competent guide, interesting and beautiful sites to visit. Totally recommend in order to speed up the ticket process as well

Operator response

Thank you for your review! We're so glad you had a great experience and found our guide to be competent and the sites interesting and beautiful. We agree that a guided tour is the best way to speed up the ticketing process and make the most of your time in **Istanbul**. We appreciate your recommendation!

K
Kellie_T
May 3, 2024 · via Viator
Read the fine print

Erol was very charismatic and informative. l think you should put in the title when there is extra costs involved for a tour.

Operator response

Thank you for your feedback! It's wonderful to hear that Erol was so charismatic and informative. We're very proud of our guides, and we'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. I also appreciate your note about the extra costs. You're right—it's crucial for us to be completely transparent. We are immediately reviewing our tour titles and descriptions to make sure all extra costs, like entrance fees, are clearly stated upfront. Your suggestion will help us improve the clarity of our listings for all future guests.

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Charlotte_T
April 6, 2024 · via Viator
Lovely Experience

Our guide was very knowledgeable, and willing to share. We were both injured (knee strains) and unable to walk quickly but our guide was extremely accommodating in that she walked slowly and allowed us frequent rest breaks. We appreciated her kindness and loved the history and current events that were shared with us throughout our time together. Thanks for the wonderful tour!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are so glad to hear that you had a great experience on your **Istanbul tour**. It's fantastic to know that your guide's knowledge and willingness to share made such a positive impact on your day. We're especially grateful for your feedback on how accommodating she was with your knee injuries—our guides are dedicated to ensuring every guest has a comfortable and enjoyable experience, and we're so proud that she delivered on that. We'll be sure to pass along your thanks and kind words to her. We hope you had a memorable rest of your time in Istanbul!

$80/ person
4.7(76)
Duration4 hours
LanguagesEN
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