How did sultans rule an empire from Topkapi? Explore Ottoman courtyards, treasures and the Imperial Harem with regular tickets. Flexible options included. Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: 3-hour: Topkapi Palace Book this private tour of the Topkapi Palace Museum to discover the essence of the Ottoman heritage & see nearby attractions of the Old City such as Hagia Sophia (outside only) 4,5-hour: Topkapi Palace with Transport Book a 1,5H round-trip transfer & 3-hour private tour of the Topkapi Palace Museum with nearby attractions of the Old City. 4-hour: Topkapi Palace & Imperial Harem Book private tour of the Topkapi Palace Museum & Imperial Harem to discover the secrets of Ottoman sultans & see nearby attractions such as Hagia Sophia (outside only) 5,5-hour: Topkapi Palace & Imperial Harem with Transport Book 1,5H round-trip transfer & 4H private tour of the Topkapi Palace Museum & Imperial Harem with nearby attractions.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $533.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Meet your guide in front of the World Heritage Center Hotel, Alemdar, Divanyolu Caddesi, Dr. Eminpaşa Sk. No:2, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
Private transfers with a 3-hour private tour of the Topkapi Palace Museum. Istanbul is one of the largest and busiest cities in the world, so the estimated 1.5-hour round-trip transfer between the museum and your accommodation can save you a lot of time and effort. We will arrange a private car, van, minibus, or another suitable vehicle for your pickup and drop-off, so you can enjoy a hassle-free experience with one of the most
Private tour to see the Topkapi Palace Museum (without the Harem). This magnificent castle was built in the 15th century by Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror after the fall of Constantinople, and together with the nearby Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, it is one of the top attractions of the Historic Areas of Istanbul. With regular tickets to Topkapi Palace, you will follow the standard admission process, including security checks, and explore the palace museum with an Expert Guide. Come and discover this UNESCO World Heritage site, its fascinating history and architecture. You will explore the tranquil courtyards, the ornate pavilions decorated with thousands of decorative tiles, and the museum exhibits that showcase historical weapons, armor, jewelry, porcelain and other valuable artifacts.
Your Private Guide will share many fascinating stories about daily life at the court and tell you about the events and personalities that shaped the history of the Ottoman Empire. You can visit this huge palace a thousand times, and still learn something new each time. Choose the 4,5-hour option to book private transfers with a 3-hour private tour of the Topkapi Palace Museum. Istanbul is one of the largest and busiest cities in the world, so the estimated 1,5-hour round-trip transfer between the museum and your accommodation can save you a lot of time and effort. We will arrange a private car, van, minibus or another suitable vehicle for your pickup and drop-off, so you can enjoy a hassle-free experience of one of the most .
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Topkapi Palace and Harem Istanbul Private Guided Tour lasts about 3h–5h 30min. The itinerary has 4 stops.
Prices start at $303 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 $533. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with 9 departures a day between 8:30 AM and 3:00 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Harbour Suites Old City.
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, FR, TR, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Rosotravel - Turkey Tours.
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Amazing! The views are good. Really worth the tour. Our guide Ali was great. The palace has a very interesting structure. Golden Horn is really incredible
Dear 535mushfiqs, Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Topkapi Palace and Harem tour, and that Ali made it even more memorable with his guidance. It’s wonderful that the views and the Golden Horn left such a strong impression. Best regards, Rosotravel Team
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