Topkapi Palace & Bosphorus Cruise with Audio Guides

Sail between Europe and Asia on a scenic Bosphorus cruise from Eminönü. Admire Ottoman waterfront palaces, historic fortresses, elegant mansions and the bridges connecting Istanbul’s two continents. Highlights along the route include Dolmabahçe Palace, Çırağan Palace, Ortaköy, Rumeli Fortress, Beylerbeyi Palace and the Maiden’s Tower. Your included smartphone audio guide introduces 25 points of interest in eight languages. These are sightseeing points viewed from the boat, not stops for disembarking. Reserve your cruise date and departure time through the link emailed after purchase and attend your selected sailing. The cruise lasts approximately 90 minutes and may take up to 120 minutes.

Explore Topkapi Palace, the residence of Ottoman sultans and the empire’s administrative centre for centuries. Discover imperial courtyards, treasury collections and sacred relics, and admire views over Istanbul’s waterways. Learn about palace life and Ottoman history at your own pace with an audio guide available in eight languages. Reserve your visit date through the link emailed after purchase. On your selected day, go inside Chimney Bistro during the host service hours stated in your voucher and show your QR code to the staff. Your host will assist with admission and accompany you into the palace. This ticket cannot be used for direct entry at the palace gates. Skip the ticket-purchase queue; mandatory security checks still apply. Once inside, explore independently with the audio guide on your smartphone. A live guided tour inside the palace and admission to the Harem Section are not included. Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays.