Topkapi Palace and Dolmabahce Palace Istanbul Tour

Topkapi Palace and Dolmabahce Palace Istanbul Tour

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About this experience

Explore Istanbul with our Topkapi Palace and Dolmabahce Palace Skip-the-Line Combo Tickets.

Discover the legacy of the Ottoman Empire through two iconic palaces. Begin with a hosted entry at Topkapi Palace, once the seat of power for Ottoman sultans, featuring royal courtyards and priceless treasures. Continue to the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace, the empire’s last royal residence, famous for its crystal chandeliers, grand halls, and stunning Bosphorus views.

Admissions are included in this pass.

Operating Hours:

Topkapi Palace: 09:30, 10:30, 11:30, 13:30, 14:30, and 15:30 (closed Tuesdays)
Dolmabahce Palace: 09:00 - 17:00 (closed Mondays)

Join the Topkapi Palace tours at the specified times with your host.

Available options

DPTP45

What's included

Flexible exploration time at both palace complexes

Hosted Entry for Topkapi Palace

Audio guide available in 25 languages

Access to the Harem sections at both palaces

Skip-the-ticket-line entry to Topkapi Palace and Dolmabahce Palace

Detailed itinerary

Stop 1

Join a 20-minute guided Topkapi Palace tour. Entry is only with your guide. Tours are available daily except Tuesdays at 09:30, 11:00, 12:00, 13:30, and 15:30. Please meet your guide in front of the Fountain of Sultan Ahmed III at least 15 minutes before your tour starts.
Please note that the Outer Treasury (Weapon Collection), parts of the Matbah-i Amir Kitchen Complex, and the Petition Chamber / Audience Hall are currently closed at Topkapi Palace. Other sections are open as usual.

Stop 2

The Dolmabahce Palace and Harem tour does not offer a hosted entry and highlights tour. You can explore individually with a professionally prepared audio guide.