Topkapi Palace and Harem Tour (Small Group & Fast Track Entry)
Description
Discover the Topkapi Palace on a guided tour with skip-the-line tickets. Learn about Ottoman history in the Palace and the life of Sultan's family in the harem. Discover how the complex of buildings, pavilions, and courtyards was a self-contained city, which most inhabitants rarely left. Explore the outer-terraced gardens and admire the view over the Golden Horn. Immerse yourself in the heart of the great Ottoman Empire. Stroll through the palace, and imagine the ruling Sultans who lived in its hundreds of rooms with their vast families and countless servants. Visit the harem, ruled by the Queen Mother who wielded domestic and political power. The harem housed hundreds of women and family members as well as hundreds of eunuchs, who performed a wide range of duties. Walk through the Harem is also the only way to see the very early, exceptionally-crafted Iznik tiles decorated with floral designs and verses from the Quran.
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Topkapi Palace Museum / Topkapı Sarayı More than just an Imperial Residence of Ottoman Sultans, it was the seat of the Supreme Executive and Judiciary Council for almost 400 years long. Topkapi Palace is a great monument of Oriental architecture which resembles the power of the Ottoman Empire.
Visit the harem, ruled by the Queen Mother who wielded domestic and political power. The harem housed hundreds of women and family members as well as hundreds of eunuchs, who performed a wide range of duties. Take a moment to spot the cupboard doors inlaid with mother-of-pearl and tortoiseshell. Walk through the Harem is also the only way to see the very early, exceptionally-crafted Iznik tiles decorated with floral designs and verses from the Quran.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(243)
It was really cool and enjoyable with very professional qnd friendly guides
amazing experience! amazing service! definitely a must visit!!!!!
Beritan was amazingly helpful and provided us with solutions and a great service!
Beritan was amazing, a great problem solver, and resourceful and hardworking. i recommend working with this company. They are professional and have great tours.
We booked the 9 AM tour the night before, so I thought the process might take some time, but everything was confirmed very quickly and the meeting point was easy to find. Our guide, Cem, was knowledgeable and explained the history in a clear and comprehensive way. The whole family really enjoyed the tour and learned a lot. He was also very friendly and kindly helped us take some great family photos, which we really appreciated. Istanbul is such a beautiful and unique city, and this tour made our visit even more enjoyable. Thank you, Cem, for a wonderful experience. 即使是臨時預訂也處理得非常順利，這應該是最近這段時間碰上最滿意的tour
Dear Guest, thank you for this wonderful review! 😊 We're so glad the last-minute booking went smoothly and that Cem made the experience so enriching for the whole family. Those family photos will be a lovely memory to keep! We'll make sure he knows how much you appreciated him. Hope to welcome you all back to Istanbul soon! Kind regards 🧿 Tourmania Team
The tour was great! Batuhan was very warm and friendly. He explained to us the different exhibitions well. We enjoyed it even more because it was only our family.
Dear Guest, thank you for the lovely review! It sounds like a perfect family day out! 😊 We're so glad Batuhan made the experience so warm and personal. A private family visit really does make everything more special. We'll pass on your kind words to him. Hope to see you back soon! Kind regards 🧿 Tourmania Team
Skipping the queue is a huge advantage. The price of this tour may seem high but entry prices to all Istanbul sites are high compared to the rest of Europe. As long as the group doesn't get too big this is good value.
Dear Guest, thank you for the great insight! We're glad the skip-the-line access made such a difference and that you felt the value was there. We always aim to keep our groups at a comfortable size for a better experience all round. 😊 We hope to welcome you back to Istanbul soon! Kind regards 🧿 Tourmania Team
Had an amazing experience for the Topkapi Palace tour with the tour guide Batuhan! Strongly recommended! Batuhan knew the place inside out and was very knowledgeable.
Dear Guest, thank you for the wonderful review! We're so happy to hear Batuhan made your Topkapi Palace visit truly unforgettable. His knowledge and passion for history really do bring the palace to life! We'll be sure to pass on your kind words to him. We hope to see you back in Istanbul soon! 😊 Kind regards 🧿 Tourmania Team
Batu, our guide made the palace come to life. We asked him questions constantly. We learned a lot about the history of the palace and how people were living there. The protocols of the court and intrigues.
Dear Guest, thank you for this fantastic review! Topkapi Palace has so many fascinating stories to tell and we're thrilled Batu brought them all to life for you! 😊 The court intrigues alone could fill a whole book. We'll make sure he knows how much you appreciated his knowledge. Hope to see you back in Istanbul soon! Kind regards 🧿 Tourmania Team
Amazing place to visit, especially the harem quarters. Our guide did a great job.
Dear Guest, Thank you! The Harem really is one of those places that leaves a lasting impression and we're so glad the guide brought it to life so well. Hope to welcome you back again someday! Kind regards 🧿 Tourmania Team
