On this tour, you’ll have the chance to explore the history and architecture of Topkapi Palace.
After making your way to the museum, you can join a 60-minute guided tour of the palace. Afterwards, you can independently explore the castle and its courtyards and pavilions with an audio guide. You’ll have the opportunity to learn more about the history of the 15th-century palace, including how it served as the residence of Ottoman sultans.
What's included
- Guide services
- Skip-the-line admission
- Audio guide
- A map for Topkapi Palace
What's not included
- Transportation
- Tips
- Headset for the audio guide
- Admission to the Harem
Restrictions
- Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the activity starts.
Tour available in your selected language
Audio guide available in multiple languages
Additional information
Please bring your ticket with you to the attraction.
Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.
You need to be 18 years or older to book. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Children aged 0 to 6 years can participate for free.
What you need to know
Meet your guide at Topkapi café's meeting hub, located outside Topkapi Palace, across the Carpet Museum. Your guide will be holding a red flag.
The nearest tram station is Sultanahmet tram station, served by line T1. It is a six-minute walk to the meeting point.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled tour time
Please note that the operational hours are from 09:00–18:00, from Wednesday–Monday. The last admission is at 17:00.
Please note that the Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays.
Please note that this option includes skip-the-line admission, but you may still need to wait in line at the security checkpoint. This can take between 30 seconds and 15 minutes, depending on the visitors' number.