Istanbul: Topkapi and Harem Tour with Skip-the-Line Ticket
Skip the ticket lines and discover Topkapi Palace in Istanbul on an informative tour with a local expert.
Description
Skip-the-line entry to the glorious Topkapi Palace of Istanbul. Explore the museum with a guide, then take the time to discover the treasures at your own pace with an audio guide. Learn all about the palace's opulent pavilions, jewel-filled Treasury, and sprawling Harem.Meet your guide in front of the museum and go directly to the entrance. Save 2 to 3 hours by skipping the line. If you choose the private option, purchase your ticket to the palace upon arrival. Following security checks, discover the council hall, arms and armory section, and holy relics with your guide. Learn about the palace's colorful history.
Then, enjoy the palace at your own pace with an audio guide. Take a long coffee break while enjoying a spectacular view of the Bosphorus. You can see all of the palace in an hour, or you can choose to stay inside for several hours to explore fully at your leisure.
Important information
- With your pre-booked ticket, you will skip ticket lines, but you cannot skip the security check
- Audio guide download instructions are written in your confirmation
- Once you download the audio guide app on your smartphone, an internet connection is no longer needed
What’s included
- Topkapi Palace skip-the-line entry ticket
- Harem section ticket
- English-speaking guide
- Audio guide app in Spanish, Turkish, Chinese, English, German, Italian, Arabic, Polish, and Russian
- Unlimited time to explore the Topkapi Palace
- Headphones for the audio guide
Cancellation policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
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