With this ticket, you can explore the history and opulence of the Ottoman Empire at Istanbul's Topkapı Palace. You'll have skip-the-line entry and a host to welcome you inside.
You’ll follow an audio guide throughout the palace complex, learning about the sultans who lived there and other members of the court, like concubines and eunuchs. Your ticket will also grant you access to the Harem Museum, and you can spend as much time as you like at both attractions.
What's included
- Admission to Topkapı Palace and the Harem Museum
- Audio guide
- Host services
- Skip-the-line admission
What's not included
- Guide services
- Transportation
- Tips
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Restrictions
- Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the activity starts.
- Require clothing to cover shoulders & knees. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
Audio supported 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 or be accompanied by an adult.
What you need to know
Meet the tour representative between 09:30 and 17:00 next to the Tourism Police.
The tour representative departs for the palace every 60 minutes.
You can join at any of the following timed entry slots on your selected date at Topkapi Palace.
- 09:30
- 10:30
- 11:30
- 12:30
- 13:30
- 14:30
- 15:30
Look for the Topkapı Cafe and the tours and tickets kiosk. You'll find the tour representative's holding flags in their hands.
You cannot enter the palace without your tour representative.
The closest tram stop is Sultanahmet station, served by the T1 line, which is a 6–8-minute walk from the palace.
Luggage storage is not available at the palace.
A strict dress code is required to visit the palace. It's recommended to wear long trousers and a long-sleeved shirt or a scarf to cover your shoulders.
Re-entry is not permitted after leaving the venue.
All visitors are required to undergo a mandatory security check.
Please note that you can only enter the attraction with your tour representative.
Please check the instructions on your voucher.
After the tour, you can explore each museum at your own pace and stay inside as long as you want.
Please note that this is not a guided tour. You'll only be met by a tour representative, who will provide the tickets.
The audio app requires an internet connection to download, but can be used offline after downloading.
Please note that pets are not allowed on the tour, except for service animals with a valid identification.
Visitors who appear intoxicated may be refused entry or service. In such situation, you will not be refunded.