Topkapi Palace: Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Tickets & Exploration of the Ottoman History

Explore the Topkapi Palace on a guided tour with skip-the-line tickets. Learn about Ottoman history and the life of the Sultan’s family in the harem. Immerse yourself in the heart of the Ottoman Empire and admire the stunning views over the Golden Horn.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Topkapi Palace - 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.
  • Topkapı Sarayı Harem Dairesi -…
What's Included
  • Entrance to Topkapi Palace & Harem included
  • Guided by a Professional Tour Guide
What's Not Included
  • Transfer
  • Food and Drinks
Additional Information

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…

Location
Fountain Sultan Ahmed III
Meet your Tour Guide holding a sign with Tourmania logo
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Kartikn999
Jul 2, 2025
Intricate interiors of the TopKapi palace - the Harem is the best part - Huseyne was a very polite and well informed guide. He gave the group the required amount of information and offered to provide more details if anyone was interested. He co-ordinated the group tour well on a very busy day at Topkapi palace.
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Manfred
Jun 22, 2025
Informative and enjoyable visit! Great guide. - Informative and enjoyable tour with Huseyin. He was very well versed with the history, and even though I was the only person on the tour I did not feel rushed. Gave me a deeper appreciation of the history of Istanbul and the palace.
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H_lecter78
Jun 21, 2025
Topkapi and Harem tour - Tour was absolutely fantastic. Topkapi is one of the highlights in Istanbul. Hüseyin was very knowledgeable and we learned a lot. highly recommend.
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878catharineb
Jun 21, 2025
Great informative tour - The tour was great! We really enjoyed it and Huseyin was very knowledge. Would definitely recommend if you’re looking for an interactive and well planned out tour. The palace itself was beautiful and a great way to spend the day at.
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Macheret
Jun 18, 2025
Great tour of the palace - The Topkapi Palace tour in Istanbul is a captivating journey through Ottoman history. The sprawling complex, once the heart of the empire, with its ornate courtyards, intricate tilework, and stunning views of the Bosphorus. Highlights include the Harem’s opulent rooms and the Treasury’s jaw-dropping jewels, like the Spoonmaker’s Diamond. The guide was informative and entertaining. The palace’s grandeur and historical depth make it a must-visit. Highly recommended for history buffs!
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Wshazwani
Jun 5, 2025
I had fun time - The guide did not rushed us and let us take our time, tour last more than 2 hours. After finished the guided tour, we can go around the public courtyard and visit lots of showroom
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Enakemee
May 19, 2025
A Calm, Worthwhile Stroll Through History - I spent over 2.5 hours on a guided tour of Topkapi Palace, and our guide was calm, thorough, and incredibly accommodating—especially to a family in our group with young kids. He waited patiently, offered alternatives, and made sure everyone was comfortable throughout. What stood out most for me were the architecture and the stories behind each room—how spaces were used, how traditions were carried out, and how much has been preserved. I only wish the guide had added more legends and folktales to bring the palace to life. A little mystery would’ve gone a long way. The pacing was just right, a little slow at times to accommodate the kids and strollers, but honestly, I loved that. We had ample time for questions, photos, and exploration. After the main tour wrapped, I stayed to explore other areas like the kitchens, laundry, and library—so much to see! This was excellent value for money. The group was respectful and chill, the setting was stunning, and the guide, though more on the gentle and easy-going side, answered every question we had. One thing I’d change? The instructions for identifying our guide at the start could’ve been clearer. Would I recommend it? Absolutely—especially if you like your history served calmly with room to wander.
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Kimlambert
May 5, 2025
Must see palace - Our guide was very interesting. He knew so much history it really made you feel like you were living there thousand of years ago.
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Relax37586841784
Apr 20, 2025
Strongly recommend for a tour guide with Tourmania - A guide tour with Beritan from Tourmania was an excellent experience for me. He explained so much with amazing details!
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968patm
Apr 21, 2025
Enjoyable visit - Good explanations but very crowded. Guide was good. Sights were amazing. Best of all were the Jewels but we had to wait until after the tour for this
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From $111
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).