- Topkapi Palace - Explore Dolmabahçe Palace, the biggest royal residence of the Ottoman sultans and the imperial family. Check out incredible architecture and interior design as you learn about the palace’s history from your guide.
- Dolmabahce Palace - As you continue the tour, learn about the distinct differences between the Dolmabahçe Palace and the Topkapı Palace, from their architectural style to the use of furniture. Find out how the Dolmabahçe Palace was the last headquarters of the empire and was served until 1922.
- Free time at the monuments
- Topkapi Palace & Dolmabahce Palace visits
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- Transport to the meeting point
- Food and drinks
- Guide Tip Does not include
Explore Dolmabahce Palace, the largest residential abode of the Ottoman rulers and their royal household. Discover the impressive architecture and decor while your guide illuminates the history of the palace.
Meet your guide at the palace entrance and proceed with priority access from your fast-track entry ticket. Embark on a guided exploration of the resplendent interior spaces. Uncover the history of the palace’s construction, commissioned by Sultan Abdulmecid I and inaugurated in 1856.
Behold the world’s most extensive collection of Baccarat and Bohemian crystal chandeliers, including the largest Bohemian chandelier in existence. Gaze upon the abundant use of gold throughout, particularly on the elaborately decorated ceilings.
During your visit, receive insights into the contrasts between Dolmabahce Palace and the earlier Topkapi Palace, from their architectural designs to their furnishing philosophies. Discover how Dolmabahce Palace marked the end of an era, serving as the last seat of the empire until 1922.
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