Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower Istanbul Combo
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4h
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About this experience
Experience two of Istanbul’s most famous landmarks in one visit.
Start with a hosted entry at Topkapi Palace, where your guide gives a short introduction before you explore the royal courtyards and treasures. Then visit the Galata Tower, one of the city’s oldest and most iconic landmarks, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Istanbul and the Bosphorus.
An audio guide is included and available in 25 languages: English, German, Russian, Persian, Arabic, French, Italian, Chinese, Dutch, Spanish, Hindi, Romanian, Ukrainian, Korean, Turkish, Bulgarian, Polish, Swedish, Japanese, Indonesian, Greek, Hungarian, Portuguese, Urdu, and Croatian.
Admissions are included in this pass.
Operating hours:
Topkapi Palace: 09:30, 11:00, 12:00, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30 (closed Tuesdays)
Galata Tower: 11:30, 13:45, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00 (except Fridays)
Available options
TPGT - TPGT79
What's included
Flexible exploration time at both attractions
Skip-the-line entry to Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower
Audio guide available in 25 languages
Access to the Harem Section at Topkapi Palace
Hosted entry with professional English-speaking guide
Detailed itinerary
1
Stop 1
Join a 20-minute guided Topkapi Palace tour. Entry is only with your guide. Tours are available daily except Tuesdays at 09:30, 11:00, 12:00, 13:30, 14:30, and 15:30. Please meet your guide in front of the Fountain of Sultan Ahmed III at least 15 minutes before your tour starts.
2
Stop 2
Head to the Galata Tower, an architectural marvel that has been a symbol of Istanbul since the 14th century. With skip-the-line access to the tower, you’ll quickly ascend to its observation deck, where breathtaking panoramic views of the city await. Your digital QR ticket ensures a smooth entry, allowing you to bypass the ticket queues and immerse yourself in the tower’s fascinating history. Discover its varied roles over the centuries, from watchtower to prison, and enjoy the stunning vistas that offer a unique perspective on Istanbul’s sprawling skyline.
What's not included
Tips
Gratuity
Available languages
Audio guide
EN
Guide guide
EN
Written guide
EN
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Important information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meeting point
Galata Tower hosted entry is available every day except Friday at 11:30, 13:45, 15:00, 16:00 and 17:00. Meet your host in front of the Bereketzade Fountain, right beside the Galata Tower, and arrive at least 15 minutes before your selected time. Host will be holding a purple and fuchsia umbrella.
Important notes
Please consider the operating hours of the attractions included in this combo.
Topkapi Palace Meeting Point: Please meet your guide in front of the Fountain of Sultan Ahmed III at least 15 minutes before your tour time. Our tour guide will be holding a purple and fuchsia umbrella for easy recognition.
Galata Tower Meeting Point: Galata Tower hosted entry is available every day except Friday at 11:30, 13:45, 15:00, 16:00 and 17:00. Meet your host in front of the Bereketzade Fountain, right beside the Galata Tower, and arrive at least 15 minutes before your selected time. Your host will be holding a purple and fuchsia umbrella for easy recognition.
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