Topkapi Palace & Harem Skip the Line Entry Ticket & Audio Guide

Topkapi Palace & Harem Skip the Line Entry Ticket & Audio Guide

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1h - 2h

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About this experience

Fast and Easy Access. Visit one of the most famous landmarks with a pre-booked entry ticket and start exploring right away.

Discover the grandeur of the Ottoman Empire with Skip the Ticket Line Hosted Entry and a Self-Guided Audio Tour of Topkapi Palace and the Harem Section.

Stroll through the Imperial Treasury, lush courtyards, and secluded Harem quarters adorned with intricate mosaics and stunning tilework, bringing the palace’s rich history to life.

Choose from a variety of timed entry slots, including 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:30 PM, 3:00 PM, and 3:30 PM, ensuring a smooth and flexible experience.

Meeting Point Details
Meet your host at Chimney Bistro, just a 50 meter walk from Topkapi Palace.

This hassle-free, self-paced tour is essential addition to any Istanbul itinerary.

PLEASE NOTE: IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO SKIP OR BYPASS SECURITY CHECKS AT THE ENTRANCE. DURING THE HIGH SEASON, WAITING TIMES FOR SECURITY MAY TAKE UP TO ONE HOUR.

Available options

Topkapi Palace & Harem Entry 2

Topkapi Palace & Harem Entry

What's included

Self-Guided Audio Tour accessible on your smartphone - If the Audio Guide Option Selected.

The Supplier emails Audio Guide link (if applicable) 24h before reservation date.

Skip the Ticket Line Hosted Entry to Topkapi Palace and the Harem Section

Offline Access to all content after download, including audio narration, text, and maps.

Detailed itinerary

Stop 1

Step into the elegant world of the Ottoman Empire with Skip the Ticket Line Hosted Entry Access to Istanbul’s iconic Topkapi Palace and its luxurious Harem section. Avoid the long queues and enjoy a self-guided audio tour, uncovering centuries of royal history, architectural marvels, and the private lives of sultans and their families. Explore the Imperial Treasury, courtyards, and chambers filled with priceless artifacts, including jeweled daggers and ceremonial robes. The Harem section offers a glimpse into the secluded quarters of the palace, with stunning mosaics, intricate tiles, and fascinating stories of intrigue and power. Perfect for history enthusiasts, culture lovers, and independent travelers, this tour lets you explore at your own pace with a hassle-free experience.

PLEASE NOTE: IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO SKIP OR BYPASS SECURITY CHECKS AT THE ENTRANCE. DURING THE HIGH SEASON, WAITING TIMES FOR SECURITY MAY TAKE UP TO ONE HOUR.

What's not included

Headphones

Live Guide

Food and Drinks

Transportation

Available languages

Audio guide

DE RU KO JA EN ZH-CN IT FR RO ES

Important information

Specialized infant seats are available

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Important notes

Meeting Point Details Meet your host at Chimney Bistro, just a 50 meter walk from Topkapi Palace. Look for for the following flag: " Cosmic Tickets - MegaPass" to easily spot your guide.

Full Address Cankurtaran, Soğuk Çeşme Sk. No:1, 34122 Fatih / İstanbul Entry Times: 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:30 PM, 3:00 PM, 3:30 PM Your host will guide you into both the Topkapi Palace and the Harem section.

It’s important to stay with your host at all times during entry. If you leave the host, re-entry into the Harem will not be possible.

**Free Admission for Children Aged 0–6
**All children aged 0 to 6 are eligible for free admission to the Topkapi Palace. To receive a free ticket, you must present the child's passport to the authorized staff at the entrance.
**If the child's passport is not presented, a standard admission ticket must be purchased.
**Please note that carrying the child's passport is mandatory for free entry. It is not possible to skip the security lines. There could be a line at the entrance and is mandatory for all visitors.