Ottoman Royal Tour At The Topkapi Palace - Skip The Line

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Duration4h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 16 travelers

Overview

Topkapı Palace
The tour provides visitors with a glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of the Ottoman royal family. The palace served as the primary residence of the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years, and it is now a museum that showcases the vast collections of the Ottoman Empire.During the Ottoman Royal Tour, visitors can explore the private quarters of the sultans, including their bedrooms, reception halls, and baths. They can also view the impressive collection of treasures and artifacts, including intricate textiles, exquisite jewelry, and ancient weapons. Visitors can also walk through the lush gardens and courtyards of the palace, which provide a peaceful oasis in the heart of the bustling city. Overall, the Ottoman Royal Tour at the Topkapi Palace offers visitors a chance to step back in time and experience the grandeur and luxury of the Ottoman royal family, while also learning about the rich history and culture of Turkey.

What's included

  • Expertise comments and knowledge about the Topkapi Palace.
  • English-Speaking & Professional Tour Guide.
  • Gratuities
  • Admission Fees to Musuems (Topkapı Palace enterance fee approx. 55 EUR/per person)
  • Lunch & Beverages

What to expect

  1. TopkapI Palace
    4h · Admission ticket not included
    Topkapi Palace
    The Topkapi Palace has been the Imperial residence of the Ottoman Sultans from the 15th to the 19th century. Its design, initially devised by Sultan Mehmed himself and then enhanced by Sinan, hides clues of the rituals of the structure of Ottoman hierarchy and the running of state affairs.
    Home to the imperial treasury and the cabinet, as well as being the site of the barracks for the Janissaries, the elite of the army, every corner of the palace tells about the splendor of the Ottomans. Apart from the priceless treasury, a distinguished collection of Chinese porcelains, holy relics, sultan’s costumes and imperial weaponry are exhibited in different sections of the palace.
    Admission fee: 110 TRY/ per person
  2. Historic Areas of Istanbul
    30m
    While visiting the tombs of Sultans, various essential figures who had a say in the administration of the Ottoman Empire, you both will be fascinated by Ottoman history and have the chance to experience poetry in motion with their delicately constructed and decorated architecture.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting Point: Hereke Halı (Hereke Carpets)
Meeting Point Coordinates (Latitude & Longitude): 41.010233027453424, 28.972806646594854

End point

Meeting Point: Hereke Halı (Hereke Carpets)
Meeting Point Coordinates (Latitude & Longitude): 41.010233027453424, 28.972806646594854

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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