Topkapi Palace & Harem Entry Ticket with Audio Guide – Skip the Line
1 hour 30 min
Istanbul
Skip the line and explore Topkapi Palace and the Harem at your own pace with an audio guide in 10 languages. Flexible entry with multiple time slots available.
Description
Unlock the doors to the grandeur of the Ottoman Empire with a skip-the-line ticket to Topkapi Palace and the Harem section—a journey that takes you deep into the private and political heart of one of the world's greatest empires. Nestled just behind the majestic Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace served as the opulent residence of Ottoman sultans for nearly four centuries.
Highlights
- Skip-the-line entry to Topkapi Palace and Harem
- Explore with an audio guide in 10 languages
- Flexible entry with 13 different time slots daily
- Learn about the Ottomans' royal lifestyle
- Easily accessible meeting point near Hagia Sophia
Itinerary
1. Meet host at City Windows kiosk inside Chimney Bistro
2. Receive ticket and audio guide instructions
3. Enter Topkapi Palace and Harem
4. Explore main sections: Treasury, Kitchens, Courtyards, Royal Chambers
5. Use audio guide throughout your visit
6. Duration: Approx. 1.5 hours (self-guided)
Meeting Point
Red-colored City Windows kiosk, located inside Chimney Bistro (close to Hagia Sophia). Please arrive 10 minutes before your selected time slot.
Important Notes
Bring your own headphones and fully charged smartphone. Download the audio guide app in advance (link sent by email). Pets are not allowed. Children under 7 must bring valid ID. During peak season, security checks may take up to 15 minutes
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€58.00
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Tour Information
Maximum group size: 50 people