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Fast-track Admission Ticket-Topkapi Palace & Harem-Pay on Arrival

Istanbul, Turkey
From 30 minutes to 2 hours
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Date
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May 1, 2025
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Time
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Options
OP1-MUSEUM & HAREM TICKET ONLY
> Pay at the Meeting Point: > € 55 (cash) / €60 credit card / per adult/aged 13+ .Included: : Included: ✅ Assistance from staff/guides until the entrance ✅ Museum & Harem ticket included.Excluded : : ❌ Museum & Harem Tour not included.Duration: 15 minutes.> After Meet & Pay: > Proceed to security and ticket check with your staff/guide > Explore the museum at your leisure afterward.
OP2-MUSEUM & HAREM TICKET+TOUR
> Pay at the Meeting Point: >> Per adult (aged 13+): 95 € cash or 100 € for credit card. Included: .✅ Museum & Harem Tickets: ✅75-minute Museum & Harem Tour.> Discount Tickets: >> Children - Ages 7-12 > € 25 - per child ⚠️ A valid passport photo must be shown at the venue. .> After Meet & Pay: > Proceed with our guide to the security and ticket scan point. > Explore the museum at your leisure afterward.⚠️VERY IMPORTANT:: >> If you choose option 2, please select your prefer
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Ages: 13-64 years old
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What You Will Do

The Topkapi Palace was the royal residence in Istanbul throughout the first 400 years of the Ottoman Empire. The palace contains myriad buildings and courtyards, including a treasury, harems, an armory, imperial halls, and royal chambers—all with intricate Iznik tilework and opulent architecture. ✅ SKIP THE LINE & ENJOY A VIP TREATMENT Your plans can change, travel with peace of mind & no stress. ✅ PAY ON ARRIVAL >>Follow these steps! 1️⃣ . On this website/application, please pay a non-refundable administration fee. ‼️Note that this fee does not cover the tickets for the Museum and Harem. 2️⃣ . Pay upon arrival at the meeting point, our staff/guide. > We have 2 options * Option 1 : >> MUSEUM & HAREM TICKET ONLY * Option 2 : >> MUSEUM & HAREM TICKET WITH TOUR 3️⃣ . After payment, proceed with the staff/guide to wait in the security and ticket scan line ( 10 to 20 minutes ) ✅ Assistance from staff/guides until the entrance ✅ Explore the museum at your leisure afterward.

What's Included?

  • Local & Licensed/Certified Professional Tourist Guides Service
  • AFTER TOUR - FREEDOM TO STAY INSIDE UNTIL MUSEUM CLOSING TIME

What's Not Included?

  • ❌ ENTRY TICKET TOUR FEES ARE NOT INCLUDED
  • ⚠️ WE ARE AN OFFICIAL SERVICE PROVIDER WITH E-TICKET & OFFICIAL GUIDES. WE DON'T SELL TICKETS ONLY
  • ⚠️ DONT' BOOK THIS SERVICE: If you prefer to buy regular tickets and wait in lines

Cancellation Policy

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

Itinerary

Meeting Point

⚠️ THE MEETING POINT IS TOPKAPI CAFE NEXT TO THE FOUNTAIN OF SULTAN AHMET THE 3rd. - Before the main Topkapi Palace Museum Entrance Gate ( 1.st Gate ) -- before the security control ---- PLEASE COME 10 MINUTES BEFORE DEPARTURE TIME TO THE MEETING POINT

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Topkapi Palace

2 hours

Topkapi Palace Museum in Istanbul, once the opulent residence of Ottoman sultans, offers a captivating glimpse into the grandeur of the empire's history. Visitors can explore its many sections, including the Imperial Harem, where the sultan's wives, concubines, and children resided. The palace's architectural beauty, with intricate tiles, grand courtyards, and lavish chambers. When visiting, don't miss the Harem’s secluded rooms, the lavishly decorated Imperial Council Chamber, and the exquisite Treasury, which houses priceless artifacts like the Topkapi Dagger. The museum also displays stunning collections of imperial garments, sacred relics, and artwork. For a complete experience, plan to spend a few hours, wear comfortable shoes (there’s a lot to see), and consider hiring a guide or using an audio tour to fully appreciate the palace’s history. Arriving early can help you avoid crowds, and bring a camera to capture the beautiful vistas from the palace’s terraces.

Additional Information

This activity is operated by SKIPTHELINES.COM.TR
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • ⚠️ All visitors must WAIT AND PASS the SECURITY & TICKET CONTROL LINE
  • ⚠️ Children under 6 are free. Must show a valid passport at the venue
  • ⚠️ To use the audio guide bring your own HEADSET WITH

Guide Options

  • Guide - Arabic
  • Guide - German
  • Guide - Russian
  • Guide - Mandarin
  • Guide - English
  • Printed Guide - English
  • Guide - Italian
  • Guide - French
  • Guide - Spanish

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