Topkapi Palace and Harem Istanbul Fast-Track Tickets, Tour
Overview
Immerse yourself in the history of the Ottoman Empire on a private tour of the Topkapı Palace Museum with fast-track tickets.
Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:
3-hour: Topkapi Palace
Book this private tour of the Topkapi Palace Museum to discover the essence of the Ottoman heritage & see nearby attractions of the Old City such as Hagia Sophia (outside only)
4,5-hour: Topkapi Palace with Transport
Book a 1,5H round-trip transfer & 3-hour private tour of the Topkapi Palace Museum with nearby attractions of the Old City.
4-hour: Topkapi Palace & Imperial Harem
Book private tour of the Topkapi Palace Museum & Imperial Harem to discover the secrets of Ottoman sultans & see nearby attractions such as Hagia Sophia (outside only)
5,5-hour: Topkapi Palace & Imperial Harem with Transport
Book 1,5H round-trip transfer & 4H private tour of the Topkapi Palace Museum & Imperial Harem with nearby attractions.
What's Included
- Fast-Track tickets to the Imperial Harem of Topkapi Palace (4- and 5,5-hour options only)
- Round-trip transfer with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (4,5- and 5,5-hour options only)
- Fast-Track Tickets to the Topkapi Palace Museum (all options)
- - (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
- Private Guided Tour of Topkapi Palace with Tickets and Optional Transfers -
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who fluent in the language of your choice
- Fast-Track tickets to the Imperial Harem of Topkapi Palace (in the 3- and 4,5-hour options)
- Round-trip transfer with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (in the 3- and 4-hour options)
Meeting and Pickup
Divanyolu Caddesi
Alemdar, Dr. Eminpaşa Sk. No:, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
World Heritage Center Hotel
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Istanbul
1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Topkapi Palace Museum
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Topkapi Palace
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
- Please note that the number of attractions depends on the option selected. Transfers and a guided tour of the Imperial Harem are not included in the 2-hour tour.
- Fast-track tickets to the Topkapi Palace Museum allow you to skip the line at the ticket office, but not at the entrance and mandatory security checks. General admission is for the main palace and Hagia Irene, the Imperial Harem is included only in the extended 4 and 5,5-hour options.
- For the best experience, we limit your group size to 1-25 guests per guide, 26-50 guests per 2 guides, and so forth. The price of the tour will be higher if you need more guides.
- The 3,5 and 6,5-hour options include an estimated 1,5-hour round-trip transfer from your accommodation, depending on the distance and traffic.We offer transfers in a standard car (sedan) for 1-4 people, and in a larger van for groups of 5+ people. You can book a 5-people tour for a larger vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-270904P307
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
- Fast-Track tickets to the Imperial Harem of Topkapi Palace (4- and 5,5-hour options only).
- Round-trip transfer with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (4,5- and 5,5-hour options only).
- Fast-Track Tickets to the Topkapi Palace Museum (all options).
- - (number of attractions depends on the selected option).
- Private Guided Tour of Topkapi Palace with Tickets and Optional Transfers -.
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who fluent in the language of your choice.
- Fast-Track tickets to the Imperial Harem of Topkapi Palace (in the 3- and 4,5-hour options).
- Round-trip transfer with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (in the 3- and 4-hour options).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Topkapi Palace and Harem Istanbul Fast-Track Tickets, Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Topkapi Palace and Harem Istanbul Fast-Track Tickets, Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Fast-Track tickets to the Imperial Harem of Topkapi Palace (4- and 5,5-hour options only)
- Round-trip transfer with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (4,5- and 5,5-hour options only)
- Fast-Track Tickets to the Topkapi Palace Museum (all options)
- - (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
- Private Guided Tour of Topkapi Palace with Tickets and Optional Transfers -
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who fluent in the language of your choice
- Fast-Track tickets to the Imperial Harem of Topkapi Palace (in the 3- and 4,5-hour options)
- Round-trip transfer with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (in the 3- and 4-hour options)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
- Please note that the number of attractions depends on the option selected. Transfers and a guided tour of the Imperial Harem are not included in the 2-hour tour.
- Fast-track tickets to the Topkapi Palace Museum allow you to skip the line at the ticket office, but not at the entrance and mandatory security checks. General admission is for the main palace and Hagia Irene, the Imperial Harem is included only in the extended 4 and 5,5-hour options.
- For the best experience, we limit your group size to 1-25 guests per guide, 26-50 guests per 2 guides, and so forth. The price of the tour will be higher if you need more guides.
- The 3,5 and 6,5-hour options include an estimated 1,5-hour round-trip transfer from your accommodation, depending on the distance and traffic.We offer transfers in a standard car (sedan) for 1-4 people, and in a larger van for groups of 5+ people. You can book a 5-people tour for a larger vehicle.
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