Question 1

Can I take photos inside the Dolmabahce Palace?

Accepted Answer

Yes, visitors can click pictures of the majestic architecture of the Ottoman empire. However, there are certain areas like the Selamlik and Harem where it is prohibited to click pictures and one has to walk with plastic covers on their shoes.

Question 2

How long do you need for the Dolmabahçe Palace tour?

Accepted Answer

There is a lot of experience inside the Dolmabahçe Palace and there are moments when one can’t get enough of the mesmerizing antique pieces and sculptures. A 1-hour Dolmabahçe Palace tour will be enough when accompanied by a guide or audio tour. Otherwise, it would take visitors at least 2 to 3 hours to look in and around the palace.

Question 3

When is the best time to visit Dolmabahce Palace?

Accepted Answer

The best time to visit Dolmabahce Palace is during the day when it is open to visitors. If you want to enjoy its beauty in its full glory, try visiting before sunset or after sunrise. One should visit Istanbul from March to May and between September and November when the weather is moderate and best for a tour around the palace.

Question 4

What are some of the popular attractions near the Dolmabahce Palace?

Accepted Answer

Visitors can look around Dolmabahce Palace and find places like Hagia Sophia (Aya Sofya) Mosque, Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarnıçı),  Istanbul Archaeology Museum, Süleymaniye Mosque, Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts (Türk ve Islam Eserleri Müzesi), and more.

Question 5

What are things to do around the Dolmabahce Palace?

Accepted Answer

The palace is surrounded by gardens and has several courtyards and an inner walled garden. There are many things to do around the Dolmabahce Palace, such as visiting the Hagia Sophia Museum, checking out the Topkapi Palace Museum, or taking a walk through Istanbul's Grand Bazaar.

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