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Combo (Save 12%): Galata Tower + Topkapi Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide

Visitors on the observation deck of Galata Tower, overlooking Istanbul, Turkey.

Staircase inside Galata Tower, Istanbul, with stone walls and arched ceiling.

Tourists exploring the courtyard of Topkapi Palace, Istanbul.

Tourists admiring ornate tilework inside Topkapi Palace, Istanbul.

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

Guided tour

4.1/5

(4,503)

Giulia

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Excellent solution for Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern tickets. For the palace, there is an escorted entrance up to the Harem: in our case, everything was handled well, we entered at 9:30 so we did not find too much of a line. The visit to the palace, following the audio guide's description, is very nice. The outside gardens are very impressive. For the Cistern basilica we found a bit of a line to get in (12:30): the visit went well, the light effects in the water and between the columns of the cistern are beautiful. Super recommended activity.

Chambault

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Entry to both sites was very easy, thanks to HEADOUT's booking system. In particular, entry to the cathedral cistern was immediate, even though there was a long queue of visitors without tickets. The only criticism is that the explanations for obtaining the audio guides were not clear enough. We thought we'd be given a device, but the application on the phone is simple and doesn't require special headphones. Overall, a good experience

George

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Truly an amazing place with lots of interesting parts courtyards and exhibitions. This part for me was simply walking around the palace and getting a feel as to how it would've been when it was fully operation consultants guards unique and the harem

Save money by booking the ultimate Istanbul combo that pairs the imperial Topkapi Palace with the panoramic views from Galata Tower at a discounted price.

Save hours of valuable time by using skip-the-line tickets at both Topkapi Palace and at Galata Tower, maximising your sightseeing efficiency.

Deepen your visit with multilingual audio guides included for both the vast Topkapi Palace and the historical exhibits at Galata Tower.

Step inside the UNESCO-listed Topkapi Palace, the imperial home of Ottoman Sultans for 400 years, to see opulent courtyards and priceless porcelain collections.

Enjoy flexible entry to Galata Tower. Ascend by elevator, and take in 360° panoramic views of the Bosphorus Strait.

Galata Tower

Skip-the-line entry to Galata Tower

Elevator access to the top

Multilingual audioguide

Topkapi Palace

Skip-the-line hosted entry to Topkapi Palace

Access to Topkapi Palace Harem Museum

Multilingual audioguide

Galata Tower and Topkapi Palace

Hotels transfers

Food and drink

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Alketa
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
it was a very unique experience would do it again hsidiwnjwisidisjwjwjidoxodijdjjdjejejejsjdididiididosososwikwjwjwjwjejsjs
Reiko
Nov 2025
Verified booking
3/5
The guide himself was great, but the audio guide was awful. I had no idea what it was talking about or which section it was referring to. Since it was in Japanese, it honestly felt like they didn’t care about the quality at all. They really should have had a native Japanese speaker review it properly before releasing it.
Ouissem
Nov 2025
Verified booking
3/5
Not enough directions, not enough maps, not enough English translations. Display not very intelligent. Old-fashioned audioguide solution. There are now much more advanced and sophisticated solutions.
Maria
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The palace and the cistern are both very special experiences, and I felt like I was taking part in a private tour. I was able to go back to certain points and listen to the accompanying commentary again. I highly recommend it.
Angèle
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Very practical. We wait a few minutes in a sun café near the palace and the guide takes us into the palace and directly to the harem. Then we're free for our visit - perfect!

Book the ultimate Istanbul combo that pairs the imperial Topkapi Palace with panoramic views from Galata Tower at a discounted price. This ticket saves you money and maximises your sightseeing efficiency by avoiding long queues at both of Istanbul's top historical sites.

Getting started

Save hours of valuable time by using skip-the-line tickets at Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower. Simply show your e-tickets, go through security, and you’re on your way.

What to expect

Galata Tower

Soar above the Golden Horn with skip-the-line entry to the historic Galata Tower. You can stay as long as you like, ascend by elevator, and take in 360° panoramic views of Istanbul.

Features:

Panoramic views: Ride the elevator to the top for 360° panoramic views of Istanbul's skyline, including the Bosphorus Strait and the Golden Horn.

Historical exhibits: Explore the tower's exhibits at your own pace with a dedicated audio guide, learning about its past as a watchtower, prison, and observatory.

Flexible access: Your ticket grants you entry to the tower anytime during its operating hours, perfect for either a morning visit or a sunset experience.

Audioguide: Learn about the tower's past with a dedicated multilingual audioguide.

Topkapi Palace

Step inside the UNESCO-listed Topkapi Palace, the imperial home of Ottoman Sultans for 400 years. Get skip-the-line entry led by a host and tour the opulent interiors at your own pace, assisted by a multilingual audio guide.

Features:

Imperial courtyards: Tour the First and Second Courtyards, where the Divan (imperial council) once met.

Priceless collections: Visit the kitchen to see the display of the world-famous Chinese porcelain collection, said to be the third most valuable in the world.

Rich history: Explore the former seat of the Ottoman Empire, learning about Turkish history and culture.

Audioguide: Gain historical insights using a multilingual audio guide available for download directly onto your smartphone.

Topkapi Palace

Monday	09:00am - 04:45pm	last entry 03:45pm
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	09:00am - 04:45pm	last entry 03:45pm
Thursday	09:00am - 04:45pm	last entry 03:45pm
Friday	09:00am - 04:45pm	last entry 03:45pm
Saturday	09:00am - 04:45pm	last entry 03:45pm
Sunday	09:00am - 04:45pm	last entry 03:45pm

Basilica Cistern

Monday	09:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 06:30pm
Tuesday	09:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 06:30pm
Wednesday	09:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 06:30pm
Thursday	09:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 06:30pm
Friday	09:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 06:30pm
Saturday	09:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 06:30pm
Sunday	09:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 06:30pm

Galata Tower

Monday	08:30am - 06:15pm	last entry 06:00pm
Tuesday	08:30am - 06:15pm	last entry 06:00pm
Wednesday	08:30am - 06:15pm	last entry 06:00pm
Thursday	08:30am - 06:15pm	last entry 06:00pm
Friday	08:30am - 06:15pm	last entry 06:00pm
Saturday	08:30am - 06:15pm	last entry 06:00pm
Sunday	08:30am - 06:15pm	last entry 06:00pm

What to bring

Galata Tower and Topkapi Palace

Ensure your smartphone is fully charged and bring your own headphones to use the audio guide.

Download the audio guide in advance to avoid connectivity issues during your visit.

Galata Tower

Bring your ticket (received via booking confirmation email) and keep it with you throughout your visit, as you may be asked to present it at the exit.

What’s not allowed

Galata Tower

Food and drinks are not allowed inside the tower.

Pets are not permitted at the venues.

Skipping the security line is not possible; all visitors must wait in this queue.

Accessibility

Galata Tower

The Galata Tower is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Galata Tower

The ticket is valid for the entire day within the venue’s operating hours (Monday–Sunday: 8:30am–10pm; Saturday until 11pm).

During high season, especially in summer, you may encounter wait times to enter the monument.

Elevator access is available to the top of the tower.

Topkapi Palace

Note that you will be able to enter the Topkapi Palace only with a representative. Meet your host at the meeting point, who will then take you inside the palace.

Be sure to arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before your scheduled entry time.

The audio guide app is available in English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish. You'll find instructions on how to use the audio guide app in your ticket voucher.

Please note that there is limited internet at the museum, so download the audio guide app before your visit. The app does not require internet once it has been downloaded (ensure your GPS is activated).

Enter the palace and stay as long as you want until its closing time of 5pm.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.