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Topkapi Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide

Topkapi Palace ornate interior with chandeliers and intricate wall designs, Istanbul.
Topkapi Palace ornate corridor with arches and intricate tilework, Istanbul.
Topkapi Palace surrounded by lush greenery with the Bosphorus in the background, Istanbul.
Gate of Salutation at Topkapi Palace, Istanbul, with gardens and visitors.

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Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

Bypass the crowds at Istanbul's Topkapi Palace on a self-guided audio tour. Explore the palace's courtyards and chambers at your own pace.

    • Skip the lines and uncover Ottoman history at Topkapi Palace with an audio guide, plus stay connected with free 1 GB eSIM internet.

    • Explore the courtyards, including the Treasury showcasing dazzling jewels and the Imperial Armory boasting a collection of Ottoman weaponry.

    • The intricate tilework and marble facades are a testament to Ottoman architecture with European influences.

    • End your journey with captivating panoramas of the Bosphorus Strait, a sight that has awed empires for centuries.

    • Did you know? Topkapi Palace is rumored to house some of Prophet Muhammad's holy relics, including his cloak and sword.

    • Self-guided tour of Topkapi Palace

    • Skip-the-line entry to Topkapi Palace

    • Audio guide in English, German, Russian, Turkish, Spanish, Arabic, Italian, Chinese, French, and Polish

    • Access to the Harem Museum

    • Complimentary 1 GB eSIM mobile internet

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Maria Filipinas Sypien

    Maria

    Sep 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Wonderful experience !!!!! Our tour guide Sala is the best he explain almost everything and he speak good english clear and understandable 👍🏻👍🏻
    Umar Sheryar

    Umar

    Sep 2025
    Verified booking
    4/5
  • Explore Topkapi Palace

    Ditch the long lines and head straight into Topkapi Palace with your priority entrance ticket. This self-guided tour allows you to explore the palace complex at your own pace with the multilingual audio guide. Step inside the Sublime Porte, the grand outer gate adorned with intricate calligraphy. Wander through the four courtyards, each one a visual testament to the power of the Ottoman Empire. Imagine the bustling activity within the First Courtyard, the administrative heart of the palace. In the Second Courtyard, exquisite Iznik tiles adorn the walls of the Hall of Audience, where Sultans once received dignitaries.

    Step into Ottoman history

    Seek serenity in the palace's verdant gardens, once a private haven for Ottoman royalty. With the flexibility to pause, rewind, or fast-forward the audio guide, you can delve deeper into specific areas that pique your interest. Conclude your exploration with a visit to the Terrace Garden. Here, breathtaking vistas of the Bosphorus Strait unfold before you, offering the same panoramic view that awed Ottoman Sultans for centuries. Imagine the strategic significance of this location, guarded by fortified walls and offering a watchful eye over the empire's maritime routes.

  • Topkapi Palace

    Monday09:00am - 04:45pmlast entry 03:45pm
    TuesdayClosed
    Wednesday09:00am - 04:45pmlast entry 03:45pm
    Thursday09:00am - 04:45pmlast entry 03:45pm
    Friday09:00am - 04:45pmlast entry 03:45pm
    Saturday09:00am - 04:45pmlast entry 03:45pm
    Sunday09:00am - 04:45pmlast entry 03:45pm
  • What to bring

    • Bring along your walking shoes for comfortable exploration.

    • Stay ahead of the game; download the audio app beforehand to dodge any network glitches at the location.

    • Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is wheelchair accessible.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

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

    Ticket redemption point

    • Redeem your ticket at Topkapi Palace Museum.

    • Address: Cankurtaran, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye.

    Get directions to the Redemption point

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