The Topkapi Palace was the administrative centre of the Ottoman Empire at the peak of its power and prosperity and still hides many secrets and treasures within its walls. Join our Accredited Guide on a private tour with fast-track tickets to explore 400 years of Ottoman history, culture and architecture. Immerse yourself in unbelievable stories about the Sultans of the Ottoman Court!
Book a 3-hour private tour to see the Topkapi Palace Museum (without the Harem). This magnificent castle was built in the 15th century by Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror after the fall of Constantinople, and together with the nearby Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, it is one of the top attractions of the Historic Areas of Istanbul. Thanks to our fast-track tickets to Topkapi Palace you will skip the long queue at the ticket office (but not at the security checks), so you can spend more time exploring the palace museum with an Expert Guide.
Come and discover this UNESCO World Heritage site, its fascinating history and architecture. You will explore the tranquil courtyards, the ornate pavilions decorated with thousands of decorative tiles, and the museum exhibits that showcase historical weapons, armour, jewellery, porcelain and other valuable artefacts. Your Private Guide will share many fascinating stories about daily life at the court and tell you about the events and personalities that shaped the history of the Ottoman Empire. You can visit this huge palace a thousand times, and still learn something new each time.
Choose the 4,5-hour option to book private transfers with a 3-hour private tour of the Topkapi Palace Museum. Istanbul is one of the largest and busiest cities in the world, so the estimated 1,5-hour return transfer between the museum and your accommodation can save you a lot of time and effort. We will arrange a private car, van, minibus or another suitable vehicle for your pickup and drop-off, so you can enjoy a hassle-free experience of one of the most
Choose the 4-hour tour to see the Topkapi Palace Museum and Imperial Harem with a Private Guide. This extended tour includes admission to Topkapi Palace’s secret courtyards, hallways and private chambers of the sultan. See the beautiful apartments that were exclusive only to the harem eunuchs, the concubines, the queen mother, the sultan's consorts, the princes and favourites. Immerse yourself in the storey of the 15th-17th century Ottoman Court!
Choose the 5,5-hour option to book private transfers with a 4-hour private tour of the Topkapi Palace Museum and Imperial Harem. Thanks to private transfers with the convenient pickup and drop-off service you can sit back and relax without worrying about anyone and anything. Travel in comfort in a clean, air conditioned car instead of a coach, and easily reach the meeting point where your Private Guide will meet you.
