Istanbul: Private Tour Topkapi Palace and Harem

Early booking recommended
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Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Skip the line
Duration: 3 hours
Service animals welcome

Discover the history and myths of Ottoman Istanbul on a private tour led by an expert guide

Get priority admission tickets and avoid long lines.

See the Holy Relics, Imperial Kitchens, Royal Court, and the terraced gardens with tulips.

Witness the Harem with your own eyes, the private quarters, and home of the Sultans.

Admire incredible views of the Bosphorus as you look out over the city

Get tips from your guide at the end of the tour about what to see next

What's included

  • 3 hours private tour at a relaxed pace
  • Private tour for a more personalized experience
  • Skip-the-line tickets for the Harem
  • Skip-the-line tickets for Topkapi Palace
  • Expert local guide for insider's knowledge

Languages spoken by guide

German
English

Additional information

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Topkapi Palace is a vast complex with multiple sections open for visit. During our tour, we'll visit the most magnificent masterpieces. However, if you wish to explore all sections at your leisure, we recommend booking a morning tour and allocating the afternoon to explore the Palace grounds.

Not wheelchair accessible

Location

Departure point

Ersoy Bufe, At Meydanı Cd 40, İstanbul, 34122
We meet at Ersoy Bufe. This is a small food kiosk just by the side of the Hippodrome in Sultanahmet Square. It is across the German Fountain. Your guide will be in front of the Ersoy Bufe with a sign that says, “Walks in Europe.”

End point

Ersoy Bufe, At Meydanı Cd 40, İstanbul, 34122

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