Excursions & day trips

Topkapi Palace and Harem with a tour guided by a historian

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£51.00

Free cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 2 hours

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Skip the line

Guided tour

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Discover the Topkapi Palace and its Harem section with a local expert
Benefit of fast track entry with an authorized tour guide
Learn the fascinating story behind the Harem section

What to expect

Did you know that Fatih Sultan Mehmet was only 21 years old when he conquered Istanbul? And did you know that he spoke six languages? All this and other interesting information on the history of the Ottoman Empire you will learn on this Topkapi Palace Tour.

Starting from the Square and Fountain in front of the Topkapi Palace, you'll pass by each of the famed gates, hearing interesting stories and surprising details about legendary figures from history.

You'll easily be able to close your eyes and be transported to the past, merging together with the present atmosphere. This continues to the last stop of Harem, with its legends and myths that'll widen your eyes.

What's included

English-speaking historian guide
Entrance fees
Guided tour

Where

Cankurtaran, Topkapı Cafe, Soğuk Çeşme Sokak, Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

Meeting point:

Please meet the guide, who may have a sign saying "Istanbul Welcome Card", at the "Topkapi Café / Meeting Pub" outside Topkapi Palace, across from the Carpet Museum. The nearest tram station is Sultanahmet. Ensure you are there 10 minutes before the beginning of the tour.

What to remember

With your guide, you'll skip the ticket lines, saving a lot of queuing time. But, the security line cannot be skipped, and during high season the security check can take up to 60 minutes

Provider

DIANA TRAVEL

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 2 days before the experience begins.

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