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Istanbul: Dolmabahce Palace & Harem Skip-the-Line Entry

4.1  / 5275 reviews
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Guided tour
Istanbul: Dolmabahce Palace & Harem Skip-the-Line Entry
4.1  / 5275 reviews

Explore Istanbul at your own pace with skip-the-line e-tickets (if option selected) and exclusive audio guides for the Dolmabahce Palace and Harem. Get free internet with the included e-SIM (for a limited time only).

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Duration 1.5 - 2 hours
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
English
Optional audio guide
English
Private or small groups available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Elisabeth – Hungary

We discovered the Palace and the Harem on our own and it was perfect, including the nice garden and the cafe as well.

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Elisabeth – Hungary
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Leslie – United States

Excellent way to visit the palace. Guide was knowledgeable and just great.

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Leslie – United States

Experience

Highlights

  • Visit the largest palace of the sultans of the Ottoman Empire
  • Discover the cherised legacy of Turkey's founder, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk
  • See the greatest collection of Baccarat and Bohemian chandeliers
  • Uncover the history behind each turn with commentary from your guide
  • Hire a private tour guide for an exclusive discovery - Additional

Full description

Proudly created by istanbul.com Explore Dolmabahçe Palace, the biggest royal residence of the Ottoman sultans and the imperial family. Check out incredible architecture and interior design as you learn about the palace's history from your Audio or Live Guide. Learn about how the palace was built by the orders of Sultan Abdülmecid I and opened in 1856. Admire the greatest collection of Baccarat and Bohemian chandeliers on the planet, including the biggest Bohemian chandelier ever. Marvel at the vast collection of gold inside, specifically on the ornate ceilings.  As you continue the tour, learn about the distinct differences between the Dolmabahce Palace and the Topkapı Palace, from their architectural style to the use of furniture. Find out how the Dolmabahce Palace was the last headquarters of the empire and was served until 1922. Please note that the Dolmabahce Palace Museum is closed only on Mondays.

Includes

  • Audio guide in English
  • Skip-the-line-entry ticket for the Dolmabahce Palace and Harem Section (if option selected)
  • Free internet e-SIM (for a limited time only)

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Important information

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  • You will receive your Entry Ticket QR Codes link via separate e-mail from supplier Istanbul Tourist Pass. It is not possible to skip the security lines. There could be a line at the entrance and is mandatory for all visitors.

Customer reviews

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4.1 /5

based on 275 reviews

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  • Guide
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  • Value for money
    3.7/5

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Elisabeth – HungaryJuly 23, 2024  – Verified booking
We discovered the Palace and the Harem on our own and it was perfect, including the nice garden and the cafe as well.
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Leslie – United StatesMarch 21, 2024  – Verified booking
Excellent way to visit the palace. Guide was knowledgeable and just great.
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Andy – GermanyAugust 6, 2023  – Verified booking
The Dolmabahce was great, but Zey Our guide was the best and so nice.
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Product ID: 280452

Activity provider:Istanbul Tourist Pass®

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