The Topkapı Palace, also known as the Seraglio, is a large museum in Turkey. It served as the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire for a very long time.…
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Visit the Topkapi Palace
The Topkapı Palace, also known as the Seraglio, is a large museum in Turkey. It served as the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire for a very long time. Receive a crash course about the history of the once-mighty Ottoman Empire by skipping the snaking queues with this combo ticket. Learn more about this palace that served as the Turkish sultanate’s home for centuries with an audio guide, available in ten languages. Discover Ottoman significance through the interiors of this magnificent place, a paradise for history enthusiasts. The palace is an abode to the imperial collections of the Ottoman Empire. The ornate structure, decorated domed ceilings, and lavish hallways are architectural marvels. The courtyards with their beautiful gardens, pavilions, kiosks, and terraces reflect fascinating tales of this Turkish empire.
Historian Guided Tour of Hagia Sophia
Travel back in time and experience the story of the ancient Hagia Sophia on a partly-guided tour in Istanbul. Admire the coexistence of Byzantine and Ottoman art pieces as you walk your way through the renowned Hagia Sophia. Explore its impressive Dome, featuring 40 windows and the Wishing Column (with rumored healing effects)! Learn about the genius of Byzantine architecture and art with the power of storytelling, thanks to your expert English-speaking historian tour guide. After a 1-hour long guided tour, feel free to explore the museum at your own pace.
Did you know? Hagia Sophia was once a church, then a mosque, then a museum, and now back to a mosque!
Hop on Bosphorus Cruise
Start your dreamlike 1.5-hour cruise along the beautiful Bosphorus waterway. You will be greeted by a marine officer at the pier who will give you an overview of everything that awaits your adventure while on board. The cruise offers you Istanbul’s most beautiful sights reflecting its unique culture as the breeze refreshes you. Cruise past some of the major landmarks on the way like Hagia Sophia, the soaring Galata Tower, and the Bosphorus Bridge connecting Europe and Asia. Rest assured of crossing out any highlight from your list of things to see along the Bosphorus.
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October 2026
Meeting point · DENTUR Istanbul Welcome Card Kabatas Pier, Ömer Avni, Mahallesi, Meclis-i Mebusan Cd. No:3, 34427 Beyoğ, Istanbul
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• Please note that this ticket is not for a guided tour. After your representative takes you to the entrance of the palace, you can explore the palace on your own.
• The audio guide is available in English, German, French, Russian, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Arabic, Chinese, and Turkish. • Your audio guide instructions will be shared in your voucher. • There is limited internet at the museum/pier so please download the app before your visit. • The app does not require internet once it has been downloaded (ensure you have activated GPS). • Please carry your own headphones for the best audio experience.
• The Hagia Sofia partly-guided tour is not accessible for wheelchair users. • With this combo ticket, you are paying for a guided tour. Entry into the attraction is not included. • Note: There will be a mandatory security check before entering the attraction and guests should expect a considerable wait time.
• The audio guide is available in English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Arabic, and Chinese. • Don’t forget to bring along your headphones to listen to the audio tour. • You can buy food and beverages on the boat at your own expense.
• Go to Apple or Play Store and search for 'YourMobileGuide'. Download the app. • Open the App and select 'All Audio Tours'. Select Turkey, then Istanbul, and search for 'Bosphorus Cruise.’ • You'll receive your redemption code from the ticket window. • Please note: There is limited internet at the pier so please download the app before the tour. • The app does not require internet once it has been downloaded but ensure you have activated GPS.
• Available time slots: 10am, 11am, 12pm, 2pm, and 3pm
Tour Timings • Daily (except Mon): 10am, 10:30am, and 11:30am Hagia Sophia Timings • Daily: 9am - 5pm (last admission at 4pm).
• Daily: 10:30am onwards • Available time slots: 10:30am, 12:45pm, 1:45pm, 2:45pm, and 3:45pm
| Up to 1 day before | 100% refund |
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| From 1 day before | Non-cancellable |
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October 2026
Meeting point · DENTUR Istanbul Welcome Card Kabatas Pier, Ömer Avni, Mahallesi, Meclis-i Mebusan Cd. No:3, 34427 Beyoğ, Istanbul
https://charmtourplatform.com/products/combo-istanbul-bosphorus-cruise-topkapi-palace-tickets-ho19381
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