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Topkapi Palace Free Tour

4.90
Excellent(31)
Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Languages: Spanish
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Registered on 10 September 2019
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Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Immerse yourself in Ottoman history on the Topkapi Palace Free Tour.

Topkapi Palace was the main residence of the Ottoman Sultan and the home of his court and family until the mid-19th century. Today , Topkapi Palace is one of the most visited museums in Istanbul. This impressive palace is made up of 4 main courtyards and other smaller structures such as the Harem and the Imperial Council. We will show you Topkapi Palace and the rich history of the Ottoman Empire along the way.
The tour begins by visiting the impressive Church of Saint Irene, then the magnificent Imperial Gate and the Sultan Ahmet III Fountain elaborated with many ornaments. You will have the opportunity to learn about the treasury, the Imperial Council Hall, the palace kitchens, and the kiosks known as Mecidiye, Revan, and Baghdad.

 Included in the tour:

  • The Church of Santa Irene
  • The Fountain of Ahmed III
  • Topkapi Palace
  • The harem
  • The Imperial Council Hall
  • The Chamber of Holy Relics
  • The Imperial Treasury
  • Imperial kitchens
  • The Imperial Mint
  • The Weapon Collection
  • The Mecidiye Kiosk
  • The Revan Kiosk
  • The Baghdad Kiosk
  • The Door of Happiness
  • The Marble Terrace
  • The Library of Ahmed III


 Your expert guide will share information and fun stories about daily life at Topkapi Palace during the Ottoman Empire. You will also have free time to explore more on your own. Enjoy the privilege of visiting this palace and discovering the greatness of the Ottoman Empire!

 Important information for the traveler:
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Does not include the entrance ticket to the palace.
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Travelers with museum passes do not pay admission to the Topkapi Palace Museum and do not pay admission to the Harem section.


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Cankurtaran, Soğuk Çeşme Sk. No:4, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey
Our guides wearing red shirts and red umbrella will be waiting for you by the Museum Pass desk.
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour reviews

4.90
Excellent(31)
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Professionalism
4.71
Fun
4.71
Communication
4.71
Quality
4.79
Route
4.71

Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour requires payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
Topkapi Palace Free Tour
Cancellation risk
This guru has cancelled 5 of the last 6 bookings for this tour.
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