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Vicki_V, Jun 2026
A good tour
Skipping the queue is a huge advantage. The price of this tour may seem high but entry prices to all Istanbul sites are high compared to the rest of Europe. As long as the group doesn't get too big this is good value.
Sarah_B, Jun 2026
10/10 Highly Recommend!
Mert was the best tour guide we have ever had!
He was so knowledgeable about the locations, their history, the architecture, the cultural impact, and had interesting facts galore. His english was incredible. Our tour ended up being a group of 3 (which then turned into a group of 2) and he tailored the experience to us and our interests. We had such an incredible time, I recommend this tour to anyone looking to visit Istanbul.
HERVE_D, Jun 2026
Our guide made the palace come to life.
Batu, our guide made the palace come to life. We asked him questions constantly. We learned a lot about the history of the palace and how people were living there. The protocols of the court and intrigues.
Carrie_S, Jun 2026
Fun and time-saving!
What and awesome day we just had with Lutfi! There were only two of us on the tour so we were able to cover A LOT of ground. I felt like we saw most of Istanbul’s major highlights in a day - with time for a leisurely lunch and a 1.5 cruise on the Bosphorus. Lutfi is incredibly knowledgeable, flexible and fun. It was worth every penny booking with him to fast track in to the venues and skip the lines. He made sure we were enjoying ourselves all day - which we were! Highly recommend!
Genie_S, Jun 2026
Bringing the Culture to Life
First of all, Kemal Aslan did an excellent job as our guide. He made
the Basilica Cistern come to life as we walked through it in awe. Then his commentary on the history, culture, and architecture of Topkapi Palace was fascinating. We learned so much and had a full, lovely morning. Highly recommend!
debra_c, Jun 2026
Great tour of Istanbul
We had one day in Istanbul, so we wanted to make the most of it and this tour did that. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and personable. We were on the go from morning to evening with an enjoyable lunch. We saw a lot and learned a lot This tour is a lot of walking and being on your feet. By the end of the day we were all exhausted and ready to relax but it was worth it.
Kelly_G, Jun 2026
Exactly what we needed!
Definitely catered to our needs! Thank you for considering our time and guide us the best way. We had only hours in the city and because of your help we enjoyed visiting the palace. We will come back and again use this as our best tour! Thank you 🤗
Jorge_F, May 2026
Very good, well planned....
Very good, well planned. Our guide Mert was great navigating the crowds to make the most of our visit. Despite the big crowds we had a good experience skipping the lines for entry. He was very knowledgeable gave us a lot of information.
Ashutosh_R, May 2026
The tour guide was very...
The tour guide was very knowledgeable and informative
He knew what to see first and in proper order to avoid crowds
Ruba_H, Jun 2026
The palace is such a huge...
The palace is such a huge and majestic place to visit. You could easily spend the entire day there, which we did after our guided tour ended. Our guide was funny, friendly and knowledgeable.
Thomas_M, May 2026
Topkapi Palace/Harem Tour - Sabih Tour Guide
Sabih was so informative; the history behind the Palace and Harem area could be presented in so many different ways and he used historical fact and contextualized it very well, teaching us much about both Turkish history and Ottoman Empire in a friendly and engaging way. Most importantly he was present without being bossy, completely available and simultaneously allowing us to do independent sightseeing and learning. Spending hours with a professional guide you actually like is priceless.
Susan_B, May 2026
So much to see in Istanbul!
We learned so much about Istanbul on this excursion. Ludwig was very knowledgeable and made sure we all enjoyed our day.
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Topkapi Palace is a must-visit for history and architecture buffs, and all first-time visitors to Istanbul.
Book a skip-the-line ticket to save time and avoid long entry lines.
The palace’s harem section requires a separate entry ticket.
Make sure to wear comfortable shoes, as the palace complex is large and you will be on your feet.
The complex is accessible to wheelchair users, though strollers are not permitted.
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