Dolmabahce Palace Tickets

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Exterior of Dolmabahce Palace
Gate of the Dolmabahce Palace
Interior rooms of the Dolmabahce Palace
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Dolmabahce Palace by the Bosphorus Strait
Interior of the Dolmabahce Palace
Exit gate of Dolmabahce Palace in Istanbul with ornate architectural details.
Dolmabahce Palace interior rooms with ornate chandeliers and intricate ceiling designs in Istanbul, Turkey.
Interior rooms of the Dolmabahce Palace
Fountain outside the Dolmabahce Palace
Exterior of Dolmabahce Palace
Gate of the Dolmabahce Palace
Interior rooms of the Dolmabahce Palace
Senior man listening to audio guide inside Windsor castle
Dolmabahce Palace by the Bosphorus Strait
Interior of the Dolmabahce Palace
Exit gate of Dolmabahce Palace in Istanbul with ornate architectural details.
Dolmabahce Palace interior rooms with ornate chandeliers and intricate ceiling designs in Istanbul, Turkey.
Interior rooms of the Dolmabahce Palace
Fountain outside the Dolmabahce Palace
Exterior of Dolmabahce Palace
Gate of the Dolmabahce Palace
Interior rooms of the Dolmabahce Palace
Senior man listening to audio guide inside Windsor castle
Dolmabahce Palace by the Bosphorus Strait
Interior of the Dolmabahce Palace
Exit gate of Dolmabahce Palace in Istanbul with ornate architectural details.
Dolmabahce Palace interior rooms with ornate chandeliers and intricate ceiling designs in Istanbul, Turkey.
Interior rooms of the Dolmabahce Palace
Fountain outside the Dolmabahce Palace
Tickets
4.6(1.2K)

Dolmabahçe Palace & Harem Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide

from €37
€33.90

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Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Enjoy a hassle-free visit to the Dolmabahçe Palace with skip-the-line access and get a glimpse into the glory days of the Ottoman Empire.
  • Enter the Medhal Hall, which features Boulle tables on both sides with Sultan Abdülmecid's monogram and the royal monogram over the fireplace.
  • Stop by the Tiled room adorned with handmade Turkish rugs, which also houses the palace's largest painting, Surre Alayi.
  • Soak in the regality of the Red Room, with hues symbolizing Ottoman power and culture and featuring scenes from Ottoman history and mythology.
  • Don't miss the grand crystal chandelier in the Ceremonial Hall. Then check out the Harem, which offers breathtaking views of the Bosphorus.
  • Enjoy a hassle-free visit to the Dolmabahçe Palace with skip-the-line access and get a glimpse into the glory days of the Ottoman Empire.
  • Enter the Medhal Hall, which features Boulle tables on both sides with Sultan Abdülmecid's monogram and the royal monogram over the fireplace.
  • Stop by the Tiled room adorned with handmade Turkish rugs, which also houses the palace's largest painting, Surre Alayi.
  • Soak in the regality of the Red Room, with hues symbolizing Ottoman power and culture and featuring scenes from Ottoman history and mythology.
  • Don't miss the grand crystal chandelier in the Ceremonial Hall. Then check out the Harem, which offers breathtaking views of the Bosphorus.

Inclusions

  • Skip-the-line entry to Dolmabahçe Palace
  • Audio guide in 10 languages
  • Access to the Harem

Exclusions

  • Entry to Clock Museum
  • Tip: Complete your visit by enjoying a rich Turkish coffee or tea at the nearby cafes, adding a local flavor to your day.
  • Note: Dolmabahçe Palace exclusively issues the audio guide provided with the ticket. The venue does not accept third-party audio guides.
  • Visitors must present a valid ID or passport. If neither is available, a €200 deposit may be left at the entrance to obtain an audio guide device. The deposit will be refunded upon the return of the device at the exit.
  • Keep your camera tucked away – photography is strictly not allowed at the venue.
  • This experience is wheelchair accessible, except for the upper floors.
  • Opt for modest attire to respect the site's decorum.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Laura
Dec 2024Verified booking
3/5

I went in December, there were no queues. I did not find the audio guide, neither downloadable nor in QR. Anyway you have to keep in mind that if you go from Spain it is not worth activating the data because of the cost, so if it is not downloadable or if there is no wifi available it does not work. I think it would have compensated me to buy there directly

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MITSUYA
Nov 2024Verified booking
4/5

The QR code hadn't arrived even the day before, so I called to confirm and was told that it would be sent within 20 minutes, and we were able to successfully obtain the QR code. We arrived at Dolmabahce Palace at 9am, and it wasn't very crowded yet, so we didn't really benefit from the skip-the-line ticket (the security gate wasn't very crowded at that time, but there were huge people lining up around 12:30 when we were leaving). The Bosphorus cruise was properly announced in advance, so we were able to easily find the boarding point, and we were fortunatelely able to board it in just before the cruise departed, so we were able to enjoy the cruise without waiting.

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Francisco
Oct 2024Verified booking
4/5

The Palace is a marvel, too bad they don't let you take pictures to have a souvenir. By the way, I took the tickets 5 minutes before entering and very well.

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ARIADNI
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

With the electronic tickets we had very easy access to the palace. The tour through the audio system was excellent. We spent 4 wonderful hours in Dolmabache. Amazing cafe to relax in the palace gardens. No photos allowed inside.

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Iryna
Oct 2024Verified booking
4/5

I would like to leave a review about the boat trip. The point with the geolocation that we received by email was wrong. We had to run to be on time, and take a tram 1 more stop. Please fix this, if a person is in Istanbul for the first time, he will not find the correct location. The location in the app was also wrong. This spoiled our impressions of the time spent.

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Juan
Oct 2024Verified booking
3/5

The palace is very impressive. Of incredible richness and magnitude. Something to improve: the toilets, few and very dirty. They do not match the environment. There is an image of poor management by those in charge.

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Mayra
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

What a beautiful place! I feel like most people concentrate on the historical sites in Sultanahmet and they overlook this gem! We spent more time here than any other place we visited! I did not like that you can't take pictures inside, because there were a few rooms that I would like to see in pictures when my memory starts to fail me.

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Maria
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

Had an amazing time at Dolmabahche Saray. Bought the tickets super easy an hour before the visit, skipped the like and simply entered. The audio system was fun and helped me to learn a lot about the palace. Thanks a lot, it was great!

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Carmen
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

So beautiful, well mantain, the gardens were impressive, with such a beautiful view of the sea. We loved! History, rooms wow

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AIKATERINI
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

Everything was excellent!we received the tickets by mail and the entrance was very easy scanning our mobile ticket.The staff was helpful and informative and choose for us our language which was very convinient.There is so much to see the palace,the harem,the national gallery.The gardens are awesome and the cafe in the national gallery is peaceful with a beautiful view!Crystal staircase was on renovation,despite this everything was enjoyable!

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Robert
Oct 2024Verified booking
3/5

There was a separate QR for each of us. It would have been a lot easier if both of us had been on one QR code After opening the first QR code it was very difficult to go back and open the second. We didn't go to the palace ticket office since we already had tickets. We went straight to the palace entrance. But the audio guides had to be picked up at the ticket office. That wasn't clear in the instructions. So we didn't get the audio guides.

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Şamil
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

It was great to see Dolmabahce Palace. Tickets delivered to me immediately. I enjoyed the great service they provided to us.

reviewer
Victor
Oct 2024Verified booking
4/5

It is a beautiful experience, I liked it very much, I recommend it and also the purchase at Headout was very good, no problem with the tickets. All my expectations were met.

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Valentina
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

It was easy to order the ticket on line though I did it right before going. It saved me much time because I didn't have to stand in the line.The audio guide was also very convenient as I could move in my own tempo. The palace itself and the gardens around are very beautiful. Add the terrific view of the sea, ducks and a swan in the pond - one feels like in the paradise! I didn't feel like leaving!

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Taelemans
Sep 2024Verified booking
4/5

We were at the palace as soon as it opened and there were already a lot of people. The gardens were beautiful as well as the ceremonial halls where high-ranking guests were received and the crystal staircase. Many rooms looked a bit the same and were dark and dusty. The corridors were too narrow for the many people so that there was a queue. It was also a pity that no photos were allowed inside. It was nice to have seen it once, but I would not go there a second time.

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Gonzalo
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

Really wonderful and amazing. Very good explanation in my language. You can't miss the Dolmabache Palace when you are in Turkey.

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Vasilka
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

It's very convenient, you don't have to wait in lines. Thanks to the audio guide, I walk slowly, you don't rush to walk along the group

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Sara
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

We had no inconvenience or waiting time. We were able to do the tours at our own pace without any schedule pressure. It is much better than taking a tour.

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SOUZAn
Sep 2024Verified booking
4/5

Are you kidding me, no photos are allowed and we got yelled at every time we tried to take a picture. Why can't we take pictures even without the use of flash light?

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Marianna
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

With the online ticket, which you can download from the app with ease, you are able to quickly access the wonderful dolmabahce palace. Bring an ID with you because it is required to get the free audio guide. The visit to the palace is done independently by following a marked and predetermined route. With the same ticket you can visit the harem and the exhibition of paintings. Highly recommended!

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Nadia
Aug 2024Verified booking
3/5

It was not mentioned anywhere in the booking that a passport had to be submitted to get the audio guide. Because of that we didnt take it to the place, and we were not able to get the audio guide even if we payed for it. My suggestion is to mention this in the booking description so that visitors like us will not face such a situation.

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Olga
Aug 2024Verified booking
5/5

Ticketing expense was very good, quick, fast forward. Audio guide was very good also. People flow while watching expositions in a Palace and Harem was at a pleasant pace and yet enough time to see everything. Unfortunately photos was not allowed to do in the Palace.

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MARIAM
Aug 2024Verified booking
5/5

Very easy to get tickets. If you don't get an email with your tickets you can always message the seller on WhatsApp and they will send them to you as a pdf. There is a lot of walking and 3 sites to see on the palace grounds so be prepared. There's also a cafe available. Overall very good experience

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Marta
Aug 2024Verified booking
4/5

As the place was very crowdy we were lucky to have our skip the line tickets. It saved us a lot of time. Information provided in the audio guide was interesting and just enough not to get bored. Unfortunately there is no audio guide available in Polish which I find surprising given the amount of tourists from Poland I saw there. The palace is impressive and really worth visiting but unfortunately you are not allowed to take pictures inside.

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parul
Aug 2024Verified booking
5/5

Wonderful experience with easy booking and smooth transactions. Highly recommended for an insight into the modern ottoman empire.

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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Show and Dolmabahce Palace Tickets
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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Show, Istanbul skyline and illuminated bridge in background
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Interior rooms of the Dolmabahce Palace
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Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish show, Istanbul skyline and illuminated bridge in background.
Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish show, Istanbul skyline and illuminated bridge in background.
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Interior of the Dolmabahce Palace
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Show and Dolmabahce Palace Tickets
Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish show, Istanbul skyline and illuminated bridge in background.
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Show, Istanbul skyline and illuminated bridge in background
Gate of the Dolmabahce Palace
Interior rooms of the Dolmabahce Palace
Visitors taking selfies on Bosphorus Dinner Cruise
Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish show, Istanbul skyline and illuminated bridge in background.
Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish show, Istanbul skyline and illuminated bridge in background.
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Interior of the Dolmabahce Palace
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Show and Dolmabahce Palace Tickets
Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish show, Istanbul skyline and illuminated bridge in background.
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Show, Istanbul skyline and illuminated bridge in background
Gate of the Dolmabahce Palace
Interior rooms of the Dolmabahce Palace
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Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish show, Istanbul skyline and illuminated bridge in background.
Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish show, Istanbul skyline and illuminated bridge in background.
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Combos
4.5(1.6K)

Combo (Save 21%): Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Show + Dolmabahce Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets

from €72
€57.14

21% off

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Mobile ticket
Audio guide
Meals included
  • Combine a 3-hour Bosphorus cruise and skip-the-line access to Dolmabahce Palace for a budget-friendly adventure, perfect for busy travelers.
  • Sail the Bosphorus, savor an authentic mezze platter with fava beans and barbecue, and enjoy unlimited drinks as you soak in Istanbul's beauty.
  • See folk dances like the sword and shield dance dating back to pre-Ottoman times as you sail past Ottoman gems like the Rumeli Fortress and the Ortakoy Mosque.
  • Explore Dolmabahce at your own pace with an audio guide unlocking the stories behind the handmade Hereke carpets and gold-leaf ceilings.
  • Climb the Crystal Staircase, a masterpiece of Baccarat crystal, and visit the Harem section for a glimpse into the Sultan's private world.
  • Combine a 3-hour Bosphorus cruise and skip-the-line access to Dolmabahce Palace for a budget-friendly adventure, perfect for busy travelers.
  • Sail the Bosphorus, savor an authentic mezze platter with fava beans and barbecue, and enjoy unlimited drinks as you soak in Istanbul's beauty.
  • See folk dances like the sword and shield dance dating back to pre-Ottoman times as you sail past Ottoman gems like the Rumeli Fortress and the Ortakoy Mosque.
  • Explore Dolmabahce at your own pace with an audio guide unlocking the stories behind the handmade Hereke carpets and gold-leaf ceilings.
  • Climb the Crystal Staircase, a masterpiece of Baccarat crystal, and visit the Harem section for a glimpse into the Sultan's private world.

Inclusions

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise

  • 3-hour Bosphorus cruise
  • 3-course dinner (menu here)
  • Unlimited soft drinks
  • Turkish night & live entertainment
  • Free Wi-Fi on board
  • Private & reserved table

Dolmabahce Palace

  • Skip-the-line entry to Dolmabahce Palace
  • Audio guide in English, German, Russian, Italian, Spanish, French, Polish, Arabic, Chinese, and Turkish
  • Entry to Harem section
  • Entry to the Painting Museum

Exclusions

Dolmabahce Palace

  • Entry to Clock Museum

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise

  • Tip: If you crave a quieter moment during the dinner show, head to the bow of the boat to enjoy the Bosphorus breeze and unobstructed views of Istanbul.
  • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
  • Dietary needs such as vegetarian, pescetarian, and halal can be accommodated.

Dolmabahce Palace

  • Tip: Head towards the balcony at the back of the Muahede Hall for views of the Bosphorus and the Kabatas district.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Chaitali
Dec 2024Verified booking
4/5

The food was quite average but the experience was good. The staff were nice. They also take photos of you and then sell them to you!

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Rakin
Dec 2024Verified booking
5/5

Myself and partner were pleasantly surprised with how fantastic the evening was. From the moment we stepped onto the vessel, we were greeted with warm smiles and great hospitality. The staff were very prompt in getting us our drinks, and the three course meal was delicious; consisting of delicious traditional Turkish food all round! We were pleasantly surprised by the amount of entertainment in the form of dance shows, live music and audience interaction - the talent of these performers was outstanding! We didn't expect to have entertainment throughout, pretty much, the entire cruise. The belly dancer in particular was mesmerising; the audience were transfixed! The outside views themselves were fantastic, and it was very easy to see it all without having to get up from our seats! The experience was also such great value for money; we'd spent more money on just a one meal earlier that day (and the cruise dinner was far better!) Overall, it was definitely the best experience we had in Istanbul, and I'd say it's definitely an unmissable experience. 10/10.

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Laura
Dec 2024Verified booking
3/5

I went in December, there were no queues. I did not find the audio guide, neither downloadable nor in QR. Anyway you have to keep in mind that if you go from Spain it is not worth activating the data because of the cost, so if it is not downloadable or if there is no wifi available it does not work. I think it would have compensated me to buy there directly

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Renjith
Dec 2024Verified booking
5/5

I love the food and the various programmes inside the boat .I would recommend this package. They also take your photos and if we want those to take home, we can request for one for 10 euro. They have an option to request for the whole album for 90 euro. I would recommend to select the photo of your choice, which is the economically best.

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Ubaid
Nov 2024Verified booking
3/5

Everything was good but they took picture of you without telling and than put album on your table and ask 44000 TL for few pictures and i personally feel harrashed and ashamed because its embarrasing.

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Francisco
Oct 2024Verified booking
4/5

The Palace is a marvel, too bad they don't let you take pictures to have a souvenir. By the way, I took the tickets 5 minutes before entering and very well.

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ARIADNI
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

With the electronic tickets we had very easy access to the palace. The tour through the audio system was excellent. We spent 4 wonderful hours in Dolmabache. Amazing cafe to relax in the palace gardens. No photos allowed inside.

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Mira
Oct 2024Verified booking
4/5

Our cruise was at night and with dinner included. The cruise was very nice - I wss worried I would get seasick but the boat was steady enough. I only wish there was some information or a self guide about the places that we could see outside the window. The dinner was good with a couple of chices for the main course, although, none vegetarian ones. The one thing that was not quite okay wss the price of the beverage - a glass of wine cost 500 TRy!!! And intially we weren't advised of those. And when we asked for the bill we were told it was 400 TRY, so we had to bargain for that price to be applied - which is still a lot!! Everything else, including the program, was very nice and enjoyable!

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Juan
Oct 2024Verified booking
3/5

The palace is very impressive. Of incredible richness and magnitude. Something to improve: the toilets, few and very dirty. They do not match the environment. There is an image of poor management by those in charge.

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Couvreur
Oct 2024Verified booking
3/5

Just a comment about the cruise not about your service : The food wasn't really good, no tea at the end, the music was really loud.

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Mayra
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

What a beautiful place! I feel like most people concentrate on the historical sites in Sultanahmet and they overlook this gem! We spent more time here than any other place we visited! I did not like that you can't take pictures inside, because there were a few rooms that I would like to see in pictures when my memory starts to fail me.

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Maria
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

Had an amazing time at Dolmabahche Saray. Bought the tickets super easy an hour before the visit, skipped the like and simply entered. The audio system was fun and helped me to learn a lot about the palace. Thanks a lot, it was great!

reviewer
Carmen
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

So beautiful, well mantain, the gardens were impressive, with such a beautiful view of the sea. We loved! History, rooms wow

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AIKATERINI
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

Everything was excellent!we received the tickets by mail and the entrance was very easy scanning our mobile ticket.The staff was helpful and informative and choose for us our language which was very convinient.There is so much to see the palace,the harem,the national gallery.The gardens are awesome and the cafe in the national gallery is peaceful with a beautiful view!Crystal staircase was on renovation,despite this everything was enjoyable!

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Beatrice
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

Quick entry without the line to the beautiful Dolmabhace Palace, pleasant and fun dinner on the boat across the Bosphorus. Recommended experience

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Robert
Oct 2024Verified booking
3/5

There was a separate QR for each of us. It would have been a lot easier if both of us had been on one QR code After opening the first QR code it was very difficult to go back and open the second. We didn't go to the palace ticket office since we already had tickets. We went straight to the palace entrance. But the audio guides had to be picked up at the ticket office. That wasn't clear in the instructions. So we didn't get the audio guides.

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Şamil
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

It was great to see Dolmabahce Palace. Tickets delivered to me immediately. I enjoyed the great service they provided to us.

reviewer
Victor
Oct 2024Verified booking
4/5

It is a beautiful experience, I liked it very much, I recommend it and also the purchase at Headout was very good, no problem with the tickets. All my expectations were met.

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Younes
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

The experience was so amazing, it was a nice immersion to the turkish lifestyle during the different ceremonies & waiters were so friendly. That would be great if the dessert menu could be improved with a reasonable album photos prices ;)

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Valentina
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

It was easy to order the ticket on line though I did it right before going. It saved me much time because I didn't have to stand in the line.The audio guide was also very convenient as I could move in my own tempo. The palace itself and the gardens around are very beautiful. Add the terrific view of the sea, ducks and a swan in the pond - one feels like in the paradise! I didn't feel like leaving!

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Taelemans
Sep 2024Verified booking
4/5

We were at the palace as soon as it opened and there were already a lot of people. The gardens were beautiful as well as the ceremonial halls where high-ranking guests were received and the crystal staircase. Many rooms looked a bit the same and were dark and dusty. The corridors were too narrow for the many people so that there was a queue. It was also a pity that no photos were allowed inside. It was nice to have seen it once, but I would not go there a second time.

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Gonzalo
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

Really wonderful and amazing. Very good explanation in my language. You can't miss the Dolmabache Palace when you are in Turkey.

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Vasilka
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

It's very convenient, you don't have to wait in lines. Thanks to the audio guide, I walk slowly, you don't rush to walk along the group

reviewer
Sara
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

We had no inconvenience or waiting time. We were able to do the tours at our own pace without any schedule pressure. It is much better than taking a tour.

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Tamar
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

This cruise was awesome. Delicious food, great entertainment, eye catching views on Bosphorus. Everything was well-organized.

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Combo: Dolmabahce Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide + Bosphorus Cruise

from €59
€47.20

20% off

Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Mobile ticket
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Save big with this combo as you explore the brilliant architecture of the Dolmabahce Palace and cruise under the pleasant sun on the Bosphorus Strait.
  • Skip the lines at the palace and explore its impressive blend of Ottoman, Baroque, and Neoclassical architectural styles with your English-speaking guide.
  • Roam around at your own pace and access the Harem section while listening to your multilingual audioguide.
  • Go to the pier for your cruise and enjoy marvelous sights along the European and Asian coastline while tuning in to the audio guide app.
  • Enjoy the scenic Bosphorus cruise, passing by Dolmabahce Palace, Ciragan Palace, Ortakoy Mosque, and the Bosphorus Bridge.
  • Save big with this combo as you explore the brilliant architecture of the Dolmabahce Palace and cruise under the pleasant sun on the Bosphorus Strait.
  • Skip the lines at the palace and explore its impressive blend of Ottoman, Baroque, and Neoclassical architectural styles with your English-speaking guide.
  • Roam around at your own pace and access the Harem section while listening to your multilingual audioguide.
  • Go to the pier for your cruise and enjoy marvelous sights along the European and Asian coastline while tuning in to the audio guide app.
  • Enjoy the scenic Bosphorus cruise, passing by Dolmabahce Palace, Ciragan Palace, Ortakoy Mosque, and the Bosphorus Bridge.

Inclusions

Dolmabahce Palace

  • 15-min Dolmabahce Palace Highlights Tour
  • English-speaking guide
  • Skip the line admission to Dolmabahce Palace
  • Access to the Harem section
  • Unlimited stay inside the palace
  • Audio guide in 15 languages

Bosphorus Cruise

  • 75-min cruise on the Bosphorus Strait
  • Audio guide app in 9 languages

Exclusions

  • Transfer between the palace and the pier
  • Tip: April to May and Sept to Nov are the best months to visit Istanbul, the weather is more pleasant, the crowds are thinner and the city is alive with many festivals.

Dolmabahce Palace

  • An ID is required to access the free audio guide at the Dolmabahce Palace.
  • The Dolmabahce Palace audio guide is available in 15 languages.
  • Note that during the winter season (November 1 to March 31), the palace opens around 9am and closes around 4pm.
  • Dolmabahce Palace is closed on Mondays.

Bosphorus Crusie

  • The audio guide app for the Bosphorus Cruise is only accessible on Android version 10 or later.
  • The audio guide is available in 9 languages: English, German, French, Russian, Italian, Polish, Arabic, Chinese, and Turkish.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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MITSUYA
Nov 2024Verified booking
4/5

The QR code hadn't arrived even the day before, so I called to confirm and was told that it would be sent within 20 minutes, and we were able to successfully obtain the QR code. We arrived at Dolmabahce Palace at 9am, and it wasn't very crowded yet, so we didn't really benefit from the skip-the-line ticket (the security gate wasn't very crowded at that time, but there were huge people lining up around 12:30 when we were leaving). The Bosphorus cruise was properly announced in advance, so we were able to easily find the boarding point, and we were fortunatelely able to board it in just before the cruise departed, so we were able to enjoy the cruise without waiting.

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Iryna
Oct 2024Verified booking
4/5

I would like to leave a review about the boat trip. The point with the geolocation that we received by email was wrong. We had to run to be on time, and take a tram 1 more stop. Please fix this, if a person is in Istanbul for the first time, he will not find the correct location. The location in the app was also wrong. This spoiled our impressions of the time spent.

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Plamena
Aug 2024Verified booking
5/5

It was good. But instructions were a bit misunderstanding. It was written to meed our guide at one spot. And when we go to this place there is noone. Instead they send us the qr codes to enter by ourselves. And they dont give instructions to just enter. So we waited at this spot. Good that at least they responded quickly enough when I contacted them by whatsapp. Although They did not respond to The emergency telephone number that was given at the ticket. So a bit messy. We still had a great time. So thank you!

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Hanieh
Jul 2024Verified booking
5/5

Tha palace was awesome! We spent a lot of time there Also there was many places to visit. We also enjoyed the cruise.

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Sumaira
Jul 2024Verified booking
5/5

The whole process was smooth and easy to understand. The customer service on WhatsApp was responsive and helpful. The boat ride was not too crowded and enjoyable. Would recommend to anyone! Perfect for a one day outing!

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Erna
May 2024Verified booking
5/5

Whole day spent there, there is so much to see. The best day in Istanbul. Very beautiful, you have audio guide that explains a lot and makes you experience even better. Beautiful photo spots.

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Mdihi
May 2024Verified booking
4/5

Good and practical. You should just make it clear that audioguides can be picked up at the entrance, so that you don't end up in the palace with your shoes on and have to cross the park again to look for them. Otherwise no problem. Thank you.

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Vanessa
Nov 2024Verified booking
4/5

Very suggestive. It's like to be in a fable 😍

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Scuturici
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

It's just something else from the others tourist attractions!

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Susanne
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

Our guide Brushca was knowledgeable and good hundred and waited for us when we were late!

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Whitney
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

It was really easy to get our skip the line tickets. The palace and grounds were amazing!

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Laura
Aug 2024Verified booking
5/5

It was easy to sign up and they made sure you knew where to go. It was a beautiful place as well.

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Fernando
Jun 2024Verified booking
4/5

One I found where to get the QR codes , it was simple and easy

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Muhammad
Apr 2024Verified booking
5/5

Very nice and supportive guide, it was so easy to book with headout and get a eticket at the same time.

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Vijeesh
Dec 2023Verified booking
4/5

It was good. Had a great experience. Would recommend it to others

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Ahmed
Dec 2023Verified booking
5/5

Nice tour and friendly tour guide, highly recommended

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Nov 2024Verified booking
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Combo (Save 9%): Dolmabahçe Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide + Hagia Sophia Skip-the-Line Tickets

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  • Experience Ottoman splendor and Byzantine heritage with this cost-effective combo that offers skip-the-line access to both Dolmabahçe Palace and Hagia Sophia.
  • Step into the royal world of Ottoman sultans at Dolmabahçe Palace, with a multilingual audio guide, and discover the 285-room palace and the royal box.
  • Enjoy the palace's opulence as you ascend the crystal staircase to the Ceremonial Hall and explore the vibrant Ottoman culture depicted in the Red Room.
  • Journey through time at the Hagia Sophia, which was once the world's largest place of worship, and marvel at its imperial dome and mesmerizing mosaics.
  • With skip-the-line access to the 2nd-floor Visitors' Center at Hagia Sophia, explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site at your own pace.
  • Experience Ottoman splendor and Byzantine heritage with this cost-effective combo that offers skip-the-line access to both Dolmabahçe Palace and Hagia Sophia.
  • Step into the royal world of Ottoman sultans at Dolmabahçe Palace, with a multilingual audio guide, and discover the 285-room palace and the royal box.
  • Enjoy the palace's opulence as you ascend the crystal staircase to the Ceremonial Hall and explore the vibrant Ottoman culture depicted in the Red Room.
  • Journey through time at the Hagia Sophia, which was once the world's largest place of worship, and marvel at its imperial dome and mesmerizing mosaics.
  • With skip-the-line access to the 2nd-floor Visitors' Center at Hagia Sophia, explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site at your own pace.

Inclusions

Dolmabahçe Palace

  • Skip-the-line entry to Dolmabahçe Palace
  • Audio guide in 10 languages
  • Access to the Harem

Hagia Sofia

  • Skip the ticket line to Hagia Sophia
  • Entry to Hagia Sophia visiting area
  • 10% discount at Dsign Cafe
  • Downloadable self-guided audio tour in English, Spanish, French, German & Italian

Dolmabahçe Palace

  • Tip: Don't forget to explore Imperial Palace, the private quarters of the Sultan’s family, which offer a glimpse into the more personal side of palace life.
  • Keep your camera tucked away – photography is strictly not allowed at the venue.
  • This experience is wheelchair accessible, except for the upper floors.
  • Opt for modest attire to respect the site's decorum.

Hagia Sophia

  • Tip: Admire the ornate mihrab as a focal point in the prayer hall, indicating the direction of Mecca.
  • You skip the ticket lines but you cannot skip the security check.
  • The security check can take up to 60 minutes during peak seasons.
  • The prayer area on the first floor can only be entered by Turkish citizens.
  • Women are required to cover their knees, shoulders, and chest. Hair should be partially covered with a scarf.
  • Men are required to cover their knees and shoulders.
  • If you do not have a scarf or body cover, you can buy them at the entrance (A scarf is €2 and a body cover is €3).
  • This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
  • Due to the Friday prayer, the Mosque will be closed to tourists from 12pm to 2pm. For a smoother experience, it's recommend visiting after 4pm to avoid the lengthy security line anticipated between 2pm and 4pm.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Amritash
Dec 2024Verified booking
4/5

Hagia Sophia is one of the wonders of the world, for me. It has so much history and has played such a vital role for two great empires. A must for anyone interested in history.

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Laura
Dec 2024Verified booking
3/5

I went in December, there were no queues. I did not find the audio guide, neither downloadable nor in QR. Anyway you have to keep in mind that if you go from Spain it is not worth activating the data because of the cost, so if it is not downloadable or if there is no wifi available it does not work. I think it would have compensated me to buy there directly

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Francisco
Oct 2024Verified booking
4/5

The Palace is a marvel, too bad they don't let you take pictures to have a souvenir. By the way, I took the tickets 5 minutes before entering and very well.

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ARIADNI
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

With the electronic tickets we had very easy access to the palace. The tour through the audio system was excellent. We spent 4 wonderful hours in Dolmabache. Amazing cafe to relax in the palace gardens. No photos allowed inside.

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Juan
Oct 2024Verified booking
3/5

The palace is very impressive. Of incredible richness and magnitude. Something to improve: the toilets, few and very dirty. They do not match the environment. There is an image of poor management by those in charge.

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Mayra
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

What a beautiful place! I feel like most people concentrate on the historical sites in Sultanahmet and they overlook this gem! We spent more time here than any other place we visited! I did not like that you can't take pictures inside, because there were a few rooms that I would like to see in pictures when my memory starts to fail me.

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Maria
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

Had an amazing time at Dolmabahche Saray. Bought the tickets super easy an hour before the visit, skipped the like and simply entered. The audio system was fun and helped me to learn a lot about the palace. Thanks a lot, it was great!

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Carmen
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

So beautiful, well mantain, the gardens were impressive, with such a beautiful view of the sea. We loved! History, rooms wow

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AIKATERINI
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

Everything was excellent!we received the tickets by mail and the entrance was very easy scanning our mobile ticket.The staff was helpful and informative and choose for us our language which was very convinient.There is so much to see the palace,the harem,the national gallery.The gardens are awesome and the cafe in the national gallery is peaceful with a beautiful view!Crystal staircase was on renovation,despite this everything was enjoyable!

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Robert
Oct 2024Verified booking
3/5

There was a separate QR for each of us. It would have been a lot easier if both of us had been on one QR code After opening the first QR code it was very difficult to go back and open the second. We didn't go to the palace ticket office since we already had tickets. We went straight to the palace entrance. But the audio guides had to be picked up at the ticket office. That wasn't clear in the instructions. So we didn't get the audio guides.

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Şamil
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

It was great to see Dolmabahce Palace. Tickets delivered to me immediately. I enjoyed the great service they provided to us.

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Victor
Oct 2024Verified booking
4/5

It is a beautiful experience, I liked it very much, I recommend it and also the purchase at Headout was very good, no problem with the tickets. All my expectations were met.

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Valentina
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

It was easy to order the ticket on line though I did it right before going. It saved me much time because I didn't have to stand in the line.The audio guide was also very convenient as I could move in my own tempo. The palace itself and the gardens around are very beautiful. Add the terrific view of the sea, ducks and a swan in the pond - one feels like in the paradise! I didn't feel like leaving!

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Taelemans
Sep 2024Verified booking
4/5

We were at the palace as soon as it opened and there were already a lot of people. The gardens were beautiful as well as the ceremonial halls where high-ranking guests were received and the crystal staircase. Many rooms looked a bit the same and were dark and dusty. The corridors were too narrow for the many people so that there was a queue. It was also a pity that no photos were allowed inside. It was nice to have seen it once, but I would not go there a second time.

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Gonzalo
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

Really wonderful and amazing. Very good explanation in my language. You can't miss the Dolmabache Palace when you are in Turkey.

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Vasilka
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

It's very convenient, you don't have to wait in lines. Thanks to the audio guide, I walk slowly, you don't rush to walk along the group

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Sara
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

We had no inconvenience or waiting time. We were able to do the tours at our own pace without any schedule pressure. It is much better than taking a tour.

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SOUZAn
Sep 2024Verified booking
4/5

Are you kidding me, no photos are allowed and we got yelled at every time we tried to take a picture. Why can't we take pictures even without the use of flash light?

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Marianna
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

With the online ticket, which you can download from the app with ease, you are able to quickly access the wonderful dolmabahce palace. Bring an ID with you because it is required to get the free audio guide. The visit to the palace is done independently by following a marked and predetermined route. With the same ticket you can visit the harem and the exhibition of paintings. Highly recommended!

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Christopher
Sep 2024Verified booking
4/5

Great audio tour that introduced so much history and directed us to fascinating areas of the Hagia Sophia, such as the Viking graffiti. Wonderful to be able to skip such an enormous queue to get in, well worth it!

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Giuseppe
Sep 2024Verified booking
4/5

In fact, I saved a few minutes at the ticket line, although I then lost the time as it was not clear to me where I had to pick up the ticket.... So, overall, it was not helpful to me at all.

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Nadia
Aug 2024Verified booking
3/5

It was not mentioned anywhere in the booking that a passport had to be submitted to get the audio guide. Because of that we didnt take it to the place, and we were not able to get the audio guide even if we payed for it. My suggestion is to mention this in the booking description so that visitors like us will not face such a situation.

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Paula
Aug 2024Verified booking
4/5

I really liked the mosque but there was a problem with the audio guide, the internet was not working properly and could not be heard well.

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Peter
Aug 2024Verified booking
4/5

Just sering this fantastic monument to human creativity. It would be good to include the best stop on the T2 line to get off for your ticket "booth". We got off one stop esrly snd had a long hit upholl hike to find you.

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Laura
Aug 2024Verified booking
3/5

The service itself is fine, but the guy was late to the kiosk where we had to pick up the tickets and in that waiting time we would have already entered Hagia Sophia, as there was no queue early in the morning in the middle of August. To improve the service, considering that there is no guide to explain anything to you, it would be better to have the tickets directly on the app. Another negative aspect is that the audio guide does not need to be purchased because when you enter there is a QR code to download it.

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Istanbul MegaPass: Skip-the-Line E-Tickets for Top Attractions

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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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  • With the Istanbul MegaPass, access 2 to 9 attractions in 7 days with Classic, Premium, or Deluxe passes, saving up to 34% on individual ticket costs.
  • Head to 2 attractions like the Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, Turkish Hammam, Dolmabahce Palace, and more with the Classic pass.
  • What's more? Every pass comes with a free Bosphorus cruise, Blue Mosque tour, transportation card, route maps, and audio guides for all attractions.
  • Emails with all tickets to the selected attraction will be delivered straight to your inbox so you can rest assured and plan your adventure.
  • Choose the Premium or the all-inclusive Deluxe pass to visit 4 or 9 attractions. More exploration at a great deal!
  • With the Istanbul MegaPass, access 2 to 9 attractions in 7 days with Classic, Premium, or Deluxe passes, saving up to 34% on individual ticket costs.
  • Head to 2 attractions like the Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, Turkish Hammam, Dolmabahce Palace, and more with the Classic pass.
  • What's more? Every pass comes with a free Bosphorus cruise, Blue Mosque tour, transportation card, route maps, and audio guides for all attractions.
  • Emails with all tickets to the selected attraction will be delivered straight to your inbox so you can rest assured and plan your adventure.
  • Choose the Premium or the all-inclusive Deluxe pass to visit 4 or 9 attractions. More exploration at a great deal!

Inclusions

  • Choice of 2/4/9 of Istanbul's top attractions
  • Attractions: Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, Dolmabahce Palace
  • Cruises: Bosphorus cruise, Dinner cruise on Bosphorus with Turkish drinks and food
  • Tours: Asian side walking tour, Blue Mosque tour,
  • Access to hop on hop off bus tour
  • Activities: Dervish Ceremony, Turkish bath & Hamam
  • 5-ride transportation card
  • Digital guide book
  • City, tram & metro map
  • Get the list of included attractions here.
  • No reservation is needed for any activity except the Bosphorus Dinner cruise.
  • Each pass is valid for 7 consecutive days including the first day of use.
  • You can visit multiple attractions in a day but you can only visit each attraction once with this pass.
  • You do have skip-the-line access but you will still need to go through security.
  • You'll receive tickets for all attractions you have selected in an email, and you'll receive tickets for all attractions if you've chosen the Deluxe pass.
  • You can show the PDF digitally on your phone, or get a physical pass printed if you like.
  • You can change the chosen attractions as many times as you want, or you can cancel the pass free of charge up to 1 day before the service date.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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KARMANN
Nov 2024Verified booking
3/5

The fike-cutters are very practical for St Sophia and the Cistern Basilica, but not very efficient for Topkapi. The cruise is very pleasant and the sightseeing buses always interesting for a first visit to the city.

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Clemencia
Nov 2024Verified booking
5/5

Instructions were clear and easy to follow. Very convenient. The customer service is superb and very helpful!

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Ashley
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

Loved how you could choose which attractions to visit and loved how you could visit on your own schedule!!

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Kőrösi
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

Skip the line really did work! Great!

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Pierre
Oct 2024Verified booking
4/5

Buying the megacard was a god proposition

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SHAMIDAH
Oct 2024Verified booking
4/5

Very convenient, well organised and a lot of time saved by booking events online

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Edis
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

Everything is fine, you just have to make sure that you read your emails! It took us a while to find the checkpoint!

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Deep
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

Value and customer service was great!

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TANJIL
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

Well organized, everything went Very smooth. Highly recommend. Customer service(whats app) is excellent.

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Oana
Nov 2024Verified booking
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Dolmabahce Palace | A tapestry of Ottoman opulence

Nestled on the shores of the Bosphorus Strait, the mid-19th-century Dolmabahce Palace is one of the most compelling architectural masterpieces in Istanbul. It served as the main administrative center for the Ottoman Sultans for around 7 decades and later used by Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, the first President of the Turkish Republic. Designed in a blend of European and Ottoman architectural styles, the palace is known for its opulent interiors, crystal chandeliers, and expansive gardens. Did you know that the world's biggest Bohemian crystal chandelier is located at this place? Today, it is a museum showcasing Turkey's rich history and heritage. Read on to learn more about the palace, how to book Dolmabahce Palace tickets, opening hours, and other details to plan your visit.

Things to know before you book your Dolmabahce Palace tickets

  • Consider a guided tour of Dolmabahce Palace to learn about its history and significance, and have an informative experience.
  • There is a mandatory security check before entering the palace, so factor in this time when you plan your visit.
  • Carry a valid ID so that you can rent the audio guides.
  • Photography is not allowed inside Dolmabahce Palace.

Why visit Dolmabahce Palace?

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Which Dolmabahce Palace ticket is best for you?

Dolmabahce Palace Skip the Line + Guided Tours

If you have limited time

Go for: Skip-the-line tickets
Guide: 15-minute orientation with an English-speaking guide, audio guide in 10 languages

  • Skip-the-line tickets allow you to gain direct entry to Dolmabahce Palace so that you can spend time exploring instead of standing in ticket lines. They also provide access to the harem section.
  • These tickets include a 15-minute orientation with an English-speaking guide, after which you can explore at your own pace with an audio guide, which is available in 10 languages.

Recommended ticket:

Dolmabahce Palace Combo Tickets

If you are on a budget

Go for: Combo tickets
Guide: English-speaking guide, audio guide

  • Combo tickets allow you to cover multiple attractions and experiences with a single ticket, making it easier on your pocket.
  • With these tickets, you can enjoy skip-the-line entry to Dolmabahce Palace as well as an informative tour with audio guides in 9 languages.

Recommended tickets:

Istanbul Cards & Passes

If you want a comprehensive experience

Go for: Guided tours
Guide: Expert English-speaking tour guide, audio guides

  • Explore the lavish Dolmabahce Palace and its trove of historical artifacts in depth with guided tours.
  • Gain deep insights into the history of this palace, which was built in the 1800s, with an expert English-speaking tour guide and audio guides in 9 languages. 

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Cancellation policy: You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund on your purchase.

Highlights of Dolmabahce Palace

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Mabeyn-i Humayun

Ottoman Sultans used Mabeyn-i Humayun to discuss state affairs. The complex contains more than a single floor. The most notable highlight in the hall is a crystal staircase. Visitors can see luxurious decorations, grand chandeliers, carpets, and a Turkish bath at Mabeyn-i Humayun.

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Muayede

Muayede is known for being the highest hall and the most significant section of the Dolmabahce Palace. Muayede has a 36-meter-high ceiling supported by 56 columns. The notable attraction in Muayede is the striking crystal chandelier with 750 lamps, weighing over 4.5 tonnes.

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Medhal hall

Medhal Hall is considered to be the main hall of Dolmabahce Palace. Visitors today enter the palace through the Medhal Hall. During the Ottoman time, state ministers and administrators occupied the rooms adjacent to the main hall.

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Atatürk's room

Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the first president of the Turkish Republic, spent his last days in Dolmabahce Palace. The bedroom of Atatürk is close to the former harem of the palace. The clock in the room shows the time 9:05 AM paying respect to the president, who died on November 10, 1938.

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Red room

The Red Room is close to the main hall or the Medhal Hall. The room got its name from the prominent red color designs in the room. Visitors can see the monogram of Sultan Abdülmecid on top of a Boulle desk. There is another monogram on the fireplace under the dome-shaped roof.

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Blue hall

Blue Hall is in the middle of the harem and has distinctive hues of blue. While exploring the Blue Hall, look for the blue shades in decorations, paintings, and marbles. The Blue Hall was used for ceremonial purposes and for Sultans to meet citizens.

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Pink hall

The Pink Hall was used for welcoming noble female visitors. It is known as Valide Sultan Divanhanesi in Ottoman times. Sultanas and other royalty used to meet here and spend time together. It has beautiful paintings, and the entire hall is covered with a special rug called Hereke.

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Zulvecheyn hall

Zulvecheyn Hall was used as a venue for ceremonies. The hall was constructed as an attachment between the interior and exterior of the palace. It was used for preaching functions, marriages, holidays, and other important public events.

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Sufera hall

Sufera Hall, also known as Ambassador Hall, is an exquisite space in the Dolmabahce Palace. Sultans used to meet important people in this room. The Sufera Hall has gold decorations and a collection of stunning bohemian chandeliers.

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Harem

Harems are separate quarters built for the leisure of the Royal Family. Harems were a feature of royalty and wealthy families in Middle Eastern traditions. Sultan Abdülmecid built a Dolmabahce Palace harem section to spend time with his children and personal concubines.

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Clock tower

The clock tower in Dolmabahce Palace was an addition made in the time of Sultan Abdul Hamid II. Armenian architect Sarkis Balyan designed the neo-baroque-style clock tower that has four sides. The clock was imported from France. Today, the original timepiece is replaced by an electric one.

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Dolmabahce mosque

Sultan Abdülmecid’s mother commissioned the Dolmabahce mosque, but the construction of the mosque was completed in 1855. The mosque follows a neo-classical style and has elements of Rococo and Baracoa styles. The palatial decorations of the mosque made it different from the traditional Ottoman Mosque design.

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Palace gardens

The gardens of Dolmabahce Palace grow exotic flowers. It also includes typical garden structures, including sculptures, fountains, and pools. The garden complex also has pantries, barracks, animal shelters, an aviary, a glass workshop, etc.

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Library

Ottoman emperor Abdülmecid II was the force behind the construction of the library in the palace. It is a huge library in Dolmabahce Palace that has books from the Ottoman and the Ataturk era.

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Palace gates

Dolmabahce Palace has eight gates. Three gates open to Bosporus, giving a stunning view of the sea. The gate behind the palace is on the edge of Bosporus Bay, between Asia and Europe. Another important gate is Saltanat Kapisi which opens to the central garden.

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Plan your visit to Dolmabahce Palace

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Facilities
  • Souvenirs: Visitors can buy souvenirs from stores in the Dolmabahce Palace.
  • Lost and Found: Dolmabahce Palace has a lost and found service where visitors can report their lost items. 
Accessibility
  • Wheelchairs: Dolmabahce Palace is wheelchair accessible.
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  • Dolmabahce Palace Cafe: For a quick snack or beverage, visitors can head to Dolmabahce Palace Cafe, which is located at the edge of the palace complex and offers amazing views of the palace gardens and the Bosphorus. 
  • 16 Roof: 16 Roof restaurant offers a range of cuisines from Turkish to Mediterranean, and even Peruvian, giving visitors a wide range of dining options.
  • Milli Saraylar Idaresi: Visitors can head to Milli Saraylar Idaresi for a coffee or a quick bite in a pleasant setting.
  • Sabrosa Restaurant: Sabrosa Restaurant offers a variety of dishes, including grilled meals, fries, vegan, gluten-free, and brunch.
  • Saat Kule Kafeterya: Saat Kule Kafeterya is a Western cafeteria located near Dolmabahce Palace, serving coffee, tea, salads, and desserts.

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All your questions about Dolmabahce Palace tickets answered

Where can I buy Dolmabahce Palace tickets?

Dolmabahce Palace tickets are available online. Booking your tickets online helps you save time and get instant confirmation.

Can I buy Dolmabahce Palace tickets online?

Yes, buying Dolmabahce Palace tickets online is convenient and easy. Visitors purchasing tickets online can skip the hour-long queues at the palace.

What is the cost of Dolmabahce Palace tickets?

Dolmabahce Palace tickets start from €29, and prices vary depending on the inclusions and services offered with each ticket.

Can I get a discount on Dolmabahce Palace tickets?

Yes, booking Dolmabahce Palace tickets online helps you secure amazing deals and discounts on your ticket prices, and you also get to choose from a variety of tickets offering unique facilities and inclusions.

What is Dolmabahce Palace?

Dolmabahce Palace is the largest palace in Turkey, and it was the administrative center of six Ottoman emperors. It is currently open to the public and can be accessed by visitors by booking tickets.

How can I get access to Dolmabahce Palace?

All visitors need tickets to enter Dolmabahce Palace. Visitors are recommended to book their Dolmabahce Palace tickets online to enjoy hassle-free entry to the attraction.

Where is Dolmabahce Palace located?

Dolmabahce Palace is located in the Besiktas district on the European coast of Istanbul. Its address is Vişnezade Mahallesi Dolmabahçe Caddesi, Beşiktaş, Istanbul.

What are some of the highlights of Dolmabahce Palace?

Dolmabahce Palace is an example of a fusion of baroque, rococo, and traditional Turkish architecture. Dolmabahce Palace is known for its historical importance and architectural beauty. It houses the world's largest bohemian crystal chandelier, which is a sight to behold. It is also famous for its beautiful decor, like the details on the floors with real gold.

How can I reach Dolmabahce Palace?

Dolmabahce Palace is accessible by public transport. You can travel by tram, public bus, or drive to the palace, once you are in the city.

What are the timings of Dolmabahce Palace?

Dolmabahce Palace is open Tuesday to Sunday from 9 AM to 6 PM. The palace is closed on Mondays and certain holidays.

What facilities are available in Dolmabahce Palace?

Dolmabahce Palace has souvenir shops, restrooms, lost and found service, and two restaurants on its premises.

Is Dolmabahce Palace wheelchair accessible?

Yes, visitors in a wheelchair can access Dolmabahce Palace.

Is photography allowed in Dolmabahce Palace?

No, Dolmabahce Palace rules do not permit photography inside the property.

Is it worth visiting Dolmabahce Palace?

Yes, Dolmabahce Palace is worth visiting. Dolmabahce Palace is a world-famous tourist destination in Istanbul. It's the largest palace in Turkey, with gold decorations, bohemian chandeliers, paintings, and rugs.