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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise
Dolmabahce Palace
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Dolmabahce Palace
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise
Dolmabahce Palace
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Dolmabahce Palace
Bosphorus Cruise
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Dolmabahce Palace
Bosphorus Crusie
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Dolmabahçe Palace
Hagia Sofia
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Suited for: Visitors who want to explore in depth
Duration: 1 to 3 hours
Ticket price: from €35
Why go for it?
Recommended tour:
Suited for: Visitors who have limited time or are on a budget
Duration: 3 hours or more in total
Ticket price: from €45
Why go for it?
Recommended tours:
You must climb up the Dolmabahce Clock Tower for mesmerizing views of the palace and its surrounding areas. It has an elegant face with beautiful engravings and intricate decorations on its surface.
Dolmabahce Clock TowerThe Dolmabahce Mosque, built with both Baroque and Ottoman elements, was designed to rival the splendor of the Hagia Sophia. It was different from the other Ottoman mosques because of its opulent decorations.
Dolmabahce MosqueAtaturk’s Room was the official residence of the founder of modern Turkey. It has been preserved the way he liked it, including his books, and personal belongings, with even the clock displaying 9:05 AM when he passed away.
The Sufera Salon, also known as the Blue Hall for its intricate white and blue tilework, was Sultan’s reception hall. It is filled with opulent gold decorations and showcases the luxurious lifestyle of the Sultans.
Mabeyn-i-Humayun, also known as the Imperial Suite, was used by the Sultan for his daily activities. However, this room also features opulent decorations, ornate ceilings, and marble floors.
The Muayede has been known to host several important events that shaped Turkey’s history. Like every other grand hall in the palace, this room also features gilded columns, intricate tilework, and crystal chandeliers.
The Pink Hall, also known as the Valide Sultan Divanhanesi, was used to receive noble visitors. It has beautiful paintings, fancy tilework, and a unique style of carpeting across the entire floor called Hereke.
The Medhal Hall acts as the main entrance hall of the Dolmabahce Palace. It has a grand staircase, crystal chandeliers, and ornate ceilings, designed to impress visitors and show off the grandiosity of the Ottoman Sultans.
Yes, you can book Dolmabahce Palace guided tours. They are a great way to learn more about Istanbul’s rich heritage and culture.
We recommend you book Dolmabahce Palace guided tours online to save time and money. Booking tickets online is also more convenient as you can reserve your spot in advance from the comfort of your home.
Dolmabahce Palace guided tours start from €35. You can upgrade your tickets to include combo offers like access to Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, or include a Bosphorus Cruise.
You can explore Dolmabahce Palace with skip-the-line guided tours or combo guided tours. Audio guides are also available in up to 10 languages, allowing you to gain a thorough understanding of this palace's rich history.
A typical Dolmabahce Palace guided tour includes skip-the-line access to the palace, an expert English-speaking tour guide, an audio guide in either English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Arabic, or Chinese, entrance to the Harem section, as well as entry to the Painting Museum. You can also stroll through the palace gardens.
When you book Dolmabahce Palace guided tours, an English-speaking tour guide will accompany you throughout the tour. You can also access an audio guide in English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Arabic, and Chinese.
Yes, if you are interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the blend of Ottoman and European styles, how this architecture is an important reminder of Istanbul’s multi-faceted political history, and how Ottoman Sultans went about their lives, the Dolmabahce Palace is a must-visit for you.
Yes, when you book Dolmabahce Palace guided tours, you can enjoy skip-the-line benefits as well. You do not have to stand in long queues and can spend more time exploring the opulent interiors.
Yes, if you have booked your Dolmabahce Palace guided tours online, you can cancel them up to 24 hours before the experience begins to get a full refund on your purchase.
The Dolmabahce Palace guided tours come with a flexible duration. After 15 minutes of roaming the palace interiors with a tour guide, you can explore the interiors of the palace on your own with an audio guide. The audio guide is available in 10 languages and is included in your tour ticket.