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

Istanbul

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Highlights

  • This ticket gives you skip-the-line access to Dolmabahçe Palace, including the grand ceremonial rooms, the Harem, and more, along with a multilingual audio guide.
  • Stroll through the stunning rooms, as the audio guide delves into stories of the sultans who once lived here, the palace’s role in shaping Ottoman history, and the lavish ceremonies held in the Ceremonial Hall.
  • With the audio guide in 10 languages, you can discover the palace at your own pace in your preferred language, making the experience as immersive and personalized as you like.
  • Want to see more of Istanbul? Upgrade your ticket to include a scenic 90-minute Bosphorus cruise, complete with audio commentary on the city’s most iconic waterfront landmarks.
  • Did you know that the Dolmabahçe Palace is home to the world’s largest Bohemian crystal chandelier? Weighing in at over 4.5 tons, this sparkling masterpiece was a gift from Queen Victoria of England!

Inclusions

  • Skip-the-line entry to Dolmabahçe Palace (all-day access)
  • Entry to the Selamlık section (official quarters and ceremonial halls)
  • Entry to the Dolmabahçe Palace Gardens
  • Entry to the Dolmabahçe Palace Harem
  • 90-minute Bosphorus cruise (included with combo option)
  • Multilingual audio guide for both the Palace and the cruise, available in 10+ languages (cruise guide available with combo option)

Exclusions

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Tour guide

Cancellation Policy

Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.

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Your Experience

Your experience

Explore the grandeur of Istanbul's Dolmabahçe Palace with skip-the-line entry, a multilingual audio guide, and an optional Bosphorus cruise.

Journey through regal interiors

Start your visit in the Medhal Hall, once used to receive important guests. Admire the sultans’ monograms on the fireplace and Boulle tables before heading up the striking crystal staircase to the Ceremonial Hall, home to one of the world's largest chandeliers and the royal seating box.

Admire Ottoman art and symbolism

Walk through the palace’s 285 rooms, stopping at the Tiled Room, which displays the largest painting in the palace. Visit the vivid Red Room, where Ottoman power and symbolism are reflected in bold colors and artwork.

Explore the private world of the Sultans

If you're passionate about literature or history, the palace's library is a must-see. Get a peek into the private lives of the sultans and their families in the Harem, and conclude your visit in the peaceful gardens with sweeping views of the Bosphorus Strait.

See Istanbul from a new perspective

Enhance your visit with a 90-minute Bosphorus cruise. Glide between two continents while listening to audio commentary about the landmarks lining Istanbul’s iconic waterfront—from Ottoman palaces to modern bridges.

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