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Topkapı Palace
(Topkapı Sarayı Müzesi)
History Museum and Palace
Cankurtaran, İstanbul
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"The Harem is definitely worth it."(37 Tips)
"Sultans inner sanctum (fourth chamber) has amazing view"(22 Tips)
"Wonderfully lavish interiors and great views across the Bosphorus."(12 Tips)
"Amazing view and so many interesting artifacts from Ottoman Empire."(9 Tips)
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Sergey PolikarpovMarch 17, 2013Only cash accepted, when taking audioguide or paying for harem entrance.
Fulya OnalApril 5, 2015Don't ever eat or drink anything here. Extremely expensive just because it's a touristic site. They are trying to make fools out of you.
Ozlem AgirbasOctober 31, 2017Most of the sections were closed, they still charged full price. Was really disappointed with the lack of artifacts. The haram is an extra 25tl.
B. M.August 10, 2011Never go to the Self-Service Restaurant in the very back (4th courtyard) - I was shocked when they told me that I have to pay 24 YTL for a yucky coffee (9 YTL) and a small piece of cake (15 YTL)!
Onur DolarJuly 13, 2013The Palace itself is awesome, but I regret paying extra for the Harem. Not worth it, nothing in there.
AbdulAziz AlibrahimOctober 30, 2018It’s good but if u don’t like the historical building don’t go ..
Myles LesterJune 13, 2010The worlds largest palace... Make sure you check out the Harem it's spectacular.
Mohamed-Anass FehdiAugust 23, 2012You should at least spend 3 hours in this place, if not .. you would have wasted your 25 Liras :p
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The Topkapi Palace in Istanbul is the former imperial residence of the Ottoman sultans. Today it is a museum.
Closed until 9:00 AM (Show more)
- April 16–October 25
- Mon, Wed–Sun
- 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
+90 212 512 04 80
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Places inside Topkapı Palace
- 6.6
"Fantastic view! Great food! Great service! Stopped in with my wife during our tour and completely satisfied. Order the Lamm Haxe. Meat peals right off the bone!"
George Cass - 9.3
"Best place in Istanbul."
Mohammad Al-Arfaj - 8.8
"Great views on Bosphorus! Bring own snacks! Limited toilets (at the entrance and inside restaurant). Beautiful library. Allow half day"
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- 9.0
"You can see here pretty rare artifacts from Middle East, Anatolia, and Egypt. Also the gallery with roman grave stones are amazing"
Ivan Pletin - 8.9
"A lovely museum on the history of Istanbul. Get an audio guide, and a camera. The panorama dome is incredible."
S A - 9.1
"One of the most awesome places I’ve ever been to. A marvelous example of early Byzantine architecture. Awesome mosaics inside. Be ready to spend several hours inside."
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- 9.2
"Great place to rest your tired feet after visiting the surrounding top sites. Relax, enjoy the scenery, and if you're lucky enough you will find even free wi-fi!"
Maja P - 8.9
"Astonishing view, breathtaking architecture. It is absolutely a must see!"
Bahram Movahed - 8.2
"Delicious kofte and rice opposite Sultanahmet tram station."
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