Istanbul: Topkapi Palace, Harem & Blue Mosque Tour
Overview
Istanbul’s Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace are two of the city’s unmissable cultural and historic sites. Focusing on these two places will allow you to concentrate on their beauty and unique histories at leisure, without rushing on to other sites. Save time by skipping the ticket line in Topkapı Palace with priority access, definitely a bonus whether it’s your first time in Istanbul or you’re a repeat visitor.
What's Included
- Topkapi Palace and Harem entry ticket (*if all-inclusive option selected)
- Small Group
- Professional Guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratitudes
- Topkapi Palace
Meeting Location
Alemdar
Muhterem Efendi Sk. No:13, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Cankurtaran
Topkapı Sarayı, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
The tour ends in the last courtyard of the palace. After the guided tour, guests can continue visiting the large exhibition halls.
What To Expect
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Blue Mosque
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
TopkapI Palace
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Sogukcesme Sokak (pass by)
Sultanahmet Square
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sultanahmet District
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Modest clothing should be preferred when visiting the Blue Mosque. Shorts for men or women should be below the knee. Women cover their heads and exposed shoulders with a scarf or shawl, skirt should be below the knee. For those who do not have suitable clothes, stands are available at the entrance. Overalls and headscarves are provided for free of charge.
- If the All-Inclusive option is not selected, the entrance fee to Topkapı Palace (€55 per person) is not included in the tour price. You can pay the entrance fee to your guide in cash in EUR, or the equivalent amount in Turkish Lira (TL) or USD, or via an online payment link provided by your guide. Your guide will then arrange access so you can skip the regular ticket-purchase queue.
- Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the activity starts. Finding a taxi and traffic congestion can sometimes cause delays, so we kindly recommend allowing extra time for your journey.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Topkapi Palace and Harem entry ticket (*if all-inclusive option selected).
- Small Group.
- Professional Guide.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Gratitudes.
- Topkapi Palace.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Istanbul: Topkapi Palace, Harem & Blue Mosque Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Istanbul: Topkapi Palace, Harem & Blue Mosque Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Topkapi Palace and Harem entry ticket (*if all-inclusive option selected)
- Small Group
- Professional Guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratitudes
- Topkapi Palace
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Modest clothing should be preferred when visiting the Blue Mosque. Shorts for men or women should be below the knee. Women cover their heads and exposed shoulders with a scarf or shawl, skirt should be below the knee. For those who do not have suitable clothes, stands are available at the entrance. Overalls and headscarves are provided for free of charge.
- If the All-Inclusive option is not selected, the entrance fee to Topkapı Palace (€55 per person) is not included in the tour price. You can pay the entrance fee to your guide in cash in EUR, or the equivalent amount in Turkish Lira (TL) or USD, or via an online payment link provided by your guide. Your guide will then arrange access so you can skip the regular ticket-purchase queue.
- Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the activity starts. Finding a taxi and traffic congestion can sometimes cause delays, so we kindly recommend allowing extra time for your journey.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
