Dolmabahce Palace Tour in Istanbul

3.5
(52 reviews)

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 2 more

Enter a world of Ottoman extravagance on a 3-hour tour of Istanbul’s Dolmabahçe Palace, and then cross the Bosphorus Bridge to see Istanbul from its Asian side. With an expert guide, explore ornately decorated rooms like the Medhal Hall and the Crystal Staircase, learning about the sultans and dignitaries who once made the palace their home. The tour ends on a high note as you see the city skyscape unfold from the vantage point of Çamlıca Hill or Yeditepe.

What's Included

Local guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
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End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
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    Dolmabahce Palace

    Dolmabahçe Palace, recent residence for Ottoman Sultans built by two Ottoman architects Karabet and Nikogos Balyan on a 110.000 m² area and served as the main administrative center of the Ottoman Empire. Famous with great collection of European antiquity, furniture and 4.5 tons chandelier, the palace has 285 rooms and 46 halls.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • Bosphorus Bridge (Pass by)

    Bosphorus Bridge, unique chance to step from one continent (Europe) to another (Asia) in 2 minutes.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Camlica Hill

    Çamlıca Hill, famous for its widest bird’s eye panoramic view of İstanbul from Marmara Sea to the Black Sea, gives a chance to see the Bosphorus and Golden Horn from one of the best point of the highest and most appealing places of the city.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please note: When reconfirming your booking, your local supplier will advise you on alternative meeting points for hotels which are not accessible
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Half-day Tours
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City Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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