Skip the Line: Topkapi Palace Including Süleymaniye Mosque and Ceramics Workshop in Istanbul

3.9
(17 reviews)

4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Beat the crowds with skip-the-line entry to Topkapi Palace and visit the serene Süleymaniye Mosque mosque on this half-day Istanbul tour. With a knowledgeable guide, enjoy fast-track access to the Topkapi Palace and view the chambers, courtyards and treasures of this one-time seat of Ottoman sultans. Make time during your forays to visit the Palace Harem (own expense), and then admire the 16th-century Süleymaniye Mosque before visiting a ceramics workshop to see master potters at work making beautiful ceramics. Limited to 15 people, this small-group tour ensures a personalized experience.

What's Included

Expert guide
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Admission to Topkapi Palace Harem

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Fountain of Sultan Ahmed III

Guests need to be in front of Topkapı Palace Main entrance (3. Ahmet Fountain) to meet with the guide at 09:15 Guide will have a pageboard written guests name on it

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Topkapı Palace, residence of Ottoman Sultans exhibiting imperial treasury, sacred Islamic relics of Prophet Mohammed, kitchen, Chinese porcelain, weapons, calligraphy section etc. Live guide commentary is not allowed in special sections. (Harem is not included in the program)

Sometimes because of the crowded long queues, tour my change to afternoon so if happen, guests will be informed before one day

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
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Supplied by Plan Tours

Tags

Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group
Zombie
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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