Istanbul: Topkapi Palace & Dolmabahce Palace Combo Ticket

Dolmabahce and Topkapi Palace Combo Ticket in Istanbul

This combo ticket offers access to both Dolmabahce Palace and Topkapi Palace in Istanbul, suitable for history enthusiasts seeking a flexible multi-day visit.

Description

Discover Istanbul's Ottoman heritage with a combined ticket providing entry to Dolmabahce Palace and Topkapi Palace. Topkapi Palace was the primary residence and administrative center for 25 sultans over four centuries. The ticket is valid for three days from first use, allowing you to explore both palaces at your own pace.

For Topkapi Palace, you must select a timed entry slot on your chosen date. Available times are 9:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, or 4:00 PM. You will meet your host at the red City Windows kiosk inside Chimney Bistro, who will escort you to enter the palace. This timed entry and host meeting only apply to Topkapi Palace.

Your Dolmabahce Palace ticket will be emailed one day before your selected visit date. You may visit Dolmabahce any time between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM without a host meeting requirement.

Note that Dolmabahce Palace is closed on Mondays, and Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays.

Highlights

• Skip-the-line tickets for both palaces to save time
• Flexible three-day validity for multi-day exploration
• Unlimited time inside each palace during your visit
• Audio guide available in 10 languages: English, Russian, Spanish, Arabic, German, French, Italian, Dutch, Chinese, Korean
• Timed entry slots for Topkapi Palace with host escort

Includes

• Skip-the-line ticket to Topkapi Palace with host assistance
• Skip-the-line ticket to Dolmabahce Palace including the Harem section
• Audio guide app available in multiple languages

Excludes

• Guided tour services
• Entry to Topkapi Palace Harem section
• Security queue skipping
• Earphones for audio guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

Important Information

• Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays; Dolmabahce Palace is closed on Mondays
• Children under 6 enter free without a ticket
• Re-entry to the palaces is not permitted after exit
• Meet your host at the red City Windows kiosk inside Chimney Bistro for Topkapi Palace entry
• Topkapi Palace visit is not a guided tour; the host escorts you inside but does not provide a tour
• A mandatory security queue applies at Topkapi Palace and cannot be bypassed; wait times can reach 10 minutes during peak season

Cancellation Policy

Full refund available when canceled at least 24 hours before your booking.

For the best experience, select your preferred Topkapi Palace entry time in advance, bring comfortable shoes, and plan visits avoiding palace closing days.