Dolmabahçe Palace Guided Tour
Dolmabahçe Palace Tour
At the designated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Istanbul and head to Dolmabahçe Palace, a jewel of the Ottoman Empire built on the shores of the Bosphorus.
Once there, we'll enjoy a tour of the palace with an English-speaking guide. Along the way, we'll talk about the origins of this elegant residence, built under Sultan Abdülmecid between 1843 and 1856.
We'll tell you about that era, when the palace became the main seat of power, taking over that role from Topkapı Palace. As you'll see, the building has 285 rooms, 46 halls, 6 Turkish baths, and 68 bathrooms. But one of its biggest draws is its ceilings and the objects decorating its rooms. Tons of gold, French Baccarat crystal, and English and Murano glass were used!
One of its most impressive pieces is a gigantic Bohemian crystal chandelier that weighs a whopping 4.5 metric tons (5 US tons). It'll leave you speechless!
After visiting Dolmabahçe Palace, the tour continues to the Asian side of Istanbul to discover some of the city's best photo spots: Çamlıca Hill and the Grand Çamlıca Mosque. We'll cross the famous Bosphorus Bridge, going from Europe to Asia in just a few minutes while taking in spectacular panoramic views of the Bosphorus, the Sea of Marmara, the Black Sea, and the Golden Horn.
Finally, after enjoying the views, we'll head back to your hotel in Istanbul, arriving 3 hours after pickup.
Hotel Pickup
Keep in mind that pickup is included from hotels in the Sultanahmet, Taksim, and Aksaray areas. If you're not staying in any of these areas, you can choose an alternative meeting point in Sultanahmet or Taksim when you book.
More Information
Duration
3 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by minibus or bus
English–speaking guide
Admission to Dolmabahçe Palace
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Rising Events Global Tur. Ve Sey. Tic Ltd. Corporate name: Rising Events Global Turizm ve Seyahat Tic. Ltd. Sti. Registered Office: Baglarbasi Mh. Bagdat Cd. No: 415/6, Maltepe, Istanbul, Turkey Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 3961610678 Contact information Email: ogulcan@risingglobal.net Phone: 611643346
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