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Skip the lengthy ticket queues and enter the Dolmabahce Palace. After entering, pick up your audio guide to explore the Palace's treasures. Discover stunning interiors, world-famous chandeliers, and breathtaking Bosphorus views. Secure your tickets now before they sell out.

Key Highlights

  • Avoid the crowded ticket lines with included skip-the-line admission
  • Enjoy on-site assistance from official Dolmabahce Palace staff at the entrance
  • Spend your time however you like - you can stay for a few minutes or all day

About Dolmabahce Palace Tickets

We will personally welcome you at the Dolmabahce Palace and bring you inside as quickly as possible by saving up to 2 hours by not standing in the ticket lines. We will provide you with important historical context at the Dolmabahce Palace museum's garden and point out the ideal locations for taking photos.After the 15-minute highlights tour in the palace's garden, you can explore the interior of the Dolmabahce Palace at your own speed with the aid of your audio guide. Your mind will be blown by The Palace's stunning location on the Bosphorus and its lavish interior decor, which cost more than USD 1.5 billion.Admire the largest collection of Baccarat and Bohemian chandeliers known to man, including the largest Bohemian chandelier ever. Marvel at the extensive gold collection found there, especially the elaborate ceilings.You can spend the entire day there or just take in its breathtaking beauty for a moment. 

Inclusions

  • Entry Tickets to Dolmabahce Palace
  • Entrance to Harem   
  • Entrance to Painting Museum
  • Audio guide in 10 languages: English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Arabic, Chines
  • Brief welcome and orientation at the palace garden upon arrival

Exclusions

  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Additional Information

Restrictions:
  • Pets are not allowed.
Timings:
  • Operating Hours - 9:00 AM to 4:00PM
What to wear:
  • We recommend you dress up in line with the local customs.
  • We suggest wearing comfortable shoes as there will be a fair amount of walking.
Eligibility:
  • All guests are charged a standard fare for this.
  • Children under 6 years are free of charge.
  • Age Limit 6 -99
Things to Note:
  • With your guide, you will skip the ticket lines, but we can not skip the security line. During high season the security check can take up to 30 minutes.
  • Your Istanbul Welcome Card will be waiting for you in front of the Clock Tower after the security check. The security check can take some time, so please come a bit early.

 

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancel at least 36 hours before travel for a full refund. Additional fees may apply. Late cancellations are non-refundable.

My Voucher

  • Your Dolmabahce Palace Tickets are valid for the event date and time stated.
  • Your Dolmabahce Palace Tickets will be mailed to you once you’ve made a booking. All you have to do is show the voucher with a Govt id proof.
Meeting Point:
Present your voucher at the entrance upon arrival.
 

Dolmabahce Palace Tickets Frequently Asked Questions

When is the Dolmabahce Palace Museum open?
The Dolmabahce Palace's opening hours are from 9 am to 6 pm, and it is open every day except Mondays.
How much is the entrance fee to Dolmabahçe Palace?
The Dolmabahce ticket price is 150 Turkish Lira per person and in order to fully understand the Dolmabahçe Palace history, it is required to take a tour.
Can you go inside Dolmabahçe Palace?
Nowadays, Dolmabahçe Palace has been renovated completely and has been opened to the public as a museum. It is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the city.
Are children allowed to join the Dolmabahce Palace Tickets with Highlights Tour & Audio Guide?
Yes, children are allowed on the Dolmabahce Palace Tickets with Highlights Tour & Audio Guide. However, they should be accompanied by an adult.
How can I book a ticket for the Dolmabahce Palace Tickets with Highlights Tour & Audio Guide?
Select the number of tickets on our website and click ‘Book Now’ to get your confirmed ticket on your email.
How long is my ticket valid for?
Your tickets are valid for the event date and time selected during checkout.

Ratings & Reviews

E
Elif Arslan
4
Travelled September 2026

The late-Ottoman history of the palace was fascinating. The crowds made it hard to linger at the best rooms....

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Yara Najjar
5
Travelled September 2026

Friends said book ahead, and they were right. The clock tower outside dates from the 1890s....

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H
Hakan Kara
4
Travelled September 2026

The room where Atatürk passed, with the clock at 9:05, was poignant. The palace gardens front directly onto the Bosphorus....

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O
Onur Tekin
5
Travelled September 2026

Buy a combined ticket for the palace and the Harem. The palace has featured in many films and series....

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Omar Karam
4
Travelled September 2026

The palace's blend of Baroque and Ottoman styles was striking. The ticketing for the different sections was confusing....

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K
Kerem Kurt
5
Travelled September 2026

Seeing the room where Atatürk died was moving. The clock tower outside dates from the 1890s....

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Lucy Turner
4
Travelled September 2026

The palace's position on the strait was stunning. The palace has featured in many films and series....

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Tolga Polat
4
Travelled September 2026

A must-see palace in Istanbul. Swans and fountains dot the seaside gardens. The ticketing for the different sections was confusing....

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O
Onur Aydin
5
Travelled September 2026

The palace's position on the strait was stunning. The palace gardens front directly onto the Bosphorus....

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Piotr Hansen
5
Travelled September 2026

Book a skip-the-line ticket to avoid the queues. We'd happily visit again.

S
Sami Saleh
5
Travelled September 2026

The vast crystal chandelier was the highlight for us. The tour ends near the Bosphorus-front gardens....

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M
Mehmet Koc
5
Travelled September 2026

Reviews praised the chandelier, and rightly so. The palace faces the Asian shore across the strait....

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D
Dmitri Ivanov
5
Travelled September 2026

The guided route took us through the grandest halls. It served as the main administrative centre of the late Ottoman Empire....

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G
Giulia Bianchi
5
Travelled September 2026

Learning about the sultans who lived here was superb. The palace was commissioned by Sultan Abdülmecid I....

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M
Mariam Mahmoud
5
Travelled September 2026

The vast crystal chandelier was the highlight for us. It was built in the mid-19th century....

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K
Karan Gupta
5
Travelled September 2026

Everyone said it was a must, and it is. The palace was commissioned by Sultan Abdülmecid I....

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J
Jonas Kowalski
5
Travelled September 2026

The colossal chandelier left us speechless. A splurge, but a memorable one. The tour ends near the Bosphorus-front gardens....

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L
Lukas Lambert
5
Travelled September 2026

A gem of Ottoman grandeur. It marked the Ottomans' turn toward European style. The palace was built to rival the courts of Europe....

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E
Ebru Erdem
4
Travelled September 2026

The scale and design of the palace were astonishing. The sections are ticketed separately, which adds up....

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R
Rania Salim
5
Travelled September 2026

We'd been told to go early, and we're glad we did. The palace was built to rival the courts of Europe....

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Dolmabahce Palace Tickets

USD 38.91

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