Skip the ticket line and explore the Ottoman palace with audio guide or a complete tour including the Harem.
April to November:
09:00-19:00
November to April:
09:00-17:00
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Best time: Morning
What to know before you go — then book skip-the-line on the tickets page
Milli Saraylar sells one combined window ticket for foreign visitors: 2,750 TL covering the palace, the Harem and Hagia Irene. There is no cheaper palace-only option. That ticket does not skip the queue.
| Option | Includes | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Window (Milli Saraylar) | Palace + Harem + Hagia Irene | 2,750 TL |
| Skip-the-line Fast-Track | Hosted entry + audio guide | From €68 |
| Complete Tour | Harem + Hagia Irene + live guide | From €74 |
Hours are set by the palace administration. See visiting information for getting there and dress code.
Ticket lines peak 10:00–13:00, especially in summer and on cruise-ship days. Skip-the-line tickets skip the ticket windows, not airport-style security (often 20–40 minutes).
Arrive at opening or late afternoon. Tuesday is closed, so Wednesday mornings can still be busy.
Harem access with a live guide is included in Complete Tour: Harem & Hagia Irene. Fast-Track 30-minute entry does not include it.
Istanbul Museum Pass rules for Topkapi have changed more than once. Historically the pass covered the main palace but not always the Harem. Confirm at the gate what it covers that day.
If you are buying a pass mainly for Topkapi, compare it with 2,750 TL plus any skip-the-line fee. Skip-the-line tickets on this site are sold separately from the pass.
Children under 6 typically enter free at the official windows with a passport. Student discounts need a valid international student ID. Online skip-the-line products have their own child rates on the checkout widget.
Plan 3–4 hours. Strollers are difficult in the Harem (stairs). More family tips: Topkapi Palace with kids.
This website is an independent ticket and visiting guide. We are not Milli Saraylar and not the official museum. Gate tickets are sold at the palace. Skip-the-line and guided tours here are fulfilled by partners.
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The center of Ottoman Empire's power
Built between 1465-1478 by Sultan Mehmed II, Topkapi Palace Museum served as the residence and administrative center of Ottoman sultans for 400 years. Today, the Topkapi Palace Museum is one of Istanbul's most visited historical sites, welcoming millions of visitors annually. The palace complex, covering 700,000 square meters, consists of four main courtyards and showcases an extraordinary collection of Ottoman artifacts and treasures.
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