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Topkapı Palace
(Topkapı Sarayı Müzesi)
History Museum and Palace
Cankurtaran, İstanbul
Has a stamp of approval from The Telegraph and AFAR Media
"treasury and harem are the highlites"(37 Tips)
"Sultans inner sanctum (fourth chamber) has amazing view"(21 Tips)
"Wonderfully lavish interiors and great views across the Bosphorus."(12 Tips)
"Amazing view and so many interesting artifacts from Ottoman Empire."(8 Tips)
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huge ottoman palace in Istanbul built in the 15th century by sultan Mehmed II: http://www.greatistanbul.com/topkapi_palace.htm
Kürşat Yıldırım 🌴🏀🌊April 11, 20163.murat'in has odasına girdiğinde camdan dışarı bakın. o an. tarihe tanıklık edeceksiniz.
STA Travel U.S.June 20, 2011TRAVEL FACT: Named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985, this massive palace was the official residence for the sultans of the Ottoman Empire for 400 years.
AbdulAziz AlibrahimOctober 30, 2018It’s good but if u don’t like the historical building don’t go ..
Michelangelo CiarroccaJanuary 1, 2012Great place for historical ruins. The sultan-s home... really recomended
Don't miss the Karakol restaurant @the first courtyard next to Hagia İrene yummy
Mohamed-Anass FehdiAugust 23, 2012You should at least spend 3 hours in this place, if not .. you would have wasted your 25 Liras :p
B. M.August 10, 2011Never go to the Self-Service Restaurant in the very back (4th courtyard) - I was shocked when they told me that I have to pay 24 YTL for a yucky coffee (9 YTL) and a small piece of cake (15 YTL)!
Ozlem AgirbasOctober 31, 2017Most of the sections were closed, they still charged full price. Was really disappointed with the lack of artifacts. The haram is an extra 25tl.
Sergey PolikarpovMarch 17, 2013Only cash accepted, when taking audioguide or paying for harem entrance.
Myles LesterJune 13, 2010The worlds largest palace... Make sure you check out the Harem it's spectacular.
Can AygenAugust 15, 2011Oh my got! YoU MUST see this one!!!Do NOT ever skip this part if you are in the Topkapı palace.
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The Topkapi Palace in Istanbul is the former imperial residence of the Ottoman sultans. Today it is a museum.
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- October 26–April 15
- Mon, Wed–Sun
- 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
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Places inside Topkapı Palace
- 6.7
"Great view and good food.. try the Adana kebab and the kofta.. prices are moderate and staff are nice."
Bsmah - 9.3
"Best place in Istanbul."
Mohammad Al-Arfaj - 8.7
"Start with Harem first, as it closes earlier. Get the audio guides here with no queues! Had to wait for half an hour to get one at the entrance! ID is needed. Photos are mostly allowed"
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"Liked it, despite heavy reconstructions and Constantine's sarcophagus being closed. Museum of the Ancient Orient was the best start with excellent audio commentary, so do get the audio guide"
Foodie - 8.7
"Very interesting! Incredible mozaics. Go in winter for less crowd."
Ana Vitik - 8.9
"Simply amazing. A must see for sure!"
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- 9.2
"Afternoon visit is quite then morning :) a must in Istanbul. My favorite 😍😍😍"
Ozi - 9.2
"It's an amazing Park, just nearby the Topkapı Palace. You can feel the air in this park without any worry it's pure and nice."
Metalik Ali - 8.9
"Astonishing view, breathtaking architecture. It is absolutely a must see!"
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