Dolmabahçe Palace Guided Tour
Tour of Dolmabahçe Palace
At the designated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Istanbul and head to Dolmabahçe Palace, a masterpiece of the Ottoman Empire built on the shores of the Bosphorus.
Once there, we'll take a guided tour of the palace with an English-speaking guide. We'll talk about the origins of this elegant residence, built under Sultan Abdülmecit between 1843 and 1856.
We'll explore this era, when the palace became the main seat of the throne, taking that role away from Topkapi Palace. As we'll see, the building has 285 rooms, 46 halls, 6 hammams, and 68 bathrooms. But one of its greatest highlights lies in the ceilings and the objects decorating its rooms: tons of gold, French Baccarat crystal, and English and Murano glass were used throughout.
Among its most remarkable pieces is a giant crystal chandelier made of Bohemian crystal, weighing no less than 4.5 tonnes. It will leave you speechless!
After the visit, we'll cross the famous Bosphorus Bridge, taking us out of Europe. In just 2 minutes, we'll find ourselves in Asian territory! Once there, we'll head to Çamlıca Hill, whose viewpoint offers beautiful panoramic views of the Sea of Marmara, the Black Sea, the Bosphorus, and the Golden Horn.
Finally, after taking in the views, we'll head back to your hotel in Istanbul, with arrival expected 3 hours after pickup.
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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